Your camera work is exceptional. I think it’s some of the best on TH-cam. You do a great job of showing the watch under different lighting conditions and at different angles. I think if you started reviewing some more popular mainstream pieces you’ll build a strong following quickly. Keep up the great work.
My wife just bought me the new Dartmouth for Xmas the watch is gorgeous but it had a problem when winding it, so I contacted them and they told me to send the watch back to them for repair which I have , I own two other cw watches and there both fine no issues, the only problem I have with this brand is the time scale for repair, I live in the uk so you would think it wouldn’t be to long to do this but they have sent me a email saying it could take 8 to 12 weeks ! Now this watch should not of passed quality control because it was obvious there was a problem, because my wife had this watch inscribed and it was a gift it has sentimental value to me otherwise I would have asked for a refund , there still a great brand don’t get me wrong but they really should be faster with repairs and quality control
I bought and sold the watch. It checked all my boxes. Beautiful, great lume and swiss made. My issue ended up being with the movement. The watch would shake when wound. I contacted Chris. Ward and returned the watch for review. They sent it back and said it was within their normalcy. Others were having the same problem. I was on Facebook Christopher Ward Enthusiasts and observed some videos of others having the same problem. Some suggested returning the watch. I did and they did nothing other than say it was fine. Also, I loved the 5 year warrant. Note on that. You have to have it serviced by them within 2-3 years or the warranty is basically voided. Any repairs will be out of pocket if not serviced. I was saddened to sale it. I wanted to love the watch.
als 1 that's odd. Doesn't it use a standard Sellita movement? Or do you mean the watch shakes when rotor winds? Because that is perfectly normal. It's actually a nice reminder that you have a mechanical time piece on your wrist. One of the things that I miss about my previous watches compared to my Rolex which has a dead silent rotor.
I’m a huge fan of Christopher Ward. Amazing quality, beautiful looks at a fantastic price. I own 4 CW watches and 2 more coming in. The C65 GMT Pepsi is one of the nest looking divers at any price
hi ! thank you for your reviews they are always amazing! I am thinking of buying the CW Trident but I am tremendously undecided about the size... For my 6.5 inch wrist? don't you think it is better the 38mm? thanks again!
I’ve owned so many c ward c60s over the years however there is always certain things that mean they never stay in my collection. I think they get so much right . Present iteration is great however wears very bulky and chunky I think the way the end links flare out is a major contributor factor . The 40 mm wears a bit puck like and the connection between bracelet and head looks quite clumsy. I think that when you try and squeeze 600 mm wr into a 40mm case this is inevitable. I know the 600m wr is probably a selling point but it is an unnecessary gimmick . If this were changed to 300m you could really refine the case and have easily the best diver at a grand ..
@@WIAAWatchReviews THANK YOU FOR A REVIEW, WARD TRIDENT IS ALSO A VERY GOOD WATCH FOR A FAIR PRICE. I LIKE IT A LOT, BUT DON'T LOVE IT LIKE OTHER WATCHES.
I was surprised that I preferred the new c60 in 40mm to the oris divers- had low expectations but I'd honestly put it up there with the tudor BB in terms of finishing. Mine is more accurate than my omegas and GS springdrive and has the solid feel of my marinemaster sbdx017 but with a limed ceramic bezel. I like the quick release strap and adjustable clasp too, it just ticked every box and with their 0% interest offer I cohldnt think of a reason not to buy it. If you get the chance, give it a try (they offer free returns which is onky reason why I tried it)
I got confused. Why CW is slow with the customer service while 99% are happy clients, only 1% unhappy. For a £800 watch I can live with an ETA but not Sellitta. Accuracy is not interesting.
@@gyang333 even though you have not replied my main point on slower service. They must have many complains which makes them this slow. Well Sellitta is not that bad choice but regulate me the watch within 2-3+ seconds and then I am happy. Leave ETA my Seikos perform within 4-5+ seconds.
Such an underrated watch and undervalued diver, the C60 Trident Mk3 is truly something special, it's a shame so many will miss out on it for something so nitpicky as brand name placement. Another awesome review Josh!
Cheers Mark! It's true, the new branding and Mk3 Trident is a much more modern affair, so once one has embraced that fact it's a great watch that shouldn't be overlooked.
