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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsSeiko Essentials Solar

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
30.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$375

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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.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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