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Ikepod Megapod M301vsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
17mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.7mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$1,375

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its COSC-certified accuracy and clean British-military aesthetic, with many highlighting its balanced wearability and cool, ultra-legible mid-century design. The gorgeous domed crystal and the MOD badge on the caseback are noted as charming details. Some owners find the 38mm case size potentially too small for larger wrists, while others question its claimed military heritage. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW200 COSC movement with a 38-hour power reserve and features Grade X1 Super-LumiNova on its matte black dial. Overall, the consensus is that the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 is highly regarded for its character and COSC-certified accuracy.

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