Christopher Ward C60 Mk2 Trident Pro 600 316L Orange Limited Edition

Christopher Ward has created five different 316L Limited Edition models over the years and this C60 Orange models is where they all began.

Launched in May 2017, the C60 316L was the first C60 to feature an all 316L stainless steel bezel (the same grade of steel the cases are made from). It was also the first C60 to feature the ‘flat’ face which is now common to all Mk3 C60s - until this C60 316L arrived, all C60 Mk1 and Mk2 models had subtle waves on their dials.

There were 316 pieces made - no prizes for guessing where CW got that figure from!

Once the 316 Orange models had sold out, CW dropped the blue version in October ‘17, the yellow version in April ‘18 and the Black version in Jan ‘19. In August 2019 CW launched the C65 Trident Diver 316L yellow, which signalled the last of the 316L line - for now at least.

One very nice feature of the C60 616L cases is that they all feature the nice polished bevel detail along the outer edges, which contrasts nicely against the rest of the brushed case. That feature was first seen on the 7750 ‘Beast’ Chronograph which was introduced in 2016.

The watch for sale in this listing is an August 2017 piece, so is one of the later ones and at the time of writing is just heading toward its fifth birthday.

Condition

This watch is in fantastic condition. On initial inspection I thought it was as new and struggled to find any marks, before finally spotting a tiny blemish on the outside edge of the bezel at approx 57-58 minutes - only visible in certain lights.

It’s fitted with a CW Hybrid rubber strap which looked a bit grubby on the inside when I saw the pics, so I’ve given that a clean since the photos were taken (note to self: clean watches before you photograph them next time!).

This is a ‘full set’ box and papers watch. Supplied with user manual (including Certificate of Authenticity), unused polishing cloth, covering letter and original purchase invoice showing £750 paid.

The watch is in perfect working order and the timegrapher indicates it’s keeping perfect time - who says you need a COSC certified model for maximum accuracy?!

Specifications

• Case size: 43mm

• Lug width: 22mm

• Height: 13.3mm

• Waterproof: 600m

• Movement: Sellita SW200-1

• Power reserve: 38h

User Manual

Christopher Ward has a PDF version of the user manual available here: https://www.christopherward.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-cw-library/default/dwdab69f2a/pdfs/Dive/c60-trident-316l.pdf

Final Notes

• The first three images are library photos. The others all show the actual watch and package.