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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.

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.

Hamilton Khaki Field Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto for its classic military design, legibility, and versatile modern-vintage aesthetic that can be dressed up or down. The H-10 movement is frequently highlighted for its reliable accuracy, with figures ranging from less than one second per day to +/- 3 seconds per day, and its advertised 80-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its solid build and 100m water resistance, while owners appreciate its comfortable wearability and practical beauty. Some owners criticize the bracelet's limited micro-adjustments and the lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal, which can cause glare. One owner considers the watch "just ok" and not worth its current price, citing legibility issues with smaller dial markers and the omission of a screw-down crown. Another reviewer finds the sunburst and concentric graining on newer dials to be too flashy for a traditional field watch.

From video reviewers

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto's smooth and precise bezel action is a standout feature. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, which might be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in the dark. Reviewers disagree on the watch's size, with one reviewer finding the 38mm to be a pleasant surprise, while the watch is also available in 42mm.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
47mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$845
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