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The Christopher Ward C65 GMT Worldtimer combines a vintage-inspired dive-watch design with two distinct ways to track other time zones: an independently adjustable GMT hand and a rotating city bezel. The key distinction is that the bezel does not operate the GMT hand. The watch’s central hands show local time; the GMT hand tracks a second zone; and the city bezel helps estimate times in its marked cities against the 24-hour ring.
What the C65 GMT Worldtimer is—and what its name can suggest
In a hands-on review published by Fratello on March 27, 2020, Tomas Rosputinsky described the C65 as part of Christopher Ward’s retro dive-watch family. He found the Worldtimer’s black-and-yellow colorway striking, and said its case looked slimmer and felt lighter than many 41 mm dive watches. Those are the reviewer’s impressions, not results of a comparative measurement test. Read the Fratello review.
The watch has three relevant readings, but only two are timekeeping displays: the central hour and minute hands show local time, while the independently adjustable GMT hand points to a second time zone on the 24-hour ring. The city bezel adds a way to estimate time in other marked cities. Christopher Ward’s handbook puts the distinction plainly: “The rotating bezel with international cities has no relationship to the GMT hand.” See the C65 GMT Worldtimer Owner’s Handbook.
How to set and read the GMT hand
The GMT hand is adjusted independently in the crown’s middle position. Turn it clockwise to move the hand in one-hour increments. In that same crown position, the date can be quick-set counter-clockwise. Pull the crown to its outer position to set the time; the seconds hand stops.
#1 Best Overall
- 38mm stainless steel case
- Day date window on dial
- Acrylic lens
- Stainless steel attachment
- Water resistant to 50m (165 ft): In general, suitable for short periods of recreational swimming, but not diving or snorkeling
Setting the watch for travel
For travel, the handbook’s method is to set the central hour and minute hands to destination time, then set the GMT hand to home time. Its London-to-New-York example sets the main hands to 7:10 and the GMT hand to 12:10. The example illustrates the roles of the displays; check the actual time difference for your locations and travel date when setting your watch.
Using the city bezel
To use the city ring, align your home city with the current time shown on the 24-hour ring, then read the corresponding time at other marked cities. The handbook says the bezel is intended to help read time zones separated by a full hour. It is a separate reference from the GMT hand, not a control for it.
Rank #2
- 38mm stainless steel case
- Day date window on dial
- Acrylic lens
- Synthetic rubber attachment
- Water resistant to 50m (165 ft): In general, suitable for short periods of recreational swimming, but not diving or snorkeling
Case, movement and published specifications
The figures below are manufacturer-listed specifications in the handbook, not independent measurements from the 2020 review.
| Specification | Published value |
|---|---|
| Case diameter | 41 mm; 42 mm across the bezel |
| Height | 12.05 mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 47.1 mm |
| Weight | 71 g |
| Case material and crystal | 316L stainless steel; glass-box sapphire crystal |
| Strap width | 22 mm |
| Water resistance | 150 m (15 ATM) |
| Movement | Sellita SW330 automatic calibre |
| Jewels and frequency | 25 jewels; 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) |
| Maximum stated power reserve | 42 hours |
| Handbook timing tolerance | -20/+20 seconds per day |
The handbook classifies 15 ATM as suitable for snorkelling in open water, but describes water-resistance ratings as guidelines. Real-world exposure also depends on factors including movement, impact, heat and seal condition. Push the crown flush to the case to maintain water resistance.
Rank #3
- 39mm stainless steel case
- 8 inch black strap
- Black dial
- Mineral Glass lens
- Water resistant up to 50 meters
Design and the Farer comparison
Rosputinsky compared the C65 GMT Worldtimer with the Farer Aldrich World Timer, describing the Farer as 2 mm smaller and dressier. He preferred the C65’s vintage references and tool-watch character. These are one reviewer’s design judgments, not a general market verdict, and the comparison reflects the watches as discussed in 2020—not a current price or availability comparison.
The city selection is also a design choice, not an official universal list. Fratello identified Christopher Ward co-founder Mike France as saying: “There is no ‘official’ list really, these cities have been driven by personal preference as well as having fun with it to surprise people.”
Rank #4
- Quartz GMT Movement - When used in conjunction with the black and blue rotating bezel, the two-blue and white triangle GMT hand can be used to track a second time zone.
- Stainless-steel - The stainless-steel case and bracelet are resistant to corrosion, rust, and daily wear and tear.
- Date Window - Easily track the date in a dedicated window beside 3 o'clock.
- Enhanced Visibility - Luminant hands ensure readability in low-light conditions.
Setting cautions and ownership details
Avoid quick-setting the date at the wrong time
The handbook advises against correcting the date between 20:00 and 02:00, when the date-changing gears may already be engaged. Push the crown back in after making adjustments.
Strap fit
The listed strap width is 22 mm, and the handbook describes quick-release pins for strap or bracelet changes. Width alone does not guarantee that an aftermarket strap will match the watch’s end shape or attachment arrangement, so confirm the listing’s fit details before buying.
Service and guarantee language
The handbook describes a 60-day return window for an unworn watch returned with its original packaging and paperwork, and a 60-month movement guarantee subject to service-history requirements. It recommends servicing every 3–4 years to maintain the stated guarantee. These are terms described in the handbook; current policies should be confirmed with Christopher Ward.
What the 2020 review can—and cannot—tell you about price
Fratello listed original prices of £995 for hybrid or leather strap versions and £1,095 for the bracelet in March 2020. Those are historical launch-era prices only; current pricing and availability are not established by that review.
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