CHRISTOPHER WARD W7 RAPIDE CHRONOGRAPH Mk2

Introduction

Christopher Ward entered the ladies’ watch market in 2007 and created 21 different models over the years, before announcing in 2014 they intended to exit the women’s field. by 2015 all remaining stock was sold off so they could concentrate on the much better selling models intended for men. That’s not to say that women can’t wear Chris Ward watches now though - particularly with the introduction of smaller models recently. Because the ladies watches never really sold in great numbers when they were new, they’re now even harder to come by - I’d say maybe one or two a month come up in the various outlets that I monitor.

The watch for sale in this listing is a W7 Rapide Chgronograph - essentially a scaled-down, 36mm version of the men’s 42mm C7 Rapide Chrono. The Mk1 version was introduced 2008 and was an active model for one year before being replaced by the MkII in 2009. The Mk2 range consisted of five models with different colour straps and numbers on the face: white, green, purple, sand and the red you see here.

Condition
Having a highly polished case and bezel makes many CW women’s watches magnets for blemishes, so it’s common to see ladies watches in seemingly battered condition. This particular watch has only seen limited wrist time over the last 11 years though, so it’s actually one of the best I’ve seen in a long time. There are a few light blemishes here and there, so it’s not mint, but there’s nothing really worthy of specific note. The first impression is that it’s in fantastic shape, it’s only when you start looking closely that the light signs of use become noticeable.

The original CW red leather strap with its quick-release pins and butterfly deployant clasp is in good condition with lots of life left in it.

Supplied with user book with Certificate of Authenticity. No box, but will be well-packed for delivery.

Just been pressure tested (8 May 2024)

Specifications

• Case size: 36mm

• Lug width: 19mm

• Height: 11mm

• Waterproof: 100m

• Movement: ETA G15.211

User Manual

Christopher Ward have a PDF version of the owner’s manual on their website here: https://www.christopherward.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-cw-library/default/dw2f1e0a23/pdfs/Women/w7_manual.pdf

Final notes

The first photo is a library shot. The rest all show the actual watch and package.