Christopher Ward C60 Trident Elite 1000 User guide

C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
Owner’s Handbook

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Time on your side
Your Christopher Ward watch has been designed in Britain
and engineered in Switzerland by highly talented craftspeople.
This ensures not only accurate and precise timekeeping, but also
brings a real pride of ownership that only watches of the highest
quality standards can hope to deliver.
You have made an investment, a good one, and the aim of this
manual is to help you make the most of that investment in what
we hope will be a lifetime of ownership.
Chris, Mike and Peter
(Co-founders)
Time on your side

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The C60 Trident Collection
Welcome to the evolution
If there’s a watch that epitomises the progress of Christopher Ward,
look no further than the C60 Trident. Modestly introduced in 2009,
the original C60 Trident Automatic was a dive watch indebted to
the look and feel of the Rolex Submariner, whilst incorporating an
aluminium bezel and 300m water resistance.
Yet the largest waves can start with the smallest ripples; a trickle of
orders soon became a tide. The launch of a Mk 2 edition in 2015 saw
a new premium Pro 600 model swap circular indexes for rectangular
ones, double its water resistance and introduce a ceramic bezel into the
equation. Since then, the Trident Collection has grown exponentially
– think dierent case materials, movements and colours – cementing
itself as a cornerstone of the brand.
But it’s more than just a bestseller: each update has become symbolic
of the advancements made by the brand as it reaches adolescence.
So when the collective minds between CW’s Maidenhead and Biel
HQs began to turn to the thought of a Mk 3 update, it’s not an
understatement to say that there was quite a pressure to make this
Trident series the best one yet.

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If the transition from Mk 1 from Mk 2 was a full-on revolution in both
technicality and design, Trident Mk 3 takes the best elements from
its predecessor and renes them further. This is an evolution rather
than a revolution; and it stems from both a greater knowledge
gained over the ve years since the Mk 2 rst surfaced, as well as
the comments of our customers.
From higher quality materials – Trident Mk 3 answers the call to
upgrade the lume found across our dive range – and ner levels
of detail through to nessed design, they all culminate here.
With Trident Mk 3, it’s the commitment to the smallest details
that ultimately make the biggest impact.

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C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
It’s tting that with its launch on the 10th anniversary of Trident, the
C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition has just set a new benchmark
for our bestselling dive series.
Water-resistant to 1000m – the rst time a Trident of any kind has
been engineered to withstand such a depth – the addition of a
helium release valve conrms that the Elite 1000 is very much an
accomplished diving tool; and having incorporated a number of
upgrades introduced in Trident 3, it remains supremely functional in
everyday use too.
A fully lumed ceramic bezel is a useful addition, while one of the
main comments about previous Tridents has been addressed with the
introduction of Grade X1 GL C1 Super-LumiNova®, the best possible
lume available on the market today, used throughout. The hands
and indexes featured in the Elite 1000 have also been upgraded, with
multi-faceted edges and a blend of polished and brushed surfaces
ensuring excellent readability against the Elite’s shiny-nish dial.
It’s this continued commitment to the smallest details that make
the Elite 1000 such a rewarding whole. Whether it’s the tip of the
seconds hand colour-matching its bezel’s inverted triangle, or tactile
upgrades such as the internal threading when operating the crown
or the satisfying action of the bezel, this 300-piece limited edition
chronometer is a resounding way to signify the progress made in
the rst decade of Trident.

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How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
Crown
Date Window
Minute Hand
Helium Release
Valve (HRV)
Hour Hand
Seconds Hand Bezel
Your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition has a maximum power
reserve of 38 hours when fully wound. To re-power the watch after
a period of non-use, simply wind the crown for approximately 20
revolutions. Normal wearing will very quickly allow the rotor to start
re-powering the watch over time after putting it on your wrist.
Display and control buttons

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Features
• Limited edition of 300 pieces
• Swiss made
• Self-winding mechanical chronometer
• 38-hour power reserve
• Date calendar
• Anti-shock system
• Titanium Grade 2 case
• Automatic helium release valve
• Embossed screw-in crown
• Unidirectional, polished ceramic bezel lled
with Super-LumiNova®
• Anti-reective sapphire crystal
• Blue polished dial
• Diamond polished and Super-LumiNova®
lled indexes and hands
• Signature Trident counter-balance
• Screw-down deep-stamped 3D backplate
• Unique engraved serial number
• Luxury presentation case and owner’s
handbook
• Hybrid rubber strap with quick release
mechanism

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Technical Information
Calibre Sellita SW200 (COSC)
Case Titanium Grade 2
Diameter 42mm
Weight 75g
Water resistance 100 ATM (1000 metres)
Vibrations 28,800 per hour
Timing tolerance -4/+6 seconds per day
Dial Colour Blue
Lume Super-LumiNova®Grade X1 GL C1

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How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
For a superior water resistance your crown is of the screw-in type.
The crown should sit ush to the case (position 1) in order to
maintain water resistance.
• First unscrew the crown anti-clockwise from the case to position
2for winding in power. Wind in a clockwise direction to re-power
the watch. Your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition has
a maximum power reserve of 38 hours when fully wound.
Normal wearing will allow the rotor to start re-powering the
watch overtime after putting on your wrist.
• Pull gently into position 3. For rapid date correction, turn in a
clockwise direction.
• Pull gently into position 4. This position is used for handsetting
and stopping of the second hand. For precise time setting it is
recommended to pass beyond the desired minute and to set
the hand backwards.
Setting the time and date

