Christopher Ward C65 Trident GMT User guide

C65 Trident GMT
Owner’s handbook

1
Your Christopher Ward watch has been designed and
engineered by highly talented craftspeople to ensure
not only accurate and precise timekeeping, but also
to bring a real pride of ownership that only luxury
items of the highest quality can ever hope to deliver.
You have made an investment, a good one,
and the aim of this handbook is to help you
make the most of that investment during what
I hope will be a lifetime of ownership.
Christopher Ward
Time on your side...
Introduction
Contents
C65 Trident GMT 2–3
Technical information 4–5
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT 6–14
Our watch care programme 15
Keeping in touch 16

2
C65 Trident GMT
C65 Trident GMT
In the C65 Trident GMT, a watch that
can allow its wearer to track the time in
three separate time zones, the ‘60s dive
watch aesthetic rst unveiled in our
C65 Trident Diver has gone global.
Initially introduced in the 1950s and ‘60s, the rst
GMT watches were created at the request of Pan
Am pilots seeking the ability to track multiple time
zones throughout their transatlantic ights. Watches
like Rolex’s GMT Master proved a particularly elegant
solution to the newfound problem posed by long haul
journeys; the C65 Trident GMT channels the same
excitement and possibility of the Golden Age of air
travel, a time when air hostesses were the height of
glamour – and there was considerably more legroom!
One of the GMT’s strengths lies in how it blends
functionality and design to evoke its ‘60s theming
with such charming nesse. For the blue and black dial
options, a 24 hour brushed stainless steel bezel insert
has been engraved and then lled with lacquer.
The alternative is a red and blue dual-toned anodised
aluminium bezel insert – a design touch to enhance
the matte black dial. The other stand-out addition
is the C65’s GMT hand, present in a bright hue that
in turn complements its SuperLumiNova®-lled
baton indexes.
Add the precision and robust nature of the Swiss-
made ETA 2893-2 (Sellita SW330 for the red/blue
bezel and blue dial options) inside – movements whose
42-hour power reserve will comfortably outlast even
the longest of ights – and the combinative eect
conrms the C65 Trident GMT as a rugged traveller’s
watch ready for its next globe-trotting adventure.

3

4
C65 Trident GMT
Features
–Swiss made
–21 (ETA 2893-2)or 25 (Sellita SW330) jewel self-
winding elaboré-grade mechanical movement
–42 hour power reserve
–Dual-time GMT function
–Date calendar
–Central hacking seconds
–Anti-shock system
–Twin flags debossed at 12 o’clock
–Brushed and polished marine-grade stainless
steel case
–Push-in crown stamped with twin flag motif
–Unidirectional stainless steel 24hr bezel insert
(blue and black dial versions)
–Anodised aluminium colour insert (red/blue
bezel version)
Technical information –“Glass box” sapphire crystal
–Matte finish dial
–SuperLumiNova®indexes and hands
–Signature Trident counter-balance on seconds hand
–High Definition “Trident” motif screw-down
backplate
–Unique engraved serial number
Technical
Diameter: 41mm
Height: 12.05mm
Weight: 71g
Calibre: ETA 2893-2/Sellita SW330
Case: 316L stainless steel
Water Resistance: 15 ATM (150 metres)
Vibrations: 28,800 per hour (4 Hz)
Timing tolerance: ±20 seconds per day
Lug to lug: 47.1mm
Strap: 22mm

55

6
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT
Setting the time/date
12 3
1. Manual winding
2. Date/GMT setting
3. Time setting

7
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT
The crown should sit ush to the case (position 1 )
in order to maintain water resistance.
• To re-power the watch after a period of non-use,
simply wind the crown in a clockwise direction.
Your C65 Trident GMT has a maximum power
reserve of 42 hours when fully wound.
• Pull gently into position
2 . For rapid date
correction, turn in an anti-clockwise direction.
To set the GMT hand, turn the crown clockwise
and rotate the hand until you have reached the
desired time indication. The GMT hand moves in
one-hour increments.
• To set the time pull out the crown gently into
position
3 . This position is used for handsetting
and stopping of the second hand. Turn the crown
until you reach the correct time e.g. 10.08 hr.
For precise time setting it is recommended you
pass beyond the desired minute and to set the
hand backwards.
7
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.

