Quick facts
Description
The C3 sits right at the beginning of Christopher Ward’s history. When the brand launched in 2005, it did so with just two models: the C5 Automatic and the C3 Chronograph Quartz. At a time when most new brands leaned heavily on mechanical movements to establish credibility, CW’s decision to include a quartz chronograph from day one was both practical and telling. The C3 offered accuracy, reliability and broad appeal at an accessible price point, and it quickly became a core part of the early catalogue. Over the following years the C3 chronograph evolved through multiple iterations, refining its case, dial and detailing while remaining firmly rooted in the Malvern design language. By the time the Mk III arrived, the C3 had become a mature and recognisable line rather than simply a launch-era curiosity.
Introduced in August 2018, the C3 Morgan is essentially a Morgan-branded variant of the C3 Grand Tourer, celebrating Christopher Ward's relationship with the Morgan Motor Company. It uses the same 39mm bi-compax chronograph layout and Ronda 5021.D quartz movement, but incorporates a number of Morgan-specific details, most notably the Morgan wings logo at 12 o'clock and a set of blued steel hands with luminous inserts.
The partnership suits the watch rather well. The Grand Tourer already drew heavily on the clean, restrained chronographs of the 1950s and 1960s, and the connection with Morgan reinforces that sense of traditional British engineering. Unlike some motoring collaborations, the branding is subtle and never overwhelms the design. Underneath, it remains a well-proportioned and highly wearable chronograph that stands comfortably on its own merits, whether you're a Morgan enthusiast or not.
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 Vintage oak leather strap in good condition.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, cleaning cloth and covering letter.
Timegrapher: N/a - quartz.
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. The original bracelet option for this watch was the milanese mesh.
Specifications
Case size: 39mm
Lug to lug: 45.8mm
Lug width: 20mm
Height: 10.8mm
Movement: Ronda 5021.D
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 C3 sits right at the beginning of Christopher Ward’s history. When the brand launched in 2005, it did so with just two models: the C5 Automatic and the C3 Chronograph Quartz. At a time when most new brands leaned heavily on mechanical movements to establish credibility, CW’s decision to include a quartz chronograph from day one was both practical and telling. The C3 offered accuracy, reliability and broad appeal at an accessible price point, and it quickly became a core part of the early catalogue. Over the following years the C3 chronograph evolved through multiple iterations, refining its case, dial and detailing while remaining firmly rooted in the Malvern design language. By the time the Mk III arrived, the C3 had become a mature and recognisable line rather than simply a launch-era curiosity.
Introduced in August 2018, the C3 Morgan is essentially a Morgan-branded variant of the C3 Grand Tourer, celebrating Christopher Ward's relationship with the Morgan Motor Company. It uses the same 39mm bi-compax chronograph layout and Ronda 5021.D quartz movement, but incorporates a number of Morgan-specific details, most notably the Morgan wings logo at 12 o'clock and a set of blued steel hands with luminous inserts.
The partnership suits the watch rather well. The Grand Tourer already drew heavily on the clean, restrained chronographs of the 1950s and 1960s, and the connection with Morgan reinforces that sense of traditional British engineering. Unlike some motoring collaborations, the branding is subtle and never overwhelms the design. Underneath, it remains a well-proportioned and highly wearable chronograph that stands comfortably on its own merits, whether you're a Morgan enthusiast or not.
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 Vintage oak leather strap in good condition.
Comes boxed with owner’s manual/certificate of authenticity, cleaning cloth and covering letter.
Timegrapher: N/a - quartz.
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. The original bracelet option for this watch was the milanese mesh.
Specifications
Case size: 39mm
Lug to lug: 45.8mm
Lug width: 20mm
Height: 10.8mm
Movement: Ronda 5021.D
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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