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1234
Unscrew and then pull
PLEASE NOTE:
Date correction should not be carried out between 20.00 hr and
02.00 hr as the watch gearing will already be aligning itself to
change the date. The crown should always be pushed in after
adjustment, and it is best to do so from position 3 to avoid
advancing beyond the desired date. You must always ensure the
crown is fully tightened before any use in water.
1. Crown screw-in position
2. Manual winding
3.Date/GMT setting
4.Time setting

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How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
If using the bezel for a dive and let’s say the recognised maximum
“no-stop time” is 55 minutes, then in this example (shown right)
the time at the surface immediately before the dive is 10.10am.
However the bezel marker is at the 12.00 hr position.
• Move the bezel marker anti-clockwise so that it aligns with the
10 minute position.
• You can now read that the 55 minute no decompression limit
will occur at 5 minutes past the next hour.
Diving with your watch
PLEASE NOTE:
It is always useful and best practice to make a note on a dive slate
before entering the water and to carry a set of dive tables should the
dive plan change during the course of a dive. A safety stop for 3 to 5
minutes at 15ft is recommended at the end of all dives. A safety stop
for 3 minutes at 15ft is required any time you come within 3 pressure
groups of a no decompression limit, and for any dive to a depth of
100ft or deeper.

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Bezel marker No decompression limit
Start of dive

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How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
A helium release valve, or helium escape valve, provides functionality
for professional divers operating at great depths for prolonged
periods of time or under saturation.
When commercial divers operate at great depths, they often spend
prolonged hours in diving bells under pressure breathing a gas mix
like trimix or similar, that contains the gas helium. Since helium
molecules are the second smallest found in nature, the gas is able
to work its way inside the watch, around any O-rings or other seals
the watch may feature.
This is not a problem as long as the divers stay under pressure,
but when the decompression stops during resurfacing aren’t long
enough, a pressure dierence builds up between the trapped
helium inside the watch and the outside environment.
The automatic helium release valve located on the side of the Elite
1000’s case is activated when the dierential between the inner
and the outside pressure reaches a critical level. This means that
during an ascent, any helium trapped inside is automatically
released, with its one-way system ensuring any water is not allowed
to ingress.
The helium release valve

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Straps and bracelets
As you would expect, we place as much emphasis on the quality
of our straps and bracelets as we do our watches. We only use the
nest materials in our straps, with quick-release pins also included
for your convenience.
The following guidelines explain how easy it is to use, adjust and
replace your Christopher Ward strap.
How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition
1. Locate the quick-release pin
on your strap. Pull the pin
to the side to detach your
strap.
2. To reattach your strap, align
the pins to the lug holes and
click the strap into position.
Repeat for the other side.
Using the quick-release pins on your strap

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Water resistance
Although your watch has been through vigorous static pressure
testing, it is worth remembering that there are many variables
that can aect the water resistance of your watch. For instance,
arm movements during swimming and the sudden impact of diving
and water sports will drastically increase the pressure the watch
is under.
Wearing your watch in the bath, shower, or sauna can also have an
eect as a rapid increase in temperature can cause seals to expand
and in extreme cases, malfunction or create condensation.
For these reasons, the water resistance rating of your watch
(as shown) should only ever be considered a guideline and we
strongly recommend they are always adhered to.
How to operate your C60 Trident Elite 1000 Limited Edition

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1 ATM (10 metres)
Safe to wear your watch while
washing your hands with tap water
3 ATM (30 metres)
Washing your car and/or general
hose pipe usage
5 ATM (50 metres)
Water resistant to most household
shower units
15 ATM (150 metres)
Safe to use while snorkelling in
open water
30 ATM (300 metres)
Ideal for experienced divers and
those practising scuba-diving
60 ATM (600 metres)
Professional divers, experiencing
prolonged exposure underwater
100 ATM (1000 metres)
Professional deep sea diving

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Our watch care programme
Your watch is constructed from the nest components and
materials available including one of Switzerland’s nest mechanical
movements. As with all watches of this quality, with the right care
and attention, your new Christopher Ward watch has the potential
to become an heirloom piece giving further joy to future generations.
It’s for this reason we have created our industry leading approach
to after-sales care, starting with our famous 60|60 Guarantee
which remains the most comprehensive guarantee in the world
of watchmaking.
60 Day Free Returns
Our success depends on you being completely happy with your new
Christopher Ward watch. You have up to 60 days from despatch to
return your watch, with free shipping, and receive a replacement or
full refund, for which the watch must be in perfect, unworn condition
and accompanied by all its original packaging and paperwork.
60 Month Movement Guarantee
Your watch has a top-quality precision engineered Swiss movement
– but if it develops a movement fault within 5 years, and has been
serviced by us at the recommended interval (within a maximum
of 4 years from date of despatch), we will repair it for free
under warranty. Not all mechanical problems or quartz battery
60|60 Guarantee

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replacements are considered movement faults and your watch
will need to be sent to us for diagnosis and service history checks,
before processing a repair under warranty.
Servicing and Repairs – the Christopher Ward way…
Our innovative approach to service and repair means that having
your watch attended to doesn’t mean months of waiting followed
by an exorbitant bill. We have developed a quick, easy and
aordable expert service and repairs process that doesn’t cost the
earth and has the watch back where it belongs – on your wrist –
in reasonable time.
We recommend you service your watch at intervals of 3-4
years to keep it in peak condition and to maintain your 60 month
guarantee. If your watch develops an issue within 60 months of
despatch, we will rst check its service history before progressing a
repair. If you have not had your watch serviced at the recommended
interval, we will not cover the cost of the repair under warranty,
and will recommend a maintenance service in addition to any repair
work due.
christopherward.co.uk/cservices/60-60-guarantee