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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsanOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,556

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,556

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Model 1 (Group Buy)
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$1,556

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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.

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials, custom typography, and elegant design, noting the dials' unique craftsmanship and light-reflecting qualities. The updated G100 movement is appreciated for its extended power reserve, and the case finishing is described as well-executed with a high-polish finish. Some reviewers suggest the case could be slightly slimmer. The significant wait time, ranging from nearly two years to over two and a half years, is a notable drawback frequently mentioned by owners. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its unique enamel dials and appealing design at its price point.

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