Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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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

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte at true scale

The Olmsted Matte

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.7mm

lowest

44.9mm

Thickness

11.9mm

10.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

38h

42h

highest

MSRP

$1,375

lowest

$1,850

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW300-1

Case

6 specs
Thickness
11.9mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Double-domed
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Indices
n/a
Applied
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$1,850
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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.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Its 38mm dimensions are noted as comfortable, and the watch is considered to offer exceptional value at $1,475, including accessories. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

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