Christopher Ward C60 Trident 300 Quartz 43mm

Introduction

The Mk1 C60 Trident hit the watch world in 2009, but it was only available with an automatic movement. It wasn’t until 2015 and the arrival or the Mk2 Trident, that Christopher Ward introduced their first Quartz C60 model, which they named the Trident 300, after its 300m water depth rating. The C60 300 is visually very similar to the Mk1 C60 Trident Pro, with just a couple of visual clues: 1) It just says “Trident” on the face, not “Trident Pro” and 2) the second hand ticks instead of sweeps.

This is an December 2015 watch which wears the CHR. WARD logo - in 2017 they switched to the current logo placed at 9 o’clock.

Being a quartz model, it doesn’t have the taller, tapered case back of its automatic cousin, so it sits a little lower on the wrist. For me, it actually sits much better on my wrist than the autos do!

Like the Mk1 C60s, the Mk3 also doesn’t have a quartz model available, so if you’re looking for a good value, daily wearable Christopher Ward which doesn’t need setting after it has sat for a few days, this Mk2 could make a great solution.

Warranty

As a November 2016 watch, the five year CW warranty has expired, so it comes with a three month Ward Hoard warranty.

Strap options

Fitted with a non OEM quality black rubber strap in excellent condition. 

Price includes this strap - other options are:

• Exchange for a CW leather/hybrid/Tide strap: an extra £40;

• Fitted with a good, used CW stainless steel bracelet: an extra £100;

Condition

It’s in good used condition. With the C60 300s all having alloy bezels (as used on the Mk1 Pros), they’re more prone to marks than their ceramic C60 600 Pro big brothers. This one is no exception with a ding to the bezel by 30. There are a couple of light marks on the case sides and the usual marks on the underside of the lugs where the strap has been changed.

It’s offered with a CW box and manual with certificate of authenticity.

Specifications

• Case size: 43mm

• Lug width: 22mm

• Height: 12mm

• Waterproof: 300m

• Movement: Ronda 515 (quartz)