Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsTimefactors PRS-29A

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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

Timefactors PRS-29A at true scale

PRS-29A

Diameter

38mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.7mm

lowest

46.8mm

Thickness

11.9mm

11.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,375

$544

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

ETA 2801-2

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA 2801-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$544
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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.

Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value and craftsmanship, noting its classic design, 36mm case size, and manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement. Community members highlight its anti-magnetic properties and 100m water resistance, with some finding it a functional piece of watchmaking history and a great grab-and-go beater. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +5 seconds per day, while another desires a screw-down crown for improved water resistance. Criticisms also include poor lume and an uncomfortable OEM NATO strap, though one owner specifically praises the sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its compact size and value as a military/field watch.

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