Quick facts
Description
The C5 Malvern Automatic is the watch that started it all for Christopher Ward. Introduced in 2005 in its original 38mm Mk1 form it was CW’s first watch and the model that put the brand on the map. The Mk1 ran from 2005 to 2012, followed by the Mk2, which increased the case size to 39mm and covered the period from 2012 to 2016. The Mk III, launched in January 2017, retained the 39mm size and represented a clear visual reset while remaining recognisably a Malvern.
Launched in April 2014, this C5 Malvern Slimline was Christopher Ward's thinnest manual-wind watch at the time. Housed in a 40mm case measuring just 8.55mm thick, it paired clean, uncluttered styling with a handwound movement and display caseback. The result was a watch that felt far more traditional than many of CW's other offerings, with the daily winding ritual adding a touch of old-school charm that an automatic simply can't replicate.
This example is a special edition of the Malvern Slimline. Designed by the Christopher Ward forum members, the Slimline 2015 FLE (Forum Limited Edition), often referred to as the MMXV, was produced in a limited edition of 75 pieces. The watch is distinguished by the gold applied indices and hands, blued seconds hand and the year (MMXV) printed in the lower portion of the dial. The watch was selected by a series of votes on the Forum, and released in November 2015 after a pre-order process.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in very good condition with signs of use.
Case: Some light marks
Bezel: Some light marks
Crystal: Clear, no marks
Supplied on a used CW tan leather strap.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, cleaning cloth.
Timegrapher: Showing +1spd on the timegrapher
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
Case size: 40mm
Lug to lug: 47.9mm
Lug width: 20mm
Height: 8.7mm
Movement: ETA 2801-2
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
The C5 Malvern Automatic is the watch that started it all for Christopher Ward. Introduced in 2005 in its original 38mm Mk1 form it was CW’s first watch and the model that put the brand on the map. The Mk1 ran from 2005 to 2012, followed by the Mk2, which increased the case size to 39mm and covered the period from 2012 to 2016. The Mk III, launched in January 2017, retained the 39mm size and represented a clear visual reset while remaining recognisably a Malvern.
Launched in April 2014, this C5 Malvern Slimline was Christopher Ward's thinnest manual-wind watch at the time. Housed in a 40mm case measuring just 8.55mm thick, it paired clean, uncluttered styling with a handwound movement and display caseback. The result was a watch that felt far more traditional than many of CW's other offerings, with the daily winding ritual adding a touch of old-school charm that an automatic simply can't replicate.
This example is a special edition of the Malvern Slimline. Designed by the Christopher Ward forum members, the Slimline 2015 FLE (Forum Limited Edition), often referred to as the MMXV, was produced in a limited edition of 75 pieces. The watch is distinguished by the gold applied indices and hands, blued seconds hand and the year (MMXV) printed in the lower portion of the dial. The watch was selected by a series of votes on the Forum, and released in November 2015 after a pre-order process.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in very good condition with signs of use.
Case: Some light marks
Bezel: Some light marks
Crystal: Clear, no marks
Supplied on a used CW tan leather strap.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, cleaning cloth.
Timegrapher: Showing +1spd on the timegrapher
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
Case size: 40mm
Lug to lug: 47.9mm
Lug width: 20mm
Height: 8.7mm
Movement: ETA 2801-2
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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