Mamma ! CH.Ward C65 Dune is the Ward I was waiting for
Christopher Ward just released their latest Collection.
The case of the Sandhurst 2 and Cromwell 2 (38mm Light Catcher, 43mm lug to lug)
The dial of the Aquitaine (sunray with big diver dots and date window)
And, most of all for me, the Aquitaine/Sandhurst 2 handset. The minutes hands has this new particular shape I like so much more than the one on the C63 or Trident. No counterweight neither, and still this beautiful Trident on the second hand.
Domed sapphire glass for the vintage touch.
A GMT is available in limited version, wonderful too :
I think Ward just released the perfect watch for me, the one I was waiting for to pull the trigger (well, to start saving money for at least).
In the cons from my side : I would really love them to upgrade the Sellita SW200 on the three hands version, maybe the LJP G101 would be a cool option.
And I would love a no-date version, even if the position at 6 is the less worst option.
Just dreaming, but some titanium option aside the bronze COSC would definitely have my eyes on.
Congrats Ward, you have a new fanboy !
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The blue on bracelet is VERY nice, and amazing applied logo (a first for them?). But having been a client of theirs for years (latest purchase being the Sealander 36), I just can't buy yet another SW200, especially with a date complication.
I understand CW appeal lies in beautiful design, solid bracelet and overall value for money, but Ive grown to appreciate other things (albeit paying more for them) and this just doesnt cut it anymore. Im waiting for them to perhaps rework their SH21 (so it fits a less bulky offering) and do smth with it.
But this remains a very solid collection.
The blue on bracelet is VERY nice, and amazing applied logo (a first for them?). But having been a client of theirs for years (latest purchase being the Sealander 36), I just can't buy yet another SW200, especially with a date complication.
I understand CW appeal lies in beautiful design, solid bracelet and overall value for money, but Ive grown to appreciate other things (albeit paying more for them) and this just doesnt cut it anymore. Im waiting for them to perhaps rework their SH21 (so it fits a less bulky offering) and do smth with it.
But this remains a very solid collection.
I agree with you, I'm a little bored of seeing SW200 everywhere. That's why the GMT option with the 330 and its 56hrs PR is in my opinion a cool offer. I won't be "that guy" complaining whereas I don't even own a Ward yet (and only one SW200 in my Farer), just feel like they have much more to offer (as you said, with the in-house caliber, but even not necessarly, I'm sure the LJP is a great alternative)) than the good ol' SW200
I agree with you, I'm a little bored of seeing SW200 everywhere. That's why the GMT option with the 330 and its 56hrs PR is in my opinion a cool offer. I won't be "that guy" complaining whereas I don't even own a Ward yet (and only one SW200 in my Farer), just feel like they have much more to offer (as you said, with the in-house caliber, but even not necessarly, I'm sure the LJP is a great alternative)) than the good ol' SW200
Yes, the LJP would be a very good alternative. Which is why I was extremely pleased that Anordain made that switch before I pulled the plug on one.
Yes, the LJP would be a very good alternative. Which is why I was extremely pleased that Anordain made that switch before I pulled the plug on one.
Same for Farer on the three hander collection. I think it's only a matter of time before a (even) wider adoption.
Same for Farer on the three hander collection. I think it's only a matter of time before a (even) wider adoption.
There is a recent interview of a couple of Sellita executives at their HQ by some Youtuber which made the rounds on watches forums lately, in which they say that they've worked on making their base automatic offering reach 70hrs of PW, amongst other changes. Let's hope this reaches the shelves soon.
Aaaa...so nice! 🤤🤤🤤🤤
When you eventually pull the trigger I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the quality CW is packing in for the money. When I first got to hold my C60 Chrono in my hands it far exceeded my expectations which were already quite high. The Dune series looks like another good one!
Definitely lovely watches, especially i fell into the green one, but I already have 2 green watches. I'm not sure about should I sell my Seiko Prospex Alpinist green dial and change it with this🥹
One thing I don't understand why is that they are making their COSC watches mostly on bronze which I really don't like. Dune is fantastic, I would love to pay for the COSC one definitely more if there would be the golden or steel colors with any dial. But why only in bronze!!? Hear me out CW! 🙃
Definitely lovely watches, especially i fell into the green one, but I already have 2 green watches. I'm not sure about should I sell my Seiko Prospex Alpinist green dial and change it with this🥹
I think you always regret to sell a green alpinist, best option is to make a third place for this one OR think of the other green ?
One thing I don't understand why is that they are making their COSC watches mostly on bronze which I really don't like. Dune is fantastic, I would love to pay for the COSC one definitely more if there would be the golden or steel colors with any dial. But why only in bronze!!? Hear me out CW! 🙃
Yes, CW, make good old stainless steel COSC ! And titanium COSC !
I will save money for two more years if it's needed, but please ! 😂😂
I see CW peddling the idea that 38mm will suit "any" wrist when it really doesn't.
38mm watches can look small on above-average sized wrists and can be very disappointing.
Now watch a bunch of guys with 6" wrists tell me how awesome 38mm is. In 3, 2, 1... :)
After taking a more detailed look, i've seen lots of similarities:
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Similar movements, similar sizes (even on thickness), similar build quality, similar water resistance, similar lumes etc.
Seiko has a little bit more water resistance and it is cheaper (at least 1/4 less than CW).
However CW has a little bit better looking (personal opinion especially because of the date window position and the crown style) and they also have the bracelet version for the green one, if you want to buy the bracelet later for the Seiko it costs around 200EUR.
Ok :)
I think you always regret to sell a green alpinist, best option is to make a third place for this one OR think of the other green ?
Absolutely yes, i cannot get rid of it. When i don't see it for a while, i mostly think that I can sell it, but when i open the drawer and see it... I guess it will stay sooo much longer than I think :)
Hmm… design Is not too original… a pass for me! Good luck 👍🏻