Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsMilifortic Day-Date Field 24 Hour

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Measurements
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C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Day-Date Field 24 Hour
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
lowest
45.7mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
150m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,375
$159
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH36
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
The COSC-certified movement and vintage military aesthetic are praised. The sub-£1,000 price point is considered remarkable for the quality.
Owners widely praise the Milifortic Affordable 39mm Day-Date Field Automatic 24 Hour Watches M097 for its value and superior specifications compared to similarly priced Seiko models, with some finding its finishing better than Seiko watches under $1000. One owner noted significant scratches on the case back after strap removal and an unsatisfactory customer service experience. Overall, owners rate the Milifortic Affordable 39mm Day-Date Field Automatic 24 Hour Watches M097 highly for its exceptional value and specifications at its price point.
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