Quick facts
Reference: C40 Speedhawk
Category: Motor sport
Size: Very large / Large
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Good
Ward Hoard warranty: Six months from date of purchase
Buy it if you want: CW’s first automatic chronograph, bold and uncompromising and a key moment in the brand’s early motorsport story
Description
The Speedhawk, introduced in 2009 as the C40, was Christopher Ward’s first automatic chronograph and a major step forward for the brand. Developed from the earlier C4 Peregrine, it is a 42mm motorsport‑themed chronograph powered by the ETA 7750, with a day‑date display but without the alarm complication found on some C4 variants. The layout is traditional and functional, with clear sub dials and a rotating bezel supported by an internal tachymeter. The counterbalance on the chronograph seconds hand takes the form of a peregrine falcon, a detail that tied the watch back to its aviation‑influenced roots.
In its time, the Speedhawk sat at the top of CW’s motorsport range. Its size and thickness were unapologetic, reflecting both the movement inside and the tool‑watch intent of the design. In a 2011 retrospective vote, the Speedhawk was named CWL Forum Watch of the Year for 2009, underlining its impact at the time. Retired in 2012, it now reads as a bold early statement piece: less refined than later chronographs but significant as the watch that proved CW could execute a complex automatic tool watch with confidence.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in good condition with clear signs of regular wear. It was serviced in November 2021
Supplied on a CW bracelet with marks consistent with regular wear. Complete with all spare links.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, original invoice, service documentation from November 2021 and covering letter .
Timegrapher: Approximately +3 seconds per day.
Strap options
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
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
Reference: C40 Speedhawk
Category: Motor sport
Size: Very large / Large
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Good
Ward Hoard warranty: Six months from date of purchase
Buy it if you want: CW’s first automatic chronograph, bold and uncompromising and a key moment in the brand’s early motorsport story
Description
The Speedhawk, introduced in 2009 as the C40, was Christopher Ward’s first automatic chronograph and a major step forward for the brand. Developed from the earlier C4 Peregrine, it is a 42mm motorsport‑themed chronograph powered by the ETA 7750, with a day‑date display but without the alarm complication found on some C4 variants. The layout is traditional and functional, with clear sub dials and a rotating bezel supported by an internal tachymeter. The counterbalance on the chronograph seconds hand takes the form of a peregrine falcon, a detail that tied the watch back to its aviation‑influenced roots.
In its time, the Speedhawk sat at the top of CW’s motorsport range. Its size and thickness were unapologetic, reflecting both the movement inside and the tool‑watch intent of the design. In a 2011 retrospective vote, the Speedhawk was named CWL Forum Watch of the Year for 2009, underlining its impact at the time. Retired in 2012, it now reads as a bold early statement piece: less refined than later chronographs but significant as the watch that proved CW could execute a complex automatic tool watch with confidence.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in good condition with clear signs of regular wear. It was serviced in November 2021
Supplied on a CW bracelet with marks consistent with regular wear. Complete with all spare links.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, original invoice, service documentation from November 2021 and covering letter .
Timegrapher: Approximately +3 seconds per day.
Strap options
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
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.
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