Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsWolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field – White

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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

Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field – White at true scale

Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field – White

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.7mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

150m

highest

120m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,375

$209

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko VH60

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
n/a
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
120m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Acrylic
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko VH60
Type
Automatic
Meca-Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$209
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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.

Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field – White

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field Watch – White for its excellent value and straightforward, hassle-free design. The watch is noted for its great, long-lasting lume and the convenience of its 20mm lug width, which facilitates easy strap customization for dressing it up or down. Some owners find the mecaquartz movement to be a point of contention, with one noting it is not a "real" mecaquartz. The 38mm case size was found to be too small by one seller, though it sold out quickly. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 Field Watch – White highly for its value and practical, adaptable design.

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