simey83 1,978 Posted July 2, 2014 Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has thoughts on this announcement today? A really big deal? http://www.christopherward.co.uk/ "Perhaps the most important development for a British watch brand in 50 years" Seems it's their own in-house movement! Simey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Jimmy 29 Posted July 2, 2014 Cool, but I suppose getting them serviced just got trickier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Markrfc 3 Posted July 2, 2014 Power reserve is great but price point at £1500 its not for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 1,978 Posted July 2, 2014 Cool, but I suppose getting them serviced just got trickier. Right enough, never thought of that! Power reserve is great but price point at £1500 its not for me. Yea, bit steep! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted July 2, 2014 It could well be the start of something big, Chris thinks big but long term. It's a lovely watch and an interesting movement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusty peters 0 Posted July 2, 2014 Is it a 21,600 or 28,800 movement? I like what they are doing!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 2, 2014 Interesting movement. I'm rather 'meh' about the watch, but I suspect that we'll be seeing more of the movement in due course. As Col says - Chris thinks big Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
George. 34 Posted July 2, 2014 It's really nice to see his happening. Hopefully, smaller companies will follow suit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
not_finbar 0 Posted July 2, 2014 It's really nice to see his happening. Hopefully, smaller companies will follow suit. Well, Christopher Ward are hardly rivalling LVMH or the Swatch Group. If you want a small British watch manufacturer there's Schofield, Robin Loomes, Bremont (okay, they're not that small)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
George. 34 Posted July 2, 2014 It's really nice to see his happening. Hopefully, smaller companies will follow suit. Well, Christopher Ward are hardly rivalling LVMH or the Swatch Group. If you want a small British watch manufacturer there's Schofield, Robin Loomes, Bremont (okay, they're not that small)... True, but it's nice to see people taking steps towards developing their own in house movements rather than relying on Swatch. I'm not too familiar with those first two brands, I'll take a look! Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
not_finbar 0 Posted July 2, 2014 (edited) Don't get me wrong, it's great news . I'd love a Robin Loomes though: Edited July 2, 2014 by not_finbar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edwinowl 180 Posted July 2, 2014 Don't get me wrong, it's great news . I'd love a Robin Loomes though: +1 bro, this is awesome, all made in England. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conex 0 Posted July 2, 2014 Not into the watch personally. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike 1108 0 Posted July 2, 2014 The first time I've seen a power reserve above 70 hours for less than $8,000-$10,000. Would be interesting to see the accuracy of the movement over the 5 days. At $2,000, it's not in Panerai/Rolex/AP money either. It's a good thing, overall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted July 2, 2014 I kinda like the understated look of the watch, classic and elegant, I'm impressed! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted July 2, 2014 I kinda like the understated look of the watch, classic and elegant, I'm impressed! DC Oh wait, 43mm, mew!!!! You just lost me Chris, get with the trends, case sizes are coming back to 40mm, everyone knows that!!! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted July 2, 2014 I kinda like the understated look of the watch, classic and elegant, I'm impressed! DC Oh wait, 43mm, mew!!!! You just lost me Chris, get with the trends, case sizes are coming back to 40mm, everyone knows that!!! DC +1 36-40mm is plenty for a dresser.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted July 2, 2014 Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has thoughts on this announcement today? A really big deal? http://www.christopherward.co.uk/ "Perhaps the most important development for a British watch brand in 50 years" Seems it's their own in-house movement! Simey It's a nice elegant face but spoiled by the humongous Chr Ward logo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nev848 0 Posted July 2, 2014 Love the look of the Trident GMT. Maybe a future purchase. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted July 2, 2014 Nice watch, kinda looks like the IWC Laureus, IMNSHO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 1,978 Posted July 2, 2014 Starting to really like CW. Think I need to have one! Love the 42 Trident or the GMT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RUSH2112 11 Posted July 2, 2014 I kinda like the understated look of the watch, classic and elegant, I'm impressed! DC Oh wait, 43mm, mew!!!! You just lost me Chris, get with the trends, case sizes are coming back to 40mm, everyone knows that!!! DC +1 36-40mm is plenty for a dresser.... The main thing that got me back into watches after years was the fact that they got bigger. Anything under 40 looks silly on me and I'm not interested so I like the size and the watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve AKA Creamedcage 0 Posted January 6, 2017 Some of the watches are now 50% off in their January sale. https://www.christopherward.co.uk/ Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,436 Posted January 6, 2017 Two and a half year-old thread mate - think it's time to put this one to bed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
