Quick facts
Reference: C65 Super Compressor
Category: Dive
Size: Medium
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very good
Ward Hoard warranty: Six months from date of purchase
Buy it if you want: the brilliant retro-diver with a water resistant mechanism that you can bore people to death with .
Description
The C65 range only really came into focus as a distinct platform in 2018. Earlier uses of the name were attached to variations of the C60 rather than a clearly defined family, but that changed with the introduction of fully formed, retro‑leaning tool watches that stood on their own terms. With slimmer cases, vintage proportions and very specific historical references, the C65 became the place where Christopher Ward explored older ideas properly rather than reworking existing ones. From there, it grew into a broad line covering dive, military and field watches, separating itself from the Trident both visually and philosophically.
The C65 Super Compressor is my favourite expression of that approach. It revives a case construction that has been obsolete for decades, using a spring‑based system that increases sealing pressure as depth increases. The mechanism is utterly pointless given modern water‑resistance and brilliant at the same time. The internal rotating bezel, twin‑crown layout and large exhibition caseback are throwbacks to mid‑century dive watch design, with the latter offering a view of the compression spring and diving‑bell motif. With a cushion case and a slim design, it wears extremely well, the C65 Super Compressor feels less like a solution to a problem and more like a well‑judged indulgence.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in very good condition with visible but light signs of wear.
Supplied on a CW bracelet with ratchet micro-adjust and quick release lugs showing light marks consistent with wear. Complete with all spare links.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual, cleaning cloth and warranty booklet/card.
Timegrapher: Approximately +4 seconds per day.
Strap options
Head only: £120 reduction
Replacement of existing bracelet for a standard unworn CW strap: £70 reduction
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
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: C65 Super Compressor
Category: Dive
Size: Medium
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very good
Ward Hoard warranty: Six months from date of purchase
Buy it if you want: the brilliant retro-diver with a water resistant mechanism that you can bore people to death with .
Description
The C65 range only really came into focus as a distinct platform in 2018. Earlier uses of the name were attached to variations of the C60 rather than a clearly defined family, but that changed with the introduction of fully formed, retro‑leaning tool watches that stood on their own terms. With slimmer cases, vintage proportions and very specific historical references, the C65 became the place where Christopher Ward explored older ideas properly rather than reworking existing ones. From there, it grew into a broad line covering dive, military and field watches, separating itself from the Trident both visually and philosophically.
The C65 Super Compressor is my favourite expression of that approach. It revives a case construction that has been obsolete for decades, using a spring‑based system that increases sealing pressure as depth increases. The mechanism is utterly pointless given modern water‑resistance and brilliant at the same time. The internal rotating bezel, twin‑crown layout and large exhibition caseback are throwbacks to mid‑century dive watch design, with the latter offering a view of the compression spring and diving‑bell motif. With a cushion case and a slim design, it wears extremely well, the C65 Super Compressor feels less like a solution to a problem and more like a well‑judged indulgence.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in very good condition with visible but light signs of wear.
Supplied on a CW bracelet with ratchet micro-adjust and quick release lugs showing light marks consistent with wear. Complete with all spare links.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual, cleaning cloth and warranty booklet/card.
Timegrapher: Approximately +4 seconds per day.
Strap options
Head only: £120 reduction
Replacement of existing bracelet for a standard unworn CW strap: £70 reduction
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
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.
Image 1 of 33
Image 2 of 33
Image 3 of 33
Image 4 of 33
Image 5 of 33
Image 6 of 33
Image 7 of 33
Image 8 of 33
Image 9 of 33
Image 10 of 33
Image 11 of 33
Image 12 of 33
Image 13 of 33
Image 14 of 33
Image 15 of 33
Image 16 of 33
Image 17 of 33
Image 18 of 33
Image 19 of 33
Image 20 of 33
Image 21 of 33
Image 22 of 33
Image 23 of 33
Image 24 of 33
Image 25 of 33
Image 26 of 33
Image 27 of 33
Image 28 of 33
Image 29 of 33
Image 30 of 33
Image 31 of 33
Image 32 of 33
Image 33 of 33