Christopher Ward C70 D-Type Limited Edition

Following the success of 2009’s original C70 Grand Prix series of eight watches, Christopher Ward embarked on a number of stand-alone C70 Specials. They included the GB and DBR1 COSC models in 2010 and 2011, then came 2013’s BRG, 2014’s VW4 COSC and then a couple of Art Metal specials: the DBR1/2 AM100 from 2013 and the 3527 GT from 2014.

The C70 D-Type is the 15th of 21 (or 22 in you include the 2016 F1 Racing magazine special, of which there are 20!) motorsport C70s Christopher Ward produced - the last one being the BRG COSC from 2017.

The C70 D-Type takes inspiration from the Ecurie Ecosse D-Type Jaguars which won the 1956 and 1957 Le Mans 24-hour races - the red segment on the bottom dial echoing that of the D-Type’s rev counter, among other influences. It was launched in August 2014 and the 500 pieces were sold out in 2015. It’s definitely one of the more desirable C70 models - probably sitting just behind the DBR1s and Art Metal specials on the collector’s scale. The watch I’m selling here was a January 2015 purchase.

Condition:
If you’re familiar with C70s, you’ll know their exposed aluminium bezel has a reputation for getting fairly easily marked. The fact that this watch is coming up for six years old and the bezel is still immaculate demonstrates that it’s only seen very limited wrist time - in fact the original protective vinyl from the back case is still in place. The watch has been worn, but is still in fantastic condition - probably one of the best ones you’re likely to find and certainly the best used one I’ve seen. It comes complete with original deluxe wooden case (with engraved plaque), covering letter and original owner’s manual with Certificate of Authenticity.

Specs:

• Diameter: 42mm

• Height: 11.8mm

• Calibre: ETA 251.272

• Water resistance: 100m

• Strap: 22mm

Final Notes:
The first picture is a library photo, the rest show the actual watch and package.