Christopher Ward R9 User guide

Miro & L’Ovale
OWNER’S HANDBOOK

Time on your side...
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

Caring for your Christopher Ward quartz watch
Your Miro and L'Ovale diamond watches are constructed from the finest components and materials
available including one of Switzerland’s finest quartz movements.
As with all watches of this quality, with just a little care, it has the potential to become an heirloom
piece giving further joy to future generations.
Here are a few hints to help keep your watch working perfectly over the years:
• Althoughthebatteryinyourwatchmaylastlonger,werecommendyouhaveitchangedevery
2/3 years by a reputable watch repairer.
• Atthesametimeashavingthebatterychangeditmakessensetohavethewatchrepairerclean
and lubricate your watch as necessary.
• Makesurethecrownisscreweddownfullybeforeputtingthewatchintowater.Adhereto
the water resistance ratings towards the end of the handbook to prevent water getting to the
movement which could result in a very costly repair or the need for a replacement movement.
• Yourwatchisshockresistanttominorimpactsbutdroppingfromheightontoahardsurface
may damage the movement.

Should you need a replacement part - don’t worry, we keep stocks of spare parts for years, even for
discontinued models. It’s all part of the Christopher Ward service.
Finally, don’t forget our famous 60:60 Guarantee allows you to return your watch absolutely free,
for any reason, and with no quibbles, for up to 60 days after purchase and we also guarantee your
movement for up to 60 months.
After all, why shouldn’t you enjoy peace of mind as much as you enjoy your watch?

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The R9 Miro
Features
60 VVS1 full-cut diamonds
Enamel coated silver dial
Crown with ornate stone
3 jewel Swiss quartz movement
Convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective
coating
Water resistant to 3 atm
Adjustable satin/leather strap with
quick-release butterfly clasp
Unique serial number
Screw back case
Technical Data
Diameter: 34mm
Height: 7.4mm
Weight: 40g
Case: 316L Stainless steel
Calibre: ETA 901.001
Diamond 4C’s: Carat: 0.60ct
Cut: Full
Clarity: VVS1
Colour: G-H

Description of the display and control buttons
Display elements
Minute Hand
Hour hand
Control buttons
Crown

Setting the time
From position , pull the crown to position
and adjust the time setting in either a clockwise or
anti-clockwise direction.
Return the crown to position after adjustment.
1 2
1 2
1

The T9 L'Ovale
Features
136 VVS1 full-cut diamonds
Enamel coated silver or black dial with
applied indices
Crown with ornate black agate stone
4 jewel Swiss quartz gold gilt movement
Convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective
coating
Water resistant to 3 atm
Adjustable satin/leather strap with
quick-release butterfly clasp
Unique serial number
Screw back case
Technical Data
Dimensions: 25mm x 42mm
Height: 8.5mm
Weight: 50g
Case: 316L Stainless steel
Calibre: ETA 902.002
Diamond 4C’s: Carat: 1.10ct
Cut: Full
Clarity: VVS1
Colour: G-H

Description of the display and control buttons
Display elements
Minute Hand
Hour hand
Control buttons
Crown

Setting the time
From position , pull the crown to position
and adjust the time setting in either a clockwise or
anti-clockwise direction.
Return the crown to position after adjustment.
1 2
1 2
1

The quick-release butterfly clasp
The strap versions of the R9 and T9 use quick-release butterfly clasps. If you are unfamiliar with the
butterfly clasp system just follow our 8 step guide below.
Step 1 Locate the clasp Step 2 Click quick-release Step 3 Pull open clasp Step 4 Prise cover open
Step 5 Thread strap through Step 6 Snap back Step 7 Close clasp Step 8 Complete

Water resistance
Please note. these are only guidelines
but we strongly urge you to adhere
to them to retain the integrity of
your watch. If you have any queries
regarding this please contact us
direct.
NB. To safeguard watch movement
please ensure the crown is, at all times,
screwed in correctly.
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, it is not advisable
to dive with your watch.
30 ATM (200 Metres)
Ideal for experienced
divers and, in general,
anybody practising
scuba-diving.
50 ATM (500 Metres)
Professional divers,
experienced prolonged
exposure underwater.

Christopher Ward Diamonds
As you might expect, the Christopher Ward approach to diamond watches is as individual as the
watches themselves. More recently the quality criteria has become more demanding, new cutting
methods have been developed and with the advent of a new scientific dimension, the need has
arisen for independent gemological reports for diamond stone. With this in mind Christopher
Ward diamonds are tested by the IGI and the subsequent reports and certificates which use the
4C international grading system are displayed on www.christopherward.co.uk.
The 4C's Certificate of Authenticity
All diamonds are independently tested by the International Gemological Institute (IGI) who
provide us with a certificate authenticating the carat, colour, cut and clarity of the diamonds.
These elements are often referred to as the '4Cs' and are the critical characteristics determining a
diamond’s quality and value. All diamonds are most definitely not the same and at CW we only use
diamond quality levels associated with high end luxury watch brands.
Further information about the diamond grading system and other fascinating diamond facts can be
found on the IGI website www.igiworldwide.com.

The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS)
This scheme was established in 2003 and is designed to certify the origin of diamond sources which
are free of conflict. The aim is to prevent rebel groups and their rivals from funding their war aims
from diamond sales.
The certification scheme is targeted at preventing 'blood diamonds' from entering
the mainstream rough diamond market. The KPCS originated from a meeting of Southern African
diamond producing states in Kimberely, South Africa in 2002.
In order for a country to be a participant it must ensure:
That every diamond export be accompanied by a certificate
That no diamond is imported from, or to, a non-member of the scheme
That any diamond originating from the country does not finance a rebel or other entity
seeking to overthrow a UN recognised government
All Christopher Ward diamonds (which are from South Africa) are Kimberley Certified and each
invoice is marked accordingly with the KPCS guarantee.
For more information please visit www.kimberleyprocess.com and www.diamondfacts.org.

Keeping in touch with Christopher Ward...
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, 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!

Head Office. Christopher Ward (London) Limited, 1 Park Street, Maidenhead
Berkshire SL6 1SL, United Kingdom
Telephone (Head Office). [phone]
Customer Services. 0844 875 1515 (UK) 1.877.226.8224 (USA)
Website. www.christopherward.co.uk
General. [e-mail]
Technical. [email protected]