WH1094 C65 Dartmouth Series 1 Blue COSC (10/2020)
WH1094 C65 Dartmouth Series 1 Blue COSC (10/2020)
Christopher Ward C65 Dartmouth Series 1 (41mm)
Introduction
The ‘public’ military models started with a batch of C65s in 2019. They were this Dartmouth (named after the Royal Naval School) and available in blue (this one) and black, the Cranwell (named after the RAF College) and the Sandhurst (named after the The Royal Military Academy where army officers are trained).
In August 2020 CW added a fourth military model, the Lympstone. And in 2021 the Colchester joined the party (developed for and in conjunction with the British Army's Parachute Regiment).
Warranty
It comes with a Ward Hoard warranty for six months from date of purchase.
Condition
It’s in good condition with a light scuff on the bezel as shown in the photos - priced to reflect this.
When I got it, it was running outside spec, so it has gone back to CW to be regulated. Now keeping time within COSC as shown on the timegrapher photograph.
Comes in the original CW bamboo case with owner’s manual, polishing cloth, warranty booklet/card, regulation invoice and COSC certificate.
Strap options
It comes on a brand new CW blue tropic strap.
Exchange for brand new hybrid, leather or tide (no cost change);
Head only (discount of £40)
Exchange for a bracelet (subject to availability, increase of £125)
Specs:
Diameter: 41mm
Height: 11.8mm
Lug to lug: 47.1mm
Calibre: Sellita SW200 COSC
Power reserve: 38 hours
Water resistance: 150m
Strap lugs: 22mm
Final Notes:
Note the first image is a library shot. The rest show the actual watch and package.