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(Let me apologize now for the pictures. I am not a photographer and I do not have the equipment.)
Oddly enough, even in this large forum, Christopher Ward's watches appear to be uncommon. Ward's designs are unique and visually pleasing, but may also be perceived as "trendy".
I can not speak on behalf of the entire Christopher Ward collection however I find that the C8 is an unique twist on a classic design.
(The dial is clean, sharp, but very elaborate. Ward chose to add color to this classic design and he did a fine job. Selecting perfect hues and adding complex details like the entirely luminescent second hand.)
Any respectable watch idiot savant knows that the original pilot watch was required to be accurate and easy to read. However today the pilot design is a conservative, understated watch and the common public identifier of a WIS. ( I know someone can/will argue that this statement is not true.)
Christopher Ward's C8 can not be labled a "homage" nor a clone, it is a mondern interpretation. I love the orginal pilot design's understated class and rich history. It is a terrific conversation piece and a watch that often identifies with the personality of it's owner.
Unfortunately I often buy them to ultimately sell them.
I'm mental and before I digress further I will treat this subject like Gossamer.
The C8 has longevity. I do not believe this design is trendy. I am actually impressed by its refinement. Like a BMW every detail is congruent, every line in harmony with another, and it screams masculinity.
The Black Hawk only stands 9.7mm off of your wrist making it comfortable and perfect for long sleeve shirts.
To my understanding the C8 houses a high grade ETA 2824-2 and has a soft iron case and dial making it antimagnetic, which I think is just the bees knees. For those lume nuts, this is not a Seiko but its no bench warmer either. It's a regular starter that shines.
Careful, like Kianu Reeves you'll step back and go "whoa...."
The original strap and clasp are amazing but I think the dial pops with this Corvus "Real 007 Dive Strap".
I love this watch and in my limited experience I do not believe it can be beat by similarly priced competitors.
Thank you for your time,
Danny H