WH2001GG C70GB COSC Limited Edition (10/2011)

£595.00

Quick facts

Description

Launched in 2009, the C70 is one of the most important and, today, most collectable motorsport watches Christopher Ward has produced. It was the line that established CW’s early reputation for bold design, historical storytelling and disruptive value, and proved the brand could build a cult following well beyond dive watches.

The range debuted as the C70 Grand Prix range, a set of six 500‑piece limited editions, each dedicated to a landmark early Grand Prix race. Powered by ETA quartz chronograph movements, these original models remain the purest expression of the C70 idea. From 2011, the line expanded beyond Grand Prix racing into rallying, aviation‑linked military editions and British motorsport specials, growing into a broad platform that became a cornerstone of CW’s catalogue.

Launched in September 2010, this is a re-release of the C70 GB, uprated to a COSC-rated quartz chronometer movement. The chronograph seconds and minutes hands are both mounted centrally and a a chronograph hours register is in the 9:00 position. A limited edition of 200 pieces.

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in very good condition with some light signs of use.

  • Case: Clean with light hairlines only

  • Bezel: Excellent - these often get marked up, this one is pretty good, with some minor imperfections

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Supplied on a CW leather strap in very good condition.

Comes boxed, with all papers - covering letter, original invoice, COSC, cleaning cloth, owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity. It also has service records from Feb 2015.

Timegrapher: N/a quartz movement.

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: 48.7mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 11.8mm

  • Movement: ETA 251.264 COSC

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 2009, the C70 is one of the most important and, today, most collectable motorsport watches Christopher Ward has produced. It was the line that established CW’s early reputation for bold design, historical storytelling and disruptive value, and proved the brand could build a cult following well beyond dive watches.

The range debuted as the C70 Grand Prix range, a set of six 500‑piece limited editions, each dedicated to a landmark early Grand Prix race. Powered by ETA quartz chronograph movements, these original models remain the purest expression of the C70 idea. From 2011, the line expanded beyond Grand Prix racing into rallying, aviation‑linked military editions and British motorsport specials, growing into a broad platform that became a cornerstone of CW’s catalogue.

Launched in September 2010, this is a re-release of the C70 GB, uprated to a COSC-rated quartz chronometer movement. The chronograph seconds and minutes hands are both mounted centrally and a a chronograph hours register is in the 9:00 position. A limited edition of 200 pieces.

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in very good condition with some light signs of use.

  • Case: Clean with light hairlines only

  • Bezel: Excellent - these often get marked up, this one is pretty good, with some minor imperfections

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Supplied on a CW leather strap in very good condition.

Comes boxed, with all papers - covering letter, original invoice, COSC, cleaning cloth, owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity. It also has service records from Feb 2015.

Timegrapher: N/a quartz movement.

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: 48.7mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 11.8mm

  • Movement: ETA 251.264 COSC

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.