Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsSternglas Naos Pro Automatik

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Measurements
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C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Naos Pro Automatik
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
42.4mm
lowest
Thickness
11.9mm
9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
150m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
38h
42h
highest
MSRP
$1,375
$699
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik is praised for its slim, wearable 38mm case with a mix of brushed and polished finishes and a refined Bauhaus dial design. Reviewers note the upgraded Miyota 9015 movement and improved wearability. Some find the optional five-link bracelet too chunky and lacking refinement, with one reviewer noting its accuracy of -10/+30 seconds per day is not for precision enthusiasts. On balance, reviewers rate the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik highly for its slim case and refined dial design at its price point.
The Bauhaus design is a strength. The value proposition is a weakness.
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