Excellent review, but dude, are you able to keep your arm still for the wrist shots? Man, you've given me a headache, watching your arm wobble around constantly.
Have u or anyone considered the steinhart ocean 2 premium white? I like that one as well. Exhibitation caseback to. Even if tru divers dont have exhibition casebacks i think its a nice touch and a great movement to.
@@kevinwagner9934 You are correct. That was a typo. It should have said 42mm. Thanks for pointing that out. The Trident 600 does come in 38, 40, and 42mm variants but white is only 42mm. Cheers.
I was surprised that I preferred the new c60 in 40mm to the oris/seiko divers at similar prices to twice as much- had low expectations but I'd honestly put it up there with the tudor BB in terms of finishing. Mine is more accurate than my omegas and GS springdrive and has the solid feel of my marinemaster sbdx017 but with a lumed ceramic bezel. I like the quick release strap and adjustable clasp too, it just ticked every box and with their '£100 off' and 0% interest offers I couldn't think of a reason not to buy it. I pay £46 per month which I don't miss and when it gets paid off in june I'll probably grab a blue GMT version to keep it company 😁
The case manufacturer is the same as Tag and Tudor IIRC. They're great watches without even considering how much cheaper they are than the competition.
Great review Sir, beautifully shot and informative and fun. You have a new subscriber 👍 - any chance you can review the Chris Ward C60 GMT 38mm (in blue)?
I think they produce quite possibly the best option at the price . Personally I still don’t think the proportions are quite right on either this or the 43mm . This is driven by the gimmick of 600 m water resistant.By default this makes its chunky . 300m would allow thinning down the case and I would work on the strange flare of the end link which looks quite cumbersome, makes the 40 mm look puck like and the 42mm wear very large . I really want to love these pieces and I’ve owned quite a few , so close to competing with my high end pieces but the proportions let it down . Nonetheless if you can live with the niggles then it’s a great watch
Prefer this to Oris especially at this price. Once you pay Oris prices CW give you a chronometer version and in titanium. Forgot to mention also 1000 metres with a display back
What is lug to lug measurement if you include that bracelet center link parts ? Some people says that bracelet is hard to adjust, what you think ? Thanks.
Can't comment on the length with the protruding end links but as far as adjusting the bracelet to fit I had no problem doing it myself using some cheap watch tools I bought on Amazon
Nice review. A beautiful versatile watch for a decent price. I'm considering picking one up despite my dislike for the logo and where they put it. Also the world record for the deepest dive in scuba gear is 332 meters. It took the diver 12 minutes to go down and 15 hours to come back up. So the 600 meter water resistance unnecessarily increases the watch's thickness. A 300 meter water resistance rating is already overkill and would slim down the watch.
CW as a brand in general punches well above its height weight freight lol . Well, I like what they do . My only complaint as far as the bracelet concerned is lack of screws to adjust the bracelet . From what I see they use push in inserts to secure the bracelet links but using screws definitely compliments the built quality of the watches of any kind Thank for this extensive video as well
Your camera work is exceptional. I think it’s some of the best on TH-cam. You do a great job of showing the watch under different lighting conditions and at different angles. I think if you started reviewing some more popular mainstream pieces you’ll build a strong following quickly. Keep up the great work.
Not sure there even a Micro brand anymore they have a fantastic selection of watches an now there own in - house movement.
Mark Phillips
A boutique brand
My wife just bought me the new Dartmouth for Xmas the watch is gorgeous but it had a problem when winding it, so I contacted them and they told me to send the watch back to them for repair which I have , I own two other cw watches and there both fine no issues, the only problem I have with this brand is the time scale for repair, I live in the uk so you would think it wouldn’t be to long to do this but they have sent me a email saying it could take 8 to 12 weeks ! Now this watch should not of passed quality control because it was obvious there was a problem, because my wife had this watch inscribed and it was a gift it has sentimental value to me otherwise I would have asked for a refund , there still a great brand don’t get me wrong but they really should be faster with repairs and quality control
I bought and sold the watch. It checked all my boxes. Beautiful, great lume and swiss made. My issue ended up being with the movement. The watch would shake when wound. I contacted Chris. Ward and returned the watch for review. They sent it back and said it was within their normalcy. Others were having the same problem. I was on Facebook Christopher Ward Enthusiasts and observed some videos of others having the same problem. Some suggested returning the watch. I did and they did nothing other than say it was fine. Also, I loved the 5 year warrant. Note on that. You have to have it serviced by them within 2-3 years or the warranty is basically voided. Any repairs will be out of pocket if not serviced. I was saddened to sale it. I wanted to love the watch.
als 1 that's odd. Doesn't it use a standard Sellita movement?
