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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
L888.5
Beat Rate
4 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
38h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$3,200

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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.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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