CHRISTOPHER WARD C5 MALVERN AVIATOR AUTOMATIC

Introduction

Based on Christopher Ward’s first ever watch, the Mk1 Malvern Automatic, the C5 Aviator Limited Edition was originally launched in June 2006 as a limited edition of 1936 pieces. Available in a brushed stainless steel case with either black or white dial. An automatic watch with date window, it used either the ETA 2824-2 or the Sellita SW200-1 movement. The watch has lumed leaf hands and Arabic numerals with a triangle index at 12 o'clock. Numbered indices for seconds are on the inner chapter ring.

This is a white version, numbered 979, dating from August 2008. It’s a very collectable piece which only comes up rarely - I’ve not seen many of them change hands in recent times.

Warranty

It comes with a three month Ward Hoard warranty.

Strap

It comes on what is probably its original black leather strap with deployment clasp in pretty good condition for its age. Not many other options other than head only (discount of £30) as I don’t have many 18mm lug width straps. But please ask if you do want something else and I’ll have a rummage.

Condition

It’s coming up for 16 years old and has been worn, so there are a few marks on the case that reflects this. Overall, it’s a very good condition watch for its age, but it’s certainly not perfect.

It is keeping great time at -4 spd on the timegrapher.

Supplied in the original CW inner and outer presentation cases and including the original owner’s handbook with Certificate of Authenticity and the unused polishing cloth. Also included is the original invoice when it cost an incredible £157.50!

Specifications

• Case size: 38mm

• Lug width: 18mm

• Height: 10.8mm

• Waterproof: 50m

Final Notes

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