2020 Christopher Ward C5 Malvern 595 Manual 39mm

Here we have a classic 2020 Christopher Ward C5 Malvern 595 White Dial, which still remains one of the thinnest watches they’ve produced, with a 39mm polished stainless steel case that sits comfortably on your wrist thanks to the finely tapered lugs, lug-to-lug length of 45.5mm and a case thickness of a just 5.5mm. On the right side is a coin-edged signed crown. The smooth, polished bezel features a double-domed sapphire crystal, AR-coated above a crisp, domed Opaline white dial. Slim stick indexes mark the hours and seamlessly complement the thin, tapered hands in the centre; at 9 o’clock, the Christopher Ward motif completes this sophisticated, minimalist dress watch. On the reverse, an exhibition case back showcases the elegant, manually wound ETA Cal. 7001, featuring 17 jewels and beating at 21,600 beats per hour. This workhorse, ultra-slim 2.5mm movement has been in production since 1971. It comes paired with its 20mm Christopher Ward leather strap and signed pin buckle; it also comes with its Christopher Ward presentation box, swing tag and paperwork.

This watch is sold with its original Christopher Ward presentation box, swing tag and paperwork. It comes paired with its original 20mm Christopher Ward leather strap and signed pin buckle. The watch is from July 2020 and is sold in worn condition, but overall, it is in fair condition, as you can see from the photographs. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This Christopher Ward C5 Malvern 595 is one of the thinnest watches the brand has ever made, coming in at an impressive 5.5mm. Powered by the manually wound ETA Cal. 7001. This model reminds me of a time when I felt Christopher Ward was trying to figure out where their place is in the watch world, was it going to be elegant dress watches, crazy colourful and quirky watches, sports watches and so on. It is clear today that they have made their own place in the watch world and create incredible watches for all collectors. I would snap this up today whilst you can!

Reference : C05-39H3H3-S00W0
Movement : Manually Wound ETA 7001
Age : July 2020
Year : 2020
Case Size : 39mm
Case Thickness : 5.5mm
Lug to Lug : 45.5mm
Lugs : 20mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

In 2005, Mike France, Peter Ellis, and Christopher Ward embarked on a pioneering venture by founding the world’s first online-only watch brand. Their journey began in an unassuming setting—a converted chicken shed located on a picturesque farm in Berkshire, England. With a vision to revolutionise the watch industry, the trio launched two initial models: the C5 Malvern Automatic and the C3 Malvern Chronograph. Shortly after the brand's debut, a significant turning point came when Dave Malone, a lecturer from Tasmania with a passion for horology, spotted an advertisement featuring their watch powered by an ETA 2824–2 automatic movement. Intrigued by the product, Malone decided to purchase one with the intention of writing a critical review for Timezone.com, one of the world’s largest online watch forums. However, contrary to his original plan, Malone's review turned out to be incredibly favourable, declaring the watch to be the “best value mechanical watch in the world.” This affirmation was a game-changer for Christopher Ward, leading to a substantial surge in sales and solidifying the brand's reputation within the watch community. Recognising the potential for growth and the need for innovation, Christopher Ward sought to enhance their offerings. In 2008, after garnering significant acclaim from industry experts and collectors alike, the company began collaborating with Synergies Horlogères, a Swiss watchmaking firm based in Biel, Switzerland. Owned by Jörg Bader, Synergies Horlogères shared Christopher Ward’s vision for creating intricately designed movements and exceptional timepieces. The collaboration marked the beginning of a rigorous period of research, design, and development. After years of hard work, the fruits of their labor were revealed in 2014 with the introduction of their groundbreaking in-house movement, Calibre SH21. This remarkable achievement was not only notable for being a high-quality mechanical movement but also for being the first innovative and financially viable movement developed by a British watch brand in over half a century. The announcement sent ripples through the watch industry, further establishing Christopher Ward as a formidable player dedicated to redefining the standards of luxury and craftsmanship in horology.