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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsChristopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
C65 Dune Aeolian
Christopher WardC65 Dune Aeolian
MSRP $1,415

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
C65 Dune Aeolian40mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
C65 Dune Aeolian38h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
C65 Dune Aeolian150m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
C65 Dune Aeolian$1,415

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.9mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
43.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
Brown
Indices
Applied
Roman numerals
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
SLN Light Old Radium BL Grade X1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$1,415

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its COSC-certified accuracy and clean British-military aesthetic, with many highlighting its balanced wearability and cool, ultra-legible mid-century design. The gorgeous domed crystal and the MOD badge on the caseback are noted as charming details. Some owners find the 38mm case size potentially too small for larger wrists, while others question its claimed military heritage. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW200 COSC movement with a 38-hour power reserve and features Grade X1 Super-LumiNova on its matte black dial. Overall, the consensus is that the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 is highly regarded for its character and COSC-certified accuracy.

Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

The Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian is widely praised for its unique, textured dial and comfortable 38mm case size, with reviewers noting its excellent finishing for the price and the Bader bracelet as a standout feature. Owners appreciate the clean, date-free dial and the wavy pattern, with one comparing it favorably to Grand Seiko. The bronze variant develops a warm patina over time. Accuracy is reported as COSC-certified and around +4 seconds per day by one owner, while another notes a rating of up to 20 seconds per day. The time-only models feature a Sellita SW200-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve, though the GMT variant uses a Sellita SW330 with a 56-hour power reserve. Some owners expressed concerns about the sandy texture becoming tiresome or the grey dial blending with the case, and one reviewer found the dial details and applied logo "a bit much." Customer service experiences were mixed, with one owner reporting a frustrating battle and long repair turnaround.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique textured dial is a notable strength, giving it an organic design that sets it apart from other field watches. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume performance, which may be a drawback for those who prioritize nighttime legibility. Reviewers disagree on the movement's power reserve, with some considering 38 hours sufficient and others finding it too short.

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