Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsResco SP Field Watch - Stainless (Polished/Blasted)

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Measurements
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C65 Sandhurst Series 2

SP Field Watch - Stainless (Polished/Blasted)
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
lowest
46mm
Thickness
11.9mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,375
$1,105
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 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.
Owners widely praise the Resco SP Field Watch - Stainless (Polished/Blasted) for its quality, durability, accuracy, and good looks. One owner expressed complete satisfaction and intent to purchase another Resco. A potential drawback noted by a community member is that warranty repairs require returning the watch to the US. Overall, owners rate the Resco SP Field Watch - Stainless (Polished/Blasted) highly for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, despite the international warranty service requirement.
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