Christopher Ward Archives - Time+Tide Watches

27.03.25

Christopher Ward gets arty with a double-British collab, the Mr Jones Celestial limited edition moonphase

Two of Britain's most beloved independent watchmakers team up for a whimsical take on a moonphase, melding CW's technical expertise with Mr Jones' art.

6 affordable watches that look much more expensive than they are, from US$300 to US$3,000

Buying Guides

19.03.25

6 affordable watches that look much more expensive than they are, from US$300 to US$3,000

Bang for buck champions.

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Last Week in Watches

09.03.25

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Casio celebrates International Women’s Day, Anoma releases its second-ever watch and King Seiko unveils a new flagship collection.

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

Introducing

06.03.25

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

A blue-tinted sapphire dial, luminous rubber strap and thin proportions make this elevated dive watch an attractive beast.

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Buying Guides

05.03.25

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Purple watch dials may not be the most common, but they are among the most evocative that you'll find on the market.

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Watch Education

02.03.25

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Why is Switzerland such a watchmaking powerhouse, and why is it so hard to make watches outside of the country?

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

Buying Guides

01.03.25

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

The Tudor Black Bay has been a fan-favourite since release, but what if you're looking for bang for a little less buck?

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Last Week in Watches

23.02.25

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Usually, Hermès launches new models sparingly, this week it delivered multiple novelties at once - amidst a sea of other strong releases.

Every British Watchmakers’ Day 2025 special edition

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22.02.25

Every British Watchmakers’ Day 2025 special edition

Ahead of the big day on March 8th, we wanted to do a run-through of all of the watches you can buy exclusively at British…

Christopher Ward listens to its fans and releases The Twelve 38, a Goldilocks-sized take on its integrated sports watch

Introducing

20.02.25

Christopher Ward listens to its fans and releases The Twelve 38, a Goldilocks-sized take on its integrated sports watch

Goldilocks and the three Twelves, and finally, one that's just right!

15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

Buying Guides

09.02.25

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15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

If you needed any more proof that US$1,000 can get you a great mechanical watch, this list of affordables is it.

9 of the best bronze watches for those who like a pinch of patina

Buying Guides

06.02.25

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9 of the best bronze watches for those who like a pinch of patina

Love the antique look of a well-weathered tool? These bronze watches are for you.

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

Last Week in Watches

02.02.25

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

These have been a fiery seven days, especially for independents and microbrands.

The Twelve Snake by Christopher Ward x seconde/seconde/ takes the Year of the Snake back to 1998

Introducing

30.01.25

The Twelve Snake by Christopher Ward x seconde/seconde/ takes the Year of the Snake back to 1998

A cheeky take on a Lunar New Year watch, this limited edition collab pays tribute to the iconic Snake mobile game from 1998.

New releases from Gerald Charles, Greubel Forsey, Swatch x Blancpain + LVMH Watch Week 2025!

Last Week in Watches

26.01.25

New releases from Gerald Charles, Greubel Forsey, Swatch x Blancpain + LVMH Watch Week 2025!

LVMH Watch Week dominated watch releases this week, but there was also some great new pieces from non-LVMH brands.

Friday Wind Down

24.01.25

Christopher Ward watches were ‘in the metal’ in our Melbourne studio last night, as well as the brand’s CEO Mike France

Last night, we transformed our Melbourne studio into a Christopher Ward showroom - a first for Australia and the brand.

The new Christopher Ward Aeolian adds sandy tones to the Dune field watch

Introducing

23.01.25

The new Christopher Ward Aeolian adds sandy tones to the Dune field watch

Britain's micro giant launches a new collection of sand-textured field watches.

Lists

01.01.25

Our favourite British watches of 2024

It's been a big year for British watches, and our round-up of the best releases show just how creative this island can be.

5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

Buying Guides

26.12.24

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5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

Moonphases don't have to be reserved for the deepest of pockets - here are our five affordable favourites.

7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

Buying Guides

15.12.24

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7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

Wavy vibes, just in time for Antipodean summer.

Time+Tide brings you the British Watchmakers’ Weekender

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11.12.24

Time+Tide brings you the British Watchmakers’ Weekender

Take an inside look at the fun and madness of our British Watchmakers' Weekender held earlier this year.

The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Buying Guides

10.12.24

The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Some of the most refreshing dials to look at on the market today.

You can now buy Christopher Ward in our London Watch Discovery Studio!

In The Shop

06.12.24

You can now buy Christopher Ward in our London Watch Discovery Studio!

Christopher Ward enters the world of retail for the first time exclusively at the Time+Tide London Discovery Studio.

Christopher Ward’s GPHG-nominated aventurine moonphase is now available in a 37mm size

Introducing

21.11.24

Christopher Ward’s GPHG-nominated aventurine moonphase is now available in a 37mm size

While 40.5mm is not large by modern standards, 37mm is a much more classic dress watch size.

New releases from Tudor, Swatch, Franck Muller and more

Last Week in Watches

03.11.24

New releases from Tudor, Swatch, Franck Muller and more

Tudor drops an unexpected GMT, Ulysse Nardin goes freaky traditional, and Ralph Lauren makes a watch fit for a fancy cowboy.

10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Buying Guides

01.11.24

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10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Not sure what to get your soon-to-be-adult? Let us help you with that.

