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

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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

Milifortic Day-Date Field 24 Hour at true scale

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 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
45.7mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH36
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$159
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Reviews

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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.

Milifortic Day-Date Field 24 Hour

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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