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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsSternglas Merion

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Merion200m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.9mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
49mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Luminova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko TMI NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$701

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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.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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