Or do you mean the watch shakes when rotor winds? Because that is perfectly normal. It's actually a nice reminder that you have a mechanical time piece on your wrist. One of the things that I miss about my previous watches compared to my Rolex which has a dead silent rotor.
3-4 years is the service interval. However you are correct the 5th year won't be covered without a service.
I’m a huge fan of Christopher Ward. Amazing quality, beautiful looks at a fantastic price. I own 4 CW watches and 2 more coming in. The C65 GMT Pepsi is one of the nest looking divers at any price
40mm is the best yo!
Good review 👍Given
Great overview of the watch. Now they have blue and black 40mm version too. Do you know where to get discount code ?
great review,might just pull the trigger on one of these in the new year
hi ! thank you for your reviews they are always amazing! I am thinking of buying the CW Trident but I am tremendously undecided about the size... For my 6.5 inch wrist? don't you think it is better the 38mm? thanks again!
40 or 42mm it's better?
For me, the 40mm is a perfect size - love it!
How can you wear the watch so far down your wrist?! Great review though!
That's how I wear my watches.
DodgyDan4 that’s exactly what I was thinking, it’s literally on the back of his hand 🤯
I’ve owned so many c ward c60s over the years however there is always certain things that mean they never stay in my collection. I think they get so much right . Present iteration is great however wears very bulky and chunky I think the way the end links flare out is a major contributor factor . The 40 mm wears a bit puck like and the connection between bracelet and head looks quite clumsy. I think that when you try and squeeze 600 mm wr into a 40mm case this is inevitable. I know the 600m wr is probably a selling point but it is an unnecessary gimmick . If this were changed to 300m you could really refine the case and have easily the best diver at a grand ..
Wearing your watch below the wrist bone looks so uncomfortable and weird. I have never seen people out in public wearing a watch this way.
Great video, I've read that Christopher Ward's customer service is excellent.
The best diver under $1000? FOR ME IT IS PHOIBOS GREAT WALL. OVER $1000 IT IS ORIS AQUIS AND OVER $2500 IT IS TUDOR BLACK BAY. CHEERS.
Thanks for your recommendations!
@@WIAAWatchReviews THANK YOU FOR A REVIEW, WARD TRIDENT IS ALSO A VERY GOOD WATCH FOR A FAIR PRICE. I LIKE IT A LOT, BUT DON'T LOVE IT LIKE OTHER WATCHES.
I was surprised that I preferred the new c60 in 40mm to the oris divers- had low expectations but I'd honestly put it up there with the tudor BB in terms of finishing. Mine is more accurate than my omegas and GS springdrive and has the solid feel of my marinemaster sbdx017 but with a limed ceramic bezel. I like the quick release strap and adjustable clasp too, it just ticked every box and with their 0% interest offer I cohldnt think of a reason not to buy it. If you get the chance, give it a try (they offer free returns which is onky reason why I tried it)
This leaves the Phoibos for dead, in terms of finishing, better movement, clasp etc. etc.
I got confused. Why CW is slow with the customer service while 99% are happy clients, only 1% unhappy. For a £800 watch I can live with an ETA but not Sellitta. Accuracy is not interesting.
Imran Chowdhury wow. I wonder what you think about watches that cost 5-6x the CW that have Sellita movements in them.
@@gyang333 even though you have not replied my main point on slower service. They must have many complains which makes them this slow. Well Sellitta is not that bad choice but regulate me the watch within 2-3+ seconds and then I am happy. Leave ETA my Seikos perform within 4-5+ seconds.
Mine runs at +0.8spd (better than my omegas and my Grand seiko springdive) and their customer service has been fantastic.
@@FatSamEIE o then that is great to have such good factory regulated standard. I heard it runs +8 seconds. Sorry for the confusion.
This Gentlemen must have no clue about Sellita is on the minimum so good like ETA. And everyone can self regulating it.
meh
Such an underrated watch and undervalued diver, the C60 Trident Mk3 is truly something special, it's a shame so many will miss out on it for something so nitpicky as brand name placement. Another awesome review Josh!
