Christopher Ward Watches...

[M56]

Any opinions?

I've been an admirer for some time, and whilst they don't get the kudos I just wonder if it is an afficiand/snooty thing else do they simply not cut the mustard?

Will we one day elevate them one day... or do they just try too hard?

I do like the C9 Chrono... I just wonder if I will live to regret a purchase?

My regular watches are from the Breitling/Rolex/Omega stable.

[Laser Sag]

Can only comment on the 2 I have, C2LE and C7, both are lovely watches and IMO are good quality. The service from CW has been very good and I think it is unfortunate that exchange rates etc seem to have driven prices up. I will probably purchase another one but am waiting for them to produce another watch with a burnt orange face before I am parted from more of my hard earned.

[Phoenix]

I have a C7 Rapide, I liked some of the design details, but never fell in love with it. I found the deployment clasp too uncomfortable.

Don't forget that they come with a 60 day returns policy.

[Phil.]

If you are considering CW suggest you also consider:

http://www.steinhartwatches.de/

http://www.stowa.de/nocache/start,w132104760615101...

http://www.archimede-uhren.de/EN/Collection.htm

[Mattt]

The quality is good, but at their current (higher) prices I'd rather go elsewhere (as said above).

[M56]

I'm kind of thinking that I'm getting carried away with the English style Swiss made appeal, and as you say at the prices there are other watches also available. What I don't want to do is buy on a whim and then find it sat in the drawer for eternity.

I'm getting the impression that it is not a Bremont in the making as they are far too busy.

[M56]

Phil,

Thanks for the links... liking the Stowa collection.

[Mattt]

They're certainly not bad, and I wear mine regularly.

When I bought them, they were a bargain for the price, now less so.

[nitsypee]

It may be worth waiting for their sales - xmas/new year.