The C1 Bel Canto Classic made Christopher Ward change forever

Introducing

31.10.24

The C1 Bel Canto Classic made Christopher Ward change forever

Christopher Ward puts the Bel Canto into production, with slight tweaks.

Andrew & Zach pick the best watches at Windup Watch Fair New York – we need your vote for the winner!

Video

24.10.24

Andrew & Zach pick the best watches at Windup Watch Fair New York – we need your vote for the winner!

Andrew and Zach go head-to-head to pick the best dive watch, dress watch, field watch, and do-it-all GADA watch at Windup New York.

The best British watch brands reviving a traditional craft

Buying Guides

13.10.24

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The best British watch brands reviving a traditional craft

From quirky quartz to haute horlogerie.

The best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Buying Guides

02.10.24

The best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Perhaps the most popular style of watches today, these integrated bracelet watches prove you don't need to remortgage to get one.

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Last Week in Watches

29.09.24

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Compact cases, clever collaborations and the return of a model we thought could be gone for good, all in last week in watches.

12 of the best affordable sports watches from $250 to $3,000

Buying Guides

06.09.24

12 of the best affordable sports watches from $250 to $3,000

These sports watches prove you can get plenty of value for US$3,000, and way less than that.

GWD and W&W Shanghai Special: new releases from Daniel Roth, Laurent Ferrier, Zenith, and more

Last Week in Watches

03.09.24

GWD and W&W Shanghai Special: new releases from Daniel Roth, Laurent Ferrier, Zenith, and more

The new thinnest watch in the world, a strong return for Daniel Roth, chiming Bulgaris, a trio of Breitling perpetual calendars and more!

Introducing

30.08.24

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière is the brand’s most refined dive watch yet

Boasting a titanium case and a trio of retro dial finishes, the C60 Trident Lumière combines tool watch bona fides with on-point vibes.

Watches to mark the biggest occasions in life, the wedding anniversary

Buying Guides

25.08.24

Watches to mark the biggest occasions in life, the wedding anniversary

Celebrating the big milestones is important, and wedding anniversaries are as big as they come, here are the best watches for each one.

New releases from Blancpain, Grand Seiko, Chronoswiss and more

Last Week in Watches

04.08.24

New releases from Blancpain, Grand Seiko, Chronoswiss and more

Blancpain goes for (red) gold, Grand Seiko and Seiko tease with USA and EU exclusives.

New releases from Piaget, Furlan Marri, Hermès and more

Last Week in Watches

21.07.24

New releases from Piaget, Furlan Marri, Hermès and more

Flying saucers, pocket watches and rainbows: there isn’t a single boring piece this week!

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Qin Gan, Omega and more

Last Week in Watches

23.06.24

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Qin Gan, Omega and more

Collabs were the name of the game this week, with Christopher Ward, Omega and Laurent Ferrier all joining the fun.

Andrew Morgan teams up with Christopher Ward for a special Bel Canto, The Red One

Introducing

20.06.24

Andrew Morgan teams up with Christopher Ward for a special Bel Canto, The Red One

An intense red piece unique for Andrew Morgan has become the first-ever Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto collaboration available for all.

New releases from Longines, De Bethune, Louis Vuitton and more

Last Week in Watches

16.06.24

New releases from Longines, De Bethune, Louis Vuitton and more

This was a big week for watch releases, with high-profile motorsports-inspired watches and yet more MoonSwatch variants.

20 of the best integrated bracelet watches, from least to most expensive

Buying Guides

20.05.24

20 of the best integrated bracelet watches, from least to most expensive

Integrated bracelet watches are amongst the most popular and trending type of watch in the marketplace. Here are some of the best.

Events

20.03.24

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British watchmaking is back

British Watchmakers' Day has just passed with a resounding success, with over 1,300 people in attendance at the Royal Horticultural Halls.

New releases from Bulgari, Zenith, Hublot and more

Last Week in Watches

04.02.24

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New releases from Bulgari, Zenith, Hublot and more

LVMH Watch Week produced some heavy hitters - but they weren't the only show in town.

How the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto strikes a chord with enthusiasts

What We Wore

31.12.23

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How the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto strikes a chord with enthusiasts

Christopher Ward, the British brand known for its budget-friendly, well-made, and relatively safely designed sports watches, went on to release something new that would change…

Five winners and underdogs from GPHG 2023

News

11.11.23

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Five winners and underdogs from GPHG 2023

We bring you the scoop on Watch Oscars 2023.

Everything you need to know about Christopher Ward

In Depth

06.11.23

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Everything you need to know about Christopher Ward

We bring you the story of Christopher Ward - also known as the microbrand granddaddies.

New releases from Tissot, Christopher Ward and more

Last Week in Watches

05.08.23

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New releases from Tissot, Christopher Ward and more

We are really feeling the heat of summer in the Northern hemisphere, and it seems that the watch industry feels the same. Compared to last…

Only Watch out – EveryWatch is the new piece unique auction in town

Auctions

02.08.23

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Only Watch out – EveryWatch is the new piece unique auction in town

First of all I’d like to apologise for the punny title – it was simply too tempting. Slated to take place from August 16-23, the…

Christopher Ward enters the integrated bracelet game with the handsome Twelve

Introducing

27.04.23

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Christopher Ward enters the integrated bracelet game with the handsome Twelve

Making desirable watches affordable, let alone available, is a struggle that many brands are currently facing. From the entry-level to the high-end, each desirable piece…