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Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor ElitevsanOrdain Model 2

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C65 Super Compressor Elite
Christopher WardC65 Super Compressor Elite
MSRP $1,995
Model 2
anOrdainModel 2
MSRP $1,207

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Super Compressor Elite40mm
Model 236mm
Power Reserve
C65 Super Compressor Elite56h
Model 242h
Water Resistance
C65 Super Compressor Elite150m
Model 250m
MSRP
C65 Super Compressor Elite$1,995
Model 2$1,207

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
13.75mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.12mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Model 2
Indices
Printed
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW300-1
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$1,207

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite

The Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite is praised for its well-made, refined, and attractively finished Super Compressor case, featuring a blue gradient dial with decompression scales and an internal bezel operated by the 2 o'clock crown. Reviewers note the COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement offers a 56-hour power reserve. However, the bracelet's end link finishing does not match the lugs, and the pin-and-collar sizing system is criticized for difficulty. One reviewer calls the 150-meter water resistance a party trick and dislikes the logo and trident on the seconds hand. Overall, reviewers find the Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite to be a refined and attractively finished watch, despite some criticisms regarding bracelet finishing and water resistance.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exceptional, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as stunning and liquid-like, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The simple, rugged 36mm steel case is noted for its organic lines and comfortable wearability, and the hand-winding Sellita SW-210 movement offers a smooth winding action. The watch is considered to offer impressive value for its dial work. Some reviewers note the lack of a running seconds hand, a minute track on certain versions, and limited lume on the hands. Water resistance is rated at 5atm, and one reviewer found the AR coating prone to glare. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exquisite enamel dial and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. The watch's inclusion in the MoMA Store is also noted.

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