Christopher Ward C8 PILOT User guide

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C8 PILOT COLLECTION
O W N E R ’ S H A N D B O O K

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...

Your C8 Pilot watch is constructed from the finest components and materials available including one of
Switzerland’s finest automatic 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
which we term the CW360 Watch care Programme. It’s designed to deliver you complete peace of mind
and the best support possible throughout the lifetime of your ownership and has three key elements, namely:
1. 60 DAY FREE RETURNS
Our success depends on you being completely happy with your new Christopher Ward watch. If for any reason you aren’t, you have up to 60
Days to return your watch, absolutely free of charge, and receive a replacement or full refund by return - and without any quibbles from us!
2. FREE 5 YEAR 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 fine timepiece in the peak of condition.
3. SERVICING & 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 months of waiting followed by an exorbitant bill - which is pretty much the experience guaranteed by every other luxury watch brand.
We have developed an easy, quick and affordable 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.
Visit our website for more details about the CW360 Watch Care Programme.
THE CW360 WATCH CARE PROGRAMME

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And here’s a few tips to help keep your watch working perfectly…
• Neverchangethedatebetweenthehoursof8pmand2am–it’salittlelikechanginggearsinacarwithout
 usingtheclutch-Neveragoodidea.
• Thoroughlyrinseyourwatchinfreshwaterafterimmersioninsaltwater.
• Alwaysensurethecrownisfullytightenedbeforeuseinanywater.
• Alwaysadheretothewaterresistanceratingofyourwatchwhichyouwillfindlaterinthishandbook.
• Neverfullywindyourwatchifitstops;5-10revolutionsshouldsufficetohaveitrestart.
• Wearyourwatcheverydayifpossibleasthiswillenableittokeepbettertimeaswellaspreventingthe
lubricants in the movement from solidifying.
• Considerbuyingoneofourautomaticwatchwinders,whichreplicatesthewearingofyourwatch,ifyou
can’t wear your watch every day and/or own more than one watch.
• AlthoughyourwatchisfittedwiththefinestIncabloc™anti-shock system it is best to avoid hard surfaces or
sharp knocks. You may not want to wear your watch playing racquet sports, for instance.

THE C8 PILOT AUTOMATIC
*25or26jewelSwissmechanicalmovement
Self winding (automatic)
Date indicator
Convex sapphire crystal with
anti-reflective coating
Waterresistantto5atm
38 hours maximum power reserve
Soft iron anti-magnetic inner casing
Exhibition balance wheel window
Engraved Spitfire blueprint on case back
Technical DaTaFeaTUReS
44mm
9.7mm
316L Stainless steel
*ETA2824-2orSellitaSW200-1
28,800perhour(4Hz)
+20/-10secondspermonth
22mm
Diameter:
Height:
Case:
Calibre:
Vibrations:
Accuracy:
Strap:

DiSplay elemenTS
MinuteHand
Hourhand
Second hand
Date Window
conTRol bUTTonS
Crown
DESCRIPTION OF THE DISPLAY AND CONTROL BUTTONS
TheC8PilotAutomaticmodelhasamaximumpowerreserveof38hourswhenfullywound.Tore-powerthe
watchafteraperiodofnon-use,simplyunscrewthecrownandwindin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.
C8 Pilot MKI illustrated

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SETTING THE TIME/DATE
Position is for winding in power. Wind in a
clockwise direction to re-power the watch.
Pull gently into position . For rapid date
correction, turn in a clockwise direction.
 Pullgentlyintoposition.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.
Please note: Date correction should not be carried out
between20.00hrsand02.00hrs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.
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C8 Pilot MKI illustrated

Although your watch has been through vigorous static
pressure testing, it is worth remembering that there are
many variables that can affect the water resistance of
your watch.
For instance, arm movements during swimming and the
sudden impact of diving and watersports will drastically
increase the pressure the watch is under. Wearing your
watch in the bath, shower, or sauna can also have an
effect 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
hosepipe usage.
5 aTm (50 METRES)
Water resistant to most household
shower units.
10 aTm (100 METRES)
Safe to use while snorkelling in open
water.
30 aTm (300 METRES)
Ideal for experienced divers and those
practising scuba-diving.
50 aTm (500 METRES)
Professional divers, experiencing
prolonged exposure underwater.
100 aTm (1000 METRES)
Professional deep sea diving.
WATER RESISTANCE

STRAPS & 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 finest leathers for our straps and our premium alligator straps are all ethically
sourcedfromCITESapprovedfarmsinLouisiana.Similarly,weonlyusethefinestmetalsintheconstruction
of our bracelets, all of which are precision engineered for durability, efficiency and comfort.
ThefollowingguidelinesexplainhoweasyitistouseandadjustyourChristopherWardstraporbracelet:
LEATHER STRAP WITH EASY RELEASE BUTTERFLY CLASP
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Thebutterflyclasp
Locate quick-release
Press the quick-release
Pull open the clasp
Threadstrapthrough
Secure the strap
Close the clasp
Complete
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QUICK-RELEASE PINS (WHERE APPLICABLE)
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Locate the release
Drag button back
Detach strap
Align holes to click a
new strap in position
BRACELET WITH MICRO-ADJUSTMENT
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Press to release
Expand adjustment
Adjust pin position
Close the clasp
Micro Adjust
DIVER’S EXTENSION (WHERE APPLICABLE)
Press Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Press to release
Expand adjustment
Adjust pin position
Close the clasp
Diver's
Extension
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From small beginnings just a few short years ago (our first workshop was actually a refurbished chicken shed!),
Christopher Ward has won a worldwide following for his eponymous watch brand and can justifiably claim
to manufacture the most affordable 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 of London!
KEEPING IN TOUCH WITH CHRISTOPHER WARD...

HEAD OfficE
Christopher Ward (London) Limited, 1 Park Street, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 1SL United Kingdom
[phone]
cuStOmER SERvicES
[phone] (United Kingdom) or 1.877.226.8224 (United States of America)
[email protected]
[email protected]
WEBSitE
www.christopherward.co.uk (United Kingdom)
www.christopherward-usa.com (United States of America)