SOLD WH731 - C8 Flyer Mk1 38mm Quartz (Undated) New old stock, prototype
SOLD WH731 - C8 Flyer Mk1 38mm Quartz (Undated) New old stock, prototype
Christopher Ward C8 Flyer Mk1 38mm Quartz
Introduction
Christopher Ward has a long history of making aviation-inspired watches, starting with 2006’s C5 Malvern Aviator, which was based on CW’s first ever watch, the C5 Malvern. Their next aviator was… the C8, in its first iteration which was the Pilot Mk1 of 2008. While the C9, C10 and C11 have all offered aviation models, it’s the C8 case which has proved to be CW’s goto aviator case, having been used in over ten different models over the years including the C8 Power Reserve and Al Deere special, which both sit near the top of the CW pricing scale.
The C8 Flyer was introduced in August 2015 in both 38 mm and 44 mm sizes and ceased production in March 2017. This model celebrates Britain's aviation history by being inspired by the Spitfire planes’ cockpit dial clock by Smiths. This is the 38 mm quartz version. I acquired the case, dial and hands (without movement) - it was originally sold as a prototype with serial number 000. I’ve just had a new movement fitted at CW, so it is basically a new watch!
Warranty
It comes with a CW warranty to April 2026.
Strap options
Fitted with a brand new XS CW vintage oak tan leather strap.
Other options :
Exchange for a brand new black/tan regular CW Vintage oak leather strap (no cost change)
Head only (-£30)
Condition
Offered in unworn condition - there are a couple of tiny marks on the side of the case from storage. Supplied in the latest CW presentation case with polishing cloth.
Specs:
Diameter: 38mm
Height: 9.8mm
Lug to lug: 48.2mm
Calibre: Ronda 715
Water resistance: 5ATM (50m)
Strap lugs: 20mm
Final Notes:
Note the first pic is a library shot. The rest show the actual watch and package.