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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsGrand Seiko SLGA015

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
SLGA015
Grand SeikoSLGA015
MSRP $12,600

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
SLGA01543.8mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
SLGA015120h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
SLGA015200m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
SLGA015$12,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43.8mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
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
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
9RA5
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
120h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$12,600

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGA015

The Grand Seiko SLGA015 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with owners reporting performance far exceeding the stated 10 seconds per month. The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep and 5-day power reserve are also noted strengths, as is the lighter titanium case construction. However, some owners find the bracelet extension non-intuitive, and one noted the clasp scratched easily. The watch features a nature-inspired, wave-like dial texture. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGA015 highly for its impressive accuracy and quality construction.

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