Quick facts
Description
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 go to 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 Power Reserve was the first aviation‑style watch to be fitted with Christopher Ward’s SH21 movement, using the hand‑wound version with small seconds and power reserve sub‑dials. As with all SH21‑powered watches, it is COSC‑certified as a chronometer. At 44mm it is a large watch, but the absence of an automatic rotor keeps the case height to around 11mm, allowing it to sit more comfortably on the wrist than the dimensions suggest. The hand‑wound layout also provides an uninterrupted view of the SH21 through the large exhibition case back. Launched in August 2016 and officially retired in 2019, most examples date from that period, although a small number surfaced in 2020 and 2021. The watch offered here is one of the latest, dated January 2021, and is finished in DLC.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in nearly new condition. It could even be unworn.
Case: Clean, no observable marks
Bezel: Excellent, no observable marks.
Crystal: Clear, no marks
Supplied on a CW canvas strap in equally as good condition. Looks unworn with the tag attached.
Comes boxed with warranty booklet/card, cleaning cloth and COSC certificate.
Timegrapher: Approximately +1 seconds per day.
One of the finest examples that you will see.
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.
Specifications
Case size: 44mm
Lug to lug: 53.2mm
Lug width: 22mm
Height: 11mm
Movement: CW SH21/DSPR
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
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 go to 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 Power Reserve was the first aviation‑style watch to be fitted with Christopher Ward’s SH21 movement, using the hand‑wound version with small seconds and power reserve sub‑dials. As with all SH21‑powered watches, it is COSC‑certified as a chronometer. At 44mm it is a large watch, but the absence of an automatic rotor keeps the case height to around 11mm, allowing it to sit more comfortably on the wrist than the dimensions suggest. The hand‑wound layout also provides an uninterrupted view of the SH21 through the large exhibition case back. Launched in August 2016 and officially retired in 2019, most examples date from that period, although a small number surfaced in 2020 and 2021. The watch offered here is one of the latest, dated January 2021, and is finished in DLC.
Learn more about CW’s models.
Condition and performance
The watch is in nearly new condition. It could even be unworn.
Case: Clean, no observable marks
Bezel: Excellent, no observable marks.
Crystal: Clear, no marks
Supplied on a CW canvas strap in equally as good condition. Looks unworn with the tag attached.
Comes boxed with warranty booklet/card, cleaning cloth and COSC certificate.
Timegrapher: Approximately +1 seconds per day.
One of the finest examples that you will see.
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.
Specifications
Case size: 44mm
Lug to lug: 53.2mm
Lug width: 22mm
Height: 11mm
Movement: CW SH21/DSPR
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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