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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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