SOLD WH1241 C40 SpeedHawk automatic chronograph archive find (05/2017)
SOLD WH1241 C40 SpeedHawk automatic chronograph archive find (05/2017)
Christopher Ward C40 SpeedHawk Automatic Chronograph
The C40 was Christopher Ward's first automatic chronograph and the first of many models to use the famous ETA 7750 Valjoux movement - others include the C700, C1000, C7 and a couple of C60s. The same calibre can be found inside many premium watch brands such as Breitling, TAG Heuer, Panerai, Omega, IWC etc.
Launched in 2009 at a pretty remarkable £500 on leather strap, the C40 is the big brother to the C4 Peregrine quartz - at 16mm tall and with its beefy bezel, it certainly makes a statement on your wrist. It was CW’s flagship motorsport watch until its retirement in 2012 (when the bracelet model cost £850).
This one is an archive find, sold in 2017, one of the latest that you’ll see.
Warranty
It comes with a six month Ward Hoard warranty.
Condition
It’s in fantastic used condition with just the odd small blemish and some light scrapes on the bracelet.
Keeping great time at +9 or 10 spd.
Offered as a full set, box and papers.
Strap options
Fitted with a bracelet in great condition with all links.
Head only, discount of £100. Exchange for brand new CW leather vintage oak, discount of £60.
Specifications
Case size: 42mm
Lug width: 22mm
Height: 16mm
Waterproof: 50m
Movement: ETA 7750 Valjoux
User Manual
A PDF version is available on the CW website: https://www.christopherward.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-cw-library/default/dw224480ea/pdfs/Motorsport/c40_manual.pdf
Final Notes
The first photo is a library shot. The rest all show the actual watch and package.