Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsCWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 at true scale

C65 Sandhurst Series 2

CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch at true scale

GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch

Diameter

38mm

36.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.7mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

150m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,375

$333

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

n/a

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
36.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch, Black Case with Sand Dial
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
n/a
Type
Automatic
n/a
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$333
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its balanced wearability, clean British-military aesthetic, and COSC-certified accuracy. The 38mm case size aligns with a trend for smaller watches, and its mid-century design is described as ultra-legible and cool, with a gorgeous domed crystal and a MOD badge on the caseback adding charm for military enthusiasts. Some owners question its claimed military heritage compared to other brands, and a few find the 38mm size potentially too small for larger wrists. The watch features a Sellita SW200 COSC chronometer movement with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 highly for its character, perfect dimensions, and COSC-certified accuracy.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified movement and vintage military aesthetic are praised. The sub-£1,000 price point is considered remarkable for the quality.

CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch for its ruggedness, wearability, and value, highlighting its legible grey-green dial, well-applied lume, and sapphire crystal. The watch is noted as a "strap monster" with comfortable straps, and its PVD case and screw-down crown are seen as robust features for field use. Some owners find the fixed spring bars a drawback, though others acknowledge their security benefit in military contexts. The consensus is that the CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch is a highly regarded, hassle-free quartz tool watch embodying military heritage.