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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 VintagevsFarer Discovery II

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C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
Christopher WardC65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
MSRP $1,615
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
43.7mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Purple
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
68h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$925

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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.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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