WH1820J C7 Rapide Chronograph COSC LE (06/2020)

£545.00

Quick facts

Description

Launched in August 2017, the C7 Rapide Mk3 Quartz formed part of a full rethink of Christopher Ward’s motorsport range. Although CW never formally used a Mk3 designation, the change was obvious. The quartz chronograph adopted a cleaner, more cohesive case design alongside a bicompax dial layout and introduced the Twin Flag logo at 12 o’clock, with the Christopher Ward wordmark removed from the dial entirely. This marked a clear shift in visual identity for the brand’s motorsport watches.

This COSC‑certified quartz version sits apart from the simpler Mk3 quartz models by using the full four‑part Rapide case construction. That case adds depth and visual complexity, with layered surfaces and sharper transitions giving the watch far more presence on the wrist than earlier C7 quartz chronographs. The dial adopts a tri‑compax layout, reinforcing its motorsport intent while remaining clearly structured and legible. As a Limited Edition of 500 pieces, the C7 Rapide COSC Quartz Chronograph occupied the top tier of the quartz side of the C7 range. Chronometer certification brings added accuracy, while the combination of the complex case and tri‑compax dial gives it a more engineered feel than the standard quartz variants. Now discontinued, it stands as one of the more complete and less commonly seen expressions of the redesigned C7 motorsport line.

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in very good condition with visible but light signs of wear.

  • Case: Clean with light hairlines only

  • Bezel: Clean - no issues

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Supplied on a CW vintage oak leather strap in very good condition.

Comes boxed with owner’s manual, COSC certificate, warranty booklet/card and cleaning cloth.

Timegrapher: N/a - quartz.

Strap options

  • Head only: £30 reduction

  • Replacement of existing strap for a standard unworn CW strap: £20 increase

  • Additional standard unworn CW strap: £50 increase

Subject to availability, standard unworn CW straps comprise vintage oak leather, hybrid, rubber and tropic.

Please send us a message and we will adjust the price accordingly.

We also offer 10% off our straps and bracelets listed in Accessories purchased alongside a watch.
Simply add the accessory to your basket and use STRAP10 or BRAC10 at checkout.

Generally, we list all our bracelets on our Accessories page, but if you don’t see the bracelet for this specific watch, please ask.

Specifications

  • Case size: 42mm

  • Lug to lug: 48.2mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 11.55mm

  • Movement: ETA 251.264 COSC quartz

Questions

If you have any questions about this watch or strap options, or would like to reserve it, just get in touch. We’re specialists in Christopher Ward watches and are always happy to help.

Quick facts

Description

Launched in August 2017, the C7 Rapide Mk3 Quartz formed part of a full rethink of Christopher Ward’s motorsport range. Although CW never formally used a Mk3 designation, the change was obvious. The quartz chronograph adopted a cleaner, more cohesive case design alongside a bicompax dial layout and introduced the Twin Flag logo at 12 o’clock, with the Christopher Ward wordmark removed from the dial entirely. This marked a clear shift in visual identity for the brand’s motorsport watches.

This COSC‑certified quartz version sits apart from the simpler Mk3 quartz models by using the full four‑part Rapide case construction. That case adds depth and visual complexity, with layered surfaces and sharper transitions giving the watch far more presence on the wrist than earlier C7 quartz chronographs. The dial adopts a tri‑compax layout, reinforcing its motorsport intent while remaining clearly structured and legible. As a Limited Edition of 500 pieces, the C7 Rapide COSC Quartz Chronograph occupied the top tier of the quartz side of the C7 range. Chronometer certification brings added accuracy, while the combination of the complex case and tri‑compax dial gives it a more engineered feel than the standard quartz variants. Now discontinued, it stands as one of the more complete and less commonly seen expressions of the redesigned C7 motorsport line.

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in very good condition with visible but light signs of wear.

  • Case: Clean with light hairlines only

  • Bezel: Clean - no issues

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Supplied on a CW vintage oak leather strap in very good condition.

Comes boxed with owner’s manual, COSC certificate, warranty booklet/card and cleaning cloth.

Timegrapher: N/a - quartz.

Strap options

  • Head only: £30 reduction

  • Replacement of existing strap for a standard unworn CW strap: £20 increase

  • Additional standard unworn CW strap: £50 increase

Subject to availability, standard unworn CW straps comprise vintage oak leather, hybrid, rubber and tropic.

Please send us a message and we will adjust the price accordingly.

We also offer 10% off our straps and bracelets listed in Accessories purchased alongside a watch.
Simply add the accessory to your basket and use STRAP10 or BRAC10 at checkout.

Generally, we list all our bracelets on our Accessories page, but if you don’t see the bracelet for this specific watch, please ask.

Specifications

  • Case size: 42mm

  • Lug to lug: 48.2mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 11.55mm

  • Movement: ETA 251.264 COSC quartz

Questions

If you have any questions about this watch or strap options, or would like to reserve it, just get in touch. We’re specialists in Christopher Ward watches and are always happy to help.