Cheers Mark! It's true, the new branding and Mk3 Trident is a much more modern affair, so once one has embraced that fact it's a great watch that shouldn't be overlooked.
Beautiful watch! I have an older version and it's my favourite in my collection, highly underrated.
Excellent review, but dude, are you able to keep your arm still for the wrist shots? Man, you've given me a headache, watching your arm wobble around constantly.
Sorry mate 😖
@@WIAAWatchReviews all good. The watch is so darn good, it overrides everything else :)
Great review! It matches my observation of end-links and bezel fit.
Have u or anyone considered the steinhart ocean 2 premium white? I like that one as well. Exhibitation caseback to. Even if tru divers dont have exhibition casebacks i think its a nice touch and a great movement to.
I own this watch in 43mm with the white dial. One of my favorites. Great watch for the price.
White dial mk3 only comes in 42mm.
@@kevinwagner9934 You are correct. That was a typo. It should have said 42mm. Thanks for pointing that out. The Trident 600 does come in 38, 40, and 42mm variants but white is only 42mm. Cheers.
They should lose Christopher ward and just have CW at 12 o'clock with a nice logo
I agree and they should of put the date at 6 o clock.
I was surprised that I preferred the new c60 in 40mm to the oris/seiko divers at similar prices to twice as much- had low expectations but I'd honestly put it up there with the tudor BB in terms of finishing. Mine is more accurate than my omegas and GS springdrive and has the solid feel of my marinemaster sbdx017 but with a lumed ceramic bezel. I like the quick release strap and adjustable clasp too, it just ticked every box and with their '£100 off' and 0% interest offers I couldn't think of a reason not to buy it. I pay £46 per month which I don't miss and when it gets paid off in june I'll probably grab a blue GMT version to keep it company 😁
The case manufacturer is the same as Tag and Tudor IIRC. They're great watches without even considering how much cheaper they are than the competition.
I am waiting impatiently for my blue one to arrive ! ! Quality review, thanks.
Great review Sir, beautifully shot and informative and fun. You have a new subscriber 👍 - any chance you can review the Chris Ward C60 GMT 38mm (in blue)?
Thank you very much! I'll see what I can do 😁
My repair time was quoted for 8-10 weeks. I hope it comes back sooner!
I think they produce quite possibly the best option at the price . Personally I still don’t think the proportions are quite right on either this or the 43mm . This is driven by the gimmick of 600 m water resistant.By default this makes its chunky . 300m would allow thinning down the case and I would work on the strange flare of the end link which looks quite cumbersome, makes the 40 mm look puck like and the 42mm wear very large . I really want to love these pieces and I’ve owned quite a few , so close to competing with my high end pieces but the proportions let it down . Nonetheless if you can live with the niggles then it’s a great watch
Prefer this to Oris especially at this price. Once you pay Oris prices CW give you a chronometer version and in titanium.
Forgot to mention also 1000 metres with a display back
how do you know if the 40 or 42 will look better on your particular wrist?
do you possibly get both of them and then return the one you like less?
What is lug to lug measurement if you include that bracelet center link parts ? Some people says that bracelet is hard to adjust, what you think ? Thanks.
Can't comment on the length with the protruding end links but as far as adjusting the bracelet to fit I had no problem doing it myself using some cheap watch tools I bought on Amazon
@@BB-gl7zt Ok. Thanks.
Nice review. A beautiful versatile watch for a decent price. I'm considering picking one up despite my dislike for the logo and where they put it. Also the world record for the deepest dive in scuba gear is 332 meters. It took the diver 12 minutes to go down and 15 hours to come back up. So the 600 meter water resistance unnecessarily increases the watch's thickness. A 300 meter water resistance rating is already overkill and would slim down the watch.
CW as a brand in general punches well above its height weight freight lol . Well, I like what they do . My only complaint as far as the bracelet concerned is lack of screws to adjust the bracelet . From what I see they use push in inserts to secure the bracelet links but using screws definitely compliments the built quality of the watches of any kind
Thank for this extensive video as well
Gloss is the new fad. There's nothing more disappointing that seeing a "hazy" dial. I think it goes well with the bevels and contours around the case.
Can't they just call it "Ward?" It's not called "Léon Breitling," after all
Queer logo.