WH719 C5 Malvern Aviator (12/2008)
WH719 C5 Malvern Aviator (12/2008)
CHRISTOPHER WARD C5 MALVERN AVIATOR AUTOMATIC
Introduction
Based on Christopher Ward’s first ever watch, the Mk1 Malvern Automatic, the C5 Aviator Limited Edition was originally launched in June 2006 as a limited edition of 1936 pieces. Available in a brushed stainless steel case with either black or white dial. An automatic watch with date window, it used either the ETA 2824-2 or the Sellita SW200-1 movement. The watch has lumed leaf hands and Arabic numerals with a triangle index at 12 o'clock. Numbered indices for seconds are on the inner chapter ring.
This is a white version, numbered 1172, dating from December 2008. It’s a very collectable piece which only comes up rarely - I’ve not seen many of them change hands in recent times.
Warranty
It has just been serviced so it comes with a CW warranty until March 2026.
Strap
It comes on a brand new aftermarket strap. Not many other options other than head only (discount of £10) as I don’t have many 18mm lug width straps. But please ask if you do want something else and I’ll have a rummage.
Condition
It’s coming up for 16 years old and has been worn, so there are a few marks on the case that reflects this. Overall, it’s a very good condition watch for its age, but it’s certainly not perfect.
It is keeping time at +17 or 18 spd on the timegrapher.
Supplied in the original CW inner and outer presentation cases and including the original owner’s handbook with Certificate of Authenticity and the unused polishing cloth. Also included is the original covering letter and the service invoice (costing £163).
Specifications
Case size: 38mm
Lug width: 18mm
Height: 10.8mm
Waterproof: 50m
Final Notes
The first photo is a library shot, the rest all show the actual watch and package.