WH1948DD C11 Makaira Fleet Diving Unit (undated)

£1,495.00
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Quick facts

Description

The C11 range arrived in 2011, at a point when Christopher Ward was still experimenting with what its technical sports watches should be. The Trident already existed, having been introduced a couple of years earlier, but it had not yet become the brand’s defining line. That left space for the C11 to explore more specialised territory, leaning harder into aviation and professional dive‑watch concepts. The C11 models were more complex, more technical and more assertive than the Tridents of the time, and they played an important role in shaping CW’s reputation for specification‑led watches during its first decade.

This ultra-rare FDU version is based on the C11 Makaira Pro 500, retaining its original proportions, layout and 500m depth rating. The case is produced in DLC‑coated steel, with the standard twin‑crown configuration: internal bezel control at the upper right and the primary crown at the lower right.

The dial is executed on a black base with high‑visibility orange hands and markers for contrast. The Fleet Diving Unit emblem is positioned at 12 o’clock in place of the standard branding, with the Christopher Ward relegated to 6 o’clcok. The edition is limited to 50 pieces

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in good condition with clear signs of regular wear.

  • Case: Marks and scuffs visible

  • Bezel: Wear visible, particularly around 9 o’clock

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Personalised engraving added on the back, name and number of the diver (obscured in the photos to protect privacy).

Supplied on a CW rubber strap in fair condition .

Comes boxed (some light deterioration) with no papers.

Timegrapher: Approximately +2 seconds per day.

Strap options

  • Head only: £10 reduction

  • Replacement of existing strap for a standard unworn CW strap: £40 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.

Specifications

  • Case size: 42mm

  • Lug to lug: 53.7mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 13.4mm

  • Movement: Sellita SW200-1

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 C11 range arrived in 2011, at a point when Christopher Ward was still experimenting with what its technical sports watches should be. The Trident already existed, having been introduced a couple of years earlier, but it had not yet become the brand’s defining line. That left space for the C11 to explore more specialised territory, leaning harder into aviation and professional dive‑watch concepts. The C11 models were more complex, more technical and more assertive than the Tridents of the time, and they played an important role in shaping CW’s reputation for specification‑led watches during its first decade.

This ultra-rare FDU version is based on the C11 Makaira Pro 500, retaining its original proportions, layout and 500m depth rating. The case is produced in DLC‑coated steel, with the standard twin‑crown configuration: internal bezel control at the upper right and the primary crown at the lower right.

The dial is executed on a black base with high‑visibility orange hands and markers for contrast. The Fleet Diving Unit emblem is positioned at 12 o’clock in place of the standard branding, with the Christopher Ward relegated to 6 o’clcok. The edition is limited to 50 pieces

Learn more about CW’s models.

Condition and performance

The watch is in good condition with clear signs of regular wear.

  • Case: Marks and scuffs visible

  • Bezel: Wear visible, particularly around 9 o’clock

  • Crystal: Clear, no marks

Personalised engraving added on the back, name and number of the diver (obscured in the photos to protect privacy).

Supplied on a CW rubber strap in fair condition .

Comes boxed (some light deterioration) with no papers.

Timegrapher: Approximately +2 seconds per day.

Strap options

  • Head only: £10 reduction

  • Replacement of existing strap for a standard unworn CW strap: £40 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.

Specifications

  • Case size: 42mm

  • Lug to lug: 53.7mm

  • Lug width: 22mm

  • Height: 13.4mm

  • Movement: Sellita SW200-1

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.