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Win it: The Christopher Ward C9 Harrison Automatic

October 9, 2012 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Here's why.

In Person: Christopher Ward C9 Harrison Automatic – $535.00

A Christopher Ward timepiece is sort of like the SuitSupply of the watch world.  On the very high end of what most would consider “affordable”, but superb quality for the price point when compared to the luxury competition.  That, and like SuitSupply, these things are getting real popular, real fast here in the states.

Designed in England and made in Switzerland with Swiss movements, the brand was launched in 2004 with the goal of making “the cheapest most expensive watches in the world.”  And they make a pretty convincing case as to why they can do what they’re doing.  Their models range from busier chronographs to subtle pieces like the C9 Harrison.

This model is named after John Harrison, the man who created the first timepiece capable of staying accurate on a ship, as well as a guy getting lots of play lately on this here website.  This matte white dial w/ gold indexes version just got released.  Instead of the expected gold case, you get silver stainless steel instead.  That gives those of us with an aversion to gold watches the opportunity to dip a wrist in the Au-tone pond.  If you’re willing to spend $500 on a watch.

The dial is dead simple with lots of white space, which is similar to John Harrison’s H4.  But all that white helps the blue second hand really stand out.  The 43mm case doesn’t overwhelm an average sized wrist, but those with small wrists might get swallowed up.  Some might think that there’s a lot of emptiness under that sapphire crystal.  Others are going to love the lack of sub-dials and unnecessary etchings.

The exhibition caseback shows off the 38 hour power reserve automatic Swiss movement.  And not that you can’t feel how well it’s built as soon as you lift it out of the incredibly nice presentation case, but each Christopher Ward watch comes with a 5-year movement guarantee.  Also, their return window is a generous 60 days.  Plenty of time to decide on whether or not it looks good on your wrist.

Available with a black or brown band (which for some reason those brown leather bands look a little orange on their website) as well as silver or black dial options.

Here’s how to win the C9 seen here: Send your first and last name in an email to contests@dappered.com with the subject: Harrison.  One entry per person. Deadline for entry is 11:59 pm ET on 10/10/12.

UPDATE:  Congratulations to Chris Bennet who won the drawing for the Christopher Ward C9 Harrison!  Thanks to all who entered, as well as Christopher Ward for providing the new C9 for the review/giveaway.

Filed Under: Watches Tagged With: C9, Christopher Ward, Christopher Ward Watch Review, Harrison Automatic, Win it

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Comments

  1. Chris Rodriguez says

    October 9, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    that’s a beautiful watch.

  2. Jeff says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Really liking that watch, here’s hoping I win.

  3. beer says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:31 AM

    looks like a timex easy reader to me.

  4. Guest says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    Really like the clean look

  5. James Sagi says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    True beauty. Such an understated watch – no need for think ugly metal.

  6. Davelli0331 says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    Love everything except the gold numbers and hands. I’m admittedly gold-averse in my watches, though.

  7. Joseph Eyerman says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    Simple, yet beautiful! Hoping I win!

  8. Farhan says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:22 AM

    I’ve had my eye on this since they first mentioned this in a chat 6 months ago. This is a gorgeous watch. I own several CW watches and this was next on my wish list..

    My birthday is tomorrow and my wedding is next week. This would make an excellent gift for either Joe so now would be a perfect time to pick me! 😛

  9. Jessy says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    Usually not a gold fan, but this one is beautiful.

  10. Mike N says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    Great watch. I’ve been planning to pick up a Ward watch….. this would certainly be a nice win.

  11. stickytape says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Beautiful watch. Bears quite a resemblance to IWC’s Portuguese line, but I like the simplicity and clean dial. A little large though.

  12. David X L says

    October 9, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    Stowa’s another relatively inexpensive automatic watch company for those of you who like clean design: http://www.stowa.de/lshop,showrub,132768787328806,en,1327687999-29646,marine,,,,.htm

  13. utfanzt says

    October 9, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    I love the way the gold hands plays off the brown strap so well.

