WH1496 C60 Trident GMT Automatic Mk1 (04/2012)
WH1496 C60 Trident GMT Automatic Mk1 (04/2012)
Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT Automatic Mk1 43mm
Introduction
The Mk1 C60 Trident hit the watch world in 2009. It was available in a Henry Ford style ‘any colour you want, as long as it’s black’. The initial price of just £300 was a ridiculous bargain and the watch was an instant hit.
In 2010 the price increased and so did the C60 range, thanks to the addition of two GMT models - one with white pips and one with orange, which cost £499 on leather/rubber or £580 on a bracelet.
In 2012, CW introduced the CHR. WARD logo, replacing the original round CW icon. This watch is one of the earlier 2012 vintage, with the original round CW icon on the face and the orange bezel
Condition
It is in fantastic shape. It has barely been worn. It comes boxed with its owner’s manual with a certificate of authenticity. Box showing some signs of deterioration.
On the timegrapher it’s keeping fabulous time at approx -6 seconds per day (brand new CW C60 GMTs have a factory tolerance of +/-20sec).
Strap options
It comes on a brand new black/orange CW hybrid that matches the watch perfectly. Head only - discount of £40. Please ask for other options.
Specifications
Case size: 43mm
Lug width: 22mm
Height: 13mm
Waterproof: 300m
Movement: ETA 2893-2
Warranty
It comes with a six month Ward Hoard warranty
Final Notes
The first photo is a library shot, the rest all show the actual watch and package.
Fun (!) fact: CW stated these to be 42mm in the earlier user books, but they’re actually 43mm - an error which was corrected in later books