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Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2vsMonta Atlas

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C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
Atlas152m
MSRP
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
152m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Monta M-23
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$2,150

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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.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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