Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsTimefactors Everest PRS-25

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Measurements
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C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Everest PRS-25
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
43.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.9mm
11.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
150m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,375
$463
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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 Timefactors Everest PRS-25 for its gorgeous design, flawless finishing, and comfortable 36mm wearability, often calling it the best Rolex Explorer 1016 homage available. The Miyota 9039 movement is noted as an improvement, and the updated riveted bracelet is generally well-received. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting excellent timekeeping around +1 second per day, while others note deviations of +8 to +10 seconds per day. Some owners find the bracelet heavy and difficult to fit perfectly, and a few have experienced issues with the clasp popping open or the crystal detaching, alongside reports of challenging purchasing experiences and negative customer service. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors Everest PRS-25 highly for its exceptional value and faithful homage design, making the difficult purchase experience ultimately worthwhile.
The Miyota 9039 movement demonstrated impressive accuracy. Reviewers noted the comfortable 36mm case size and vintage aesthetic. One reviewer experienced quality issues after a year of ownership.
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