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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsFormex Field Automatic

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
11.9mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Ash Grey
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$881

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What people say

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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.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

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