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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 VintagevsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
Christopher WardC65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
MSRP $1,615
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
43.7mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
SII NH35A
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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