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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsVenezianico Nereide Malachite

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Nereide Malachite42mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Nereide Malachite40h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Nereide Malachite200m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Nereide Malachite$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
49mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$1,495

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What people say

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Malachite

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Malachite for its attractive design and refined finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-end brands. However, one owner reported a bezel alignment issue where it was half a click off to the left, leading to a return. On balance, owners appreciate the Nereide Malachite for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, finding the brand's negative reputation unwarranted.

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