Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsLoresum LS04

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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

Loresum LS04 at true scale

LS04

Diameter

38mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.7mm

lowest

46.5mm

Thickness

11.9mm

9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

38h

40h

highest

MSRP

$1,375

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46.5mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue Aventurine
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova® BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
n/a
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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.

Loresum LS04

Owners widely praise the Loresum LS04 for its mesmerizing aventurine and natural stone dials, excellent moonphase complication, and wearable 39.5mm dimensions, with many finding it well-made and attractive for its price. Some owners note a slight bluish tint in the branding and an oddly color-matched second hand on certain variants, while others appreciate the clean, wordless dial and blacked-out branding. The Miyota 9015 movement is considered reliable, with owners reporting accuracy around +5 seconds per day, and the watch is seen as offering great value at its ~$600 price point. On balance, owners and community members rate the Loresum LS04 highly for its sophisticated moonphase complication and dial details at an accessible price.

From video reviewers

The high level of finishing for the price is a consensus strength. Reviewers did not mention any shared weaknesses.