C60 Trident Pro, C65 Aquitaine, C1 Bel Canto, Sealander, and the full CW range — every watch assessed individually for reference, generation, movement specification, and condition.
Christopher Ward has built a genuine secondary market. We follow it closely and pay accordingly — in writing, with the reasoning explained. Free insured postage. Written valuation. Paid in 72 hours.
We buy the full Christopher Ward range — current and discontinued, in-house movement and ETA-based, limited editions and core references. Every watch is assessed by the specific reference and generation.
CW's flagship diver and the most traded reference on the secondary market. Early Calibre SH21 examples — CW's own in-house movement — carry a premium. We check the exact generation, case size, dial configuration, and movement specification. Pro, 600, and special edition variants all assessed individually.
The C65 range covers vintage-inspired dress and sport watches. The Jumping Hour variant with its distinctive hour display is specifically collected. We assess the dial variant, generation, and movement. Original bracelet or strap presence noted and factored into the offer.
One of the most technically ambitious watches in the CW range — a chiming wristwatch at a fraction of traditional chime-watch prices. The Bel Canto attracts enthusiasts of horological complications rather than purely the CW brand, and commands a premium accordingly. Movement condition is especially important for this reference.
A versatile 38mm sports watch that has become one of CW's most commercially successful references. The Sealander's wide range of dial and strap options means we assess the specific configuration. Discontinued colourways and limited edition dials attract collector interest above standard production pieces.
Christopher Ward has produced a number of limited edition references — including British Racing Green dials, anniversary editions, and retailer exclusives — that trade above standard production equivalents on the secondary market. We identify limited edition pieces and assess them against current secondary market demand.
Early Christopher Ward references — including first-generation C60, original C5 Malvern, and early ETA-based pieces — attract collector interest as the brand's history develops. We assess discontinued references individually against the specialist CW collector community rather than applying blanket depreciation.
Christopher Ward's direct-to-consumer model means their watches arrive at resale having already been sold at fair prices — without the traditional retail mark-up that inflates perceived value and then collapses at resale. This creates a more honest secondary market: CW watches hold a rational proportion of their retail price, particularly those with in-house movements, limited production runs, and complete box sets.
We track the CW secondary market — auction results, forum sales, and specialist dealer transactions — and offer accordingly. A C60 Trident Pro with the SH21 movement in unworn condition with full box and papers is not valued the same as a well-used example missing its original bracelet. We explain exactly what drives the offer for each watch, in writing, before you decide whether to sell.
Dial, caseback, crown, and any box contents. Include the reference number if visible on the caseback. You can email photographs before sending anything.
We send a free prepaid, tracked and insured shipping label. Your parcel is insured to £5,000 from the moment the courier scans it.
Your parcel is opened publicly on YouTube before any specialist touches it. Every watch is recorded in the condition received — full transparency at every stage.
Reference confirmed, generation noted, movement checked, condition graded. Written offer per piece. Accept what you want to sell; we return the rest free. Paid in 72 hours or +3%.
Call us on 01234 815116 or email support@fairvintage.co.uk. We respond within one working day.
Get your free pack →Reference and generation matter most. Limited edition C60 Trident models — particularly early SH21 examples — command the strongest premiums. Condition, original bracelet or strap, box, and warranty card all contribute. We check the exact reference and generation before making any offer.
CW watches have developed a genuine secondary market, particularly for in-house movement models (SH21-based Trident references) and limited editions. Their direct-to-consumer pricing means resale values are proportionally closer to retail than many Swiss brands. We track this market actively and offer accordingly.
A better offer with a complete set — box, warranty card, additional straps, tool. We also buy watches without boxes; the difference depends on the reference. Tell us what you have and we quote accordingly.
The C60 Trident with in-house Calibre SH21 is the most actively traded reference. The C1 Bel Canto chiming watch attracts movement enthusiasts at a premium. Limited edition Trident variants and discontinued colourways also command above-standard prices.
A replacement strap reduces value compared to original, but the impact varies by reference. If you have the original strap or bracelet alongside a replacement, include both. The case and dial condition matter more than the strap in most valuations.
Within 72 hours of your parcel going live on YouTube — guaranteed. If we miss that window, we add 3% to your total, written into the agreement before you send anything.
Request your free pack today. Reference confirmed, generation noted, movement checked. Written offer per watch. Opened live on YouTube. Paid within 72 hours.