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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 VintagevsPhoibos Apollo

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C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
Christopher WardC65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
MSRP $1,615
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
Apollo200m
MSRP
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
43.7mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$460

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage

Owners widely praise the buttery winding action of the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage. Reviewers note its pilot watch aesthetics, including a 41mm case and double-digit minute markers, and the use of a chronometer-certified Sellita SW200 movement. One owner reported good timekeeping, with the case, bezel, and crystal remaining pristine despite significant bracelet wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage highly for its smooth winding action and robust case finishing.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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