The Christopher Ward brand has been on a roll lately. Starting last year with the re-launch of their core modern diver line, the C60 Tridents, they?ve been releasing new watches at a rather fast clip. Ranging from their sublime C1 Moonglow to their line of MoD officially-licensed military chronometers, to their Haute-inspired Apex C60 made in partnership with Armin Strom, to their recent retro-chic C65 GMT with a Worldtimer bezel – and that?s not to forget their souped-up, 1000m titanium C60 Elites – they are moving along at breakneck speed. Today, I?m excited to have the exclusive hands-on opportunity to check out their newest watch, the C60 Sapphire.

$1020

Hands-On: Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire

Case
Stainless Steel

Movement
SW200

Dial
Blue Sapphire
Lume
X1 Grade SuperLuminova

Lens
Sapphire

Strap
Steel bracelet

Water Resistance
600m

Dimensions
40 x 47.5mm

Thickness
13.5mm

Lug Width
20mm

Crown
screw-down

Warranty
Yes

Price
$1020

While there are many reasons to be a fan of the Christopher Ward brand, one semi-abstract reason that has always appealed to me is that they enjoy a good challenge. When you think about their inhouse complications, their 5-day chronometer movement, the level of fit and finish that they can achieve at relatively modest price points, it?s clear they don?t just take the easy path. The C60 Sapphire is a very clear example of this as well. As you can plainly see from the photos,...