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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsTraska Venturer GMT

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Thickness
11.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
9075
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$785

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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.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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