  14. Focuspants says

    October 9, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Thats a beauty!

  15. Jscoope says

    October 9, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    Yeh I’ve been looking at these C.W. watches a lot lately, they seem like a really good holdover until I can afford my dream watches.

  16. kman17 says

    October 9, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Wow, very nice time piece.

  17. HelloNurse says

    October 9, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    Does anyone else find that when you type or say “Harrison” it’s almost impossible not to think “…Ford”?

  18. Butch_Zee says

    October 9, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    Never heard of this brand. What a beautiful watch. A shame they had to mess it up with the unnecessary date window.

  19. Eric Harlow says

    October 9, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Man, what a beautiful watch. I love the simplicity of it.

  20. Eric Henao says

    October 9, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    Oh HELL yes.

  21. Nathan says

    October 9, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Another nice auto brand that can be had fairly affordably are the Hamiltons. Highly recommended.

  22. Tobias Kaplan says

    October 9, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    beautiful watch. any idea how much it costs?

  23. Peter says

    October 9, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    A good looking watch but I have never heard of this company until recently on this page. They have apparently been founded in 2005. Who knows if they will be around in 10 years. I’m not sure I see anything that would justify the price. Standard ETA movements, can’t tell the level of craftsmanship.

  24. Tony Gorga says

    October 9, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Beautiful, clean lines. Good pick, Joe.

  25. Justin Brown says

    October 9, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    so nice

  26. Jano says

    October 9, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Never heard of them before. Subtle design, would make a perfect everyday watch.

  27. Derek Roberts says

    October 9, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    MMMm wow!

  28. SolefulStrut says

    October 9, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    What is the benefit of having a clasp as opposed to a tang buckle on a leather band?

  29. jsleigh14 says

    October 9, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Wow I wouldn’t mind having that!

    Justin
    http://www.thewalkntalk.com/

  30. Owen Menendez says

    October 9, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    So very nice! Have come quite close to purchasing C. Wards in the past… fingers crossed as always 🙂

  31. Gabriel Balas-Baconschi says

    October 9, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    gorgeous watch

  32. Adefemi Akingbade says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    This is a nice piece…

  33. Chris says

    October 9, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Love it.

  34. Ryan Fitzpatrick says

    October 9, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Terrible watch; don’t bother to enter the contest

  35. Michael_Walters says

    October 9, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Relatively easier to put on, but I think most people choose them for looks.

  36. Michael_Walters says

    October 9, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    7 years is a long years for a micro-brand. I don’t own one, but have two friends who do. very nice quality and design put into them.

  37. Hubert says

    October 9, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    So you don’t crease/stretch the band when you put it on and take it off.

  38. Miles Curiotto says

    October 10, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Quite beautiful, hope I win!

  39. Ryan Fitzpatrick says

    October 10, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    I was joking!

  40. bryclops says

    October 10, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Sweet fancy Moses that’s a good-looking watch.

  41. Miles Curiotto says

    October 10, 2012 at 9:00 AM

    Haha I think your plan backfired

  42. Brandon Eli Shrum says

    October 10, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Would love to win this. Please?????

  43. Joe says

    October 10, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Nice try Ryan…

  44. Miles Curiotto says

    October 11, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    I think I speak for everyone when I ask… when will the winner be announced?

  45. Joe says

    October 11, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Workin’ on trying to get in contact with the winner. If your name rhymes with “Bris Senate” I suggest you check yer email. Sometimes it takes a bit if someone’s not right on their email every day.

  46. bcfosheezy says

    October 14, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    so…who won?

  47. luhai167 says

    October 14, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    hmm.. who won? Nice watch by the way. Another watch with similar looks is Beijing Zhufeng, though it’s a handwind, black strap and has 6 O’Clock second hand. On my wishlist for long time. If I won this watch, it would go well with. gotta love those classic dressy designs. (Tissot Visodate would be a good choice too. Lots of nice choices at 300-600 dollar range)

  48. Farhan says

    October 15, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    What if the winners name rhymes with Scarhan. That seems like a better option IMO. Just saying . . .

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