8
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT
Using the GMT hand for travel
Set the time in your new destination by pulling the
crown into position
3 and move the hour/minute
hands until they indicate the desired time.
Push crown into position
2 and wind, clockwise,
the GMT hand around the 24-hour scale on the
bezel until you have the right time at home.
E.g. If you’re travelling from London at 12:10 to
New York, you would turn the hour/minute hands
to 7:10 (NY time is ve hours behind London) and
wind the GMT hand around to the 12:10 position.
Once set, it means that, for example, you can gauge
the time to ring your friends and family without
waking them in the middle of the night.
Note: The table opposite can be used to determine
the appropriate time zone when setting the hour/
minute hands.
24h04h 01h05h 02h06h 03h07h
-12 -8-11 -7-10 -6-9 -5

99
08h09h10h14h18h 12h16h20h23h 11h15h19h22h 13h17h21h24h
-4 -3 -2 +2 +60+4 +8 +11-1 +3 +7 +10+1 +5 +9 +12
International dateline

10
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT
The bezel
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 10.08am.
However the bezel marker is at the 12.00 hr position.
– Move the bezel marker anti-clockwise so
that it aligns with the 8 minute position.
– You can now read that the 55 minute no
decompression limit will occur at 3 minutes
past the next hour.
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.
Bezel marker
No decompression limit
Start of dive

11
Bezel marker
11

12
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 leathers for our straps. Similarly, we
only use the nest metals in the construction
of our bracelets, all of which are precision
engineered for durability, eciency and comfort.
The following guidelines explain how easy
it is to use and adjust your Christopher Ward
strap or bracelet.
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT
Using the quick-release pins on
your strap
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.

13
1. Press buttons to release.
2. Pull open the clasp.
3. There are five micro adjustment positions,
which allows for a maximum extension of
8.4mm. To extend, pull the lever to unlock
and simultaneously pull on the bracelet
into the desired position.
4. To shorten, simply push the bracelet
back into the clasp.
Integrated bracelet with micro adjustment
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT

14
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.
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.
How to operate your C65 Trident GMT

15
Our watch care programme
Our watch care programme
Visit our website for more details about
our 60|60 Guarantee and Service and
Repair Programme.
Your watch is constructed from the finest
components and materials available including one
of Switzerland’s finest 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|60 Guarantee
1. 60 day free returns
Our success depends on you being completely happy with your new
Christopher Ward watch. You have up to 60 days to return your watch,
absolutely free of charge, and receive a replacement or full refund by
return – so long as it has not been worn and is returned in perfect condition.
2. 60 month movement guarantee
Your watch, at its heart, has a top quality precision engineered Swiss movement –
so it’s very unlikely to give you problems with the minimum amount of
care and attention, including a regular service. We recommend you return
your watch to us every 3/4 years for a service, so our expert technicians can
keep your ne timepiece in peak condition.
Servicing and repairs, the Christopher Ward way…
Our innovative approach to servicing and repairing your Christopher Ward
watch means that having your watch serviced or repaired doesn’t mean
many months of waiting followed by an exorbitant bill – which is more or
less the experience guaranteed by every other luxury watch brand. We have
developed an easy, quick and aordable expert service and repairs programme
that doesn’t cost the earth and has your watch back where it belongs –
on your wrist – in double-quick time.

16
From small beginnings just a few short years ago
(our rst workshop was actually a refurbished
chicken shed!), Christopher Ward has won a worldwide
following for his eponymous watch brand and can
justiably claim to manufacture the most aordable
luxury watches in the world.
For many, the philosophy behind the brand, of trying
to put luxury watches within the reach of everyone,
is as attractive as the watches themselves, as
is the very open approach of the business which
means that Chris and the team spend a lot of time
communicating personally with our customers –
many of whom have become friends.
As the owner of a Christopher Ward watch,
if ever you need to get hold of us we are at
your service. We have listed some useful
contact details on the back cover.
There is also always something new going on at
our website at www.christopherward.co.uk
and, if you haven’t already discovered the
independent forum dedicated to our brand at
www.christopherwardforum.com we would
recommend a visit. Informative and fun,
it’s a great place to hear the unexpurgated
view of Christopher Ward.
Keeping in touch
Keeping in touch with Christopher Ward

Head Office
1 Park Street, Maidenhead,
Berkshire SL6 1SL
United Kingdom
Customer Services
UK: [phone]
USA: 1.877.226.8224
[email protected]
[email protected]
christopherward.co.uk