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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
PVD Vintage
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$450

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

Owners widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability, with particular appreciation for its refined PVD finish. The watch features a Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz movement, improved lume, and solid bezel action, all housed in a 42mm case with recessed pushers and 100m water resistance. Some owners note the 49mm lug-to-lug may be large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 highly for its amazing value and comfortable wearability.

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