Trident – redefined… Christopher Ward announce a stunning
new expression of their iconic C60 Trident Dive/Sport family with a radical
re-engineering and design advancement across the new generation of the brand’s
most popular range. From the stunning new entry-level quartz to the flagship
COSC model incorporating Christopher Ward’s first in-house movement, Calibre
SH21 – the new Trident collection establishes a raised benchmark of enhanced
quality and choice at every price point.
The C60 Trident Pro and C60 Trident GMT remain at the heart
of the Trident collection, powered by the same proven movements, which is
enhanced by a swathe of innovations across the range. The new arrivals are led
by the flagship C60 Trident COSC, featuring Christopher Ward’s in-house
movement, Calibre SH21, at the heart of this chronometer version – only the
second model to carry the pioneering innovation.
Equally audacious and innovative, however, is the arrival of
an entry-level quartz model, C60 Trident 300, using the Ronda 515 calibre.
Trident – re-engineered…Extensive re-engineering utilises
upgraded materials, combined with design enhancements that unmistakably express
the Trident family DNA, complemented by the retention of iconic features such
as the hands, Trident counter- balance and wave pattern guilloche dial of the
original. The new baton-style indexes of the mechanical versions are
deep-filled with the new SuperLuminovaTM SLN T C1 lume paint to provide
brighter and extended luminosity above that of the Mark 1 model.
The new Trident case, in marine-grade 316L steel, clearly
echoes the design of the original but has been comprehensively re-engineered,
including sharper and improved architecture and finishing. The three mechanical
versions are capable of withstanding water pressure at up to 600m (2000ft) and
have been upgraded to include zirconia ceramic (Zr02) bezels while the quartz
version has retained the aluminium bezel of the original and, as denoted by the
name, is capable of depths to 300m (1000ft).
This detailed re-definition of Trident extends to the
case-back, with the Trident logo deep- stamped into the stainless steel plate,
producing a 3D appearance that was first seen in the C65 Trident Classic.
Choice – re-defined… Complementing the expanded range of
model, case size, movement and bezel combinations are re-designed natural
rubber dive straps, Italian leather straps, a leather NATO strap and a
marine-grade stainless steel bracelet, creating a stunning choice menu of 133
versions of Trident to suit anyone, anywhere, any time.
Mike France, co-founder of Christopher Ward, explains the
strategy behind the audacious re-definition of the Trident collection: “We like
to set ourselves challenges at Christopher Ward, this time deciding to review
our best-selling range to see just how much higher we could take it in both
technology and design to introduce an extensive palette choice of size, colour
and strap permutations. We are particularly excited that the flagship C60 Trident
COSC model incorporates our own in-house movement, Calibre SH21.
“The new Trident, remains true to its heritage, yet
re-defines the model itself and brings more flexibility and affordability; in
fact we believe it’s sets a new standard in the value- quality equation for the
industry, enabling the opportunity to own the optimal Dive timepiece at each
price level. With the technical credibility to satisfy dive pros and the style
to match any occasion, the new collection will open Trident to an even wider
audience and further strengthen its iconic standing.”
The re-engineered C60 Trident collection directly replaces
and enhances the brand’s global best-selling range, launched in 2009, creating
a stunning new expression of the Trident family values.
Range Summary:
C60 Trident COSC – Limited Edition (42mm) is available as a
worldwide limited edition of just 300 pieces and features Christopher
Ward’s in-house movement, Calibre SH21, at the heart of this chronometer
version. Retail price: From £1500
C60 Trident Pro 600 (38mm and 42mm) – meticulously upgraded
in every part of this most
iconic of action timepieces and water tightness has been
radically improved to achieve depths of up to 600 metres (2000 ft) – twice that
of its famous predecessor. Retail price: From £599
C60 Trident GMT 600 (38mm and 42mm) Combining quality,
reliability and style a dual- time automatic watch with the supremely accurate
and robust ETA 2893-2 automatic
movement beating at its core. Retail price: From £799
C60 Trident 300 (38mm and 42mm) – The entry point into the
Trident collection and the perfect expression of Christopher Ward’s ambition
‘to make premium quality watches available to everyone’. The rugged
uni-directional bezel is constructed of aviation grade aluminium and this model
is watertight to 300 metres / 1000 feet. Retail price: From £299
The Trident Collection will be available to buy on
www.christopherward.co.uk from 20th January
The collection:
Photographs: Christopher Ward
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