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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 VintagevsCWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

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C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
Christopher WardC65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
MSRP $1,615
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Power Reserve
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Water Resistance
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
MSRP
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
43.7mm
41mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
47mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Ronda 517
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$604

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage

Owners widely praise the buttery winding action of the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage. Reviewers note its pilot watch aesthetics, including a 41mm case and double-digit minute markers, and the use of a chronometer-certified Sellita SW200 movement. One owner reported good timekeeping, with the case, bezel, and crystal remaining pristine despite significant bracelet wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage highly for its smooth winding action and robust case finishing.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its excellent matte case finishing, precise seconds hand alignment, and dial reminiscent of vintage military watches. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as perfection with no play, are consistently highlighted as significant improvements over earlier versions. One owner noted the quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its solid construction, military significance, and terrific value.

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