C11 titanium Extreme 1000 Limited Edition Chronometer OW N E R ’ S H A N D B O OK
INTRODUCTION Time on your side... Your Christopher Ward watch has been designed and engineered by highly talented craftspeople to ensure not only accurate and precise timekeeping but also to bring a real pride of ownership that only luxury items of the highest quality can ever hope to deliver. You have made an investment, a good one, and the aim of this handbook is to help you make the most of that investment during what I hope will be a lifetime of ownership.
C11 Titanium EXTREME 1000 C11 titanium EXTREME 1000 – limited edition Chronometer The C11 Titanium Extreme 1000 is a true titan of a diving watch and is guaranteed to win admiration and envious glances in equal measure. Titanium is a chemical element (Ti) which was discovered in Cornwall in 1791 by geologist William Gregor. It is as strong as steel, yet 45% lighter and is highly resistant to corrosion in seawater which makes it just about the best case material possible for a dive watch.
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C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 TECHNICAL INFORMATION FEATUREs – Swiss made – Limited to 1000 pieces worldwide – Self winding automatic chronometer – COSC certified – 38 hour power reserve – Date calendar – Anti-shock system – Satin-brushed Titanium case – Helium Release Valve – 4.
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Cosc certification The COSC Certified Chronometer COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres) is the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute responsible for certifying both accuracy and precision of wristwatches in Switzerland. Certification follows exhaustive testing.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 display and control buttons The C11 Titanium Extreme 1000 has a maximum power reserve of 38 hours when fully wound. To re-power the watch after a period of non-use, simply wind the crown in approximately (a minimum) of 20 revolutions. Normal wearing will very quickly allow the rotor to start re-powering the watch over time after putting it on your wrist.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 SETTING THE TIME/DATE • First unscrew the crown anti-clockwise from the case to position 1 for winding in power. Wind in a clockwise direction to re-power the watch. • Pull gently into position 2 . For rapid date correction, turn in a clockwise direction. • Pull gently into position 3 . This position is used for handsetting, and stopping of the second hand.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 usING THE internal bezel 1 If using the internal bezel for a dive and lets say the recognised maximum “no-stop time” is 55 minutes, then in this example (shown left) the time at the surface immediately before the dive is 10.09am. However the internal bezel is at the 12.00 hr position. 1 Turn the bezel control clockwise to move the 55min marker so that it aligns with the 9 minute position.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 The helium release valve A Helium release valve, or Helium escape valve, as it is also called, provides functionality for professional divers operating at great depths for prolonged periods of time or under saturation. When commercial divers operate at great depths, they often spend prolonged hours in diving bells under pressure breathing a gas mix like trimix or similar, that contains the gas Helium.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 how to use THE helium release valve In its normal position 1 , the Helium release valve is fully closed and perfectly watertight thanks to Gasket B, but it is not functional, since it is screwed down. Gasket B During the decompression phase, unscrew the crown of the valve in order to release the mechanism to position 2 (shown overleaf). The helium release valve is now watertight from the outside.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 Gasket B As the interior pressure becomes greater than the exterior pressure, it pushes Gasket A out of its seating, thus releasing the gas. Once the pressure is equalised, Gasket A returns to its original position, pushed by the spring. This operation is automatically repeated several times during the decompression phase. Once atmospheric pressure is reached, screw down the crown of the valve.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR C11 titanium eXTREME 1000 Water resistance Although your watch has been through vigorous static pressure testing, it is worth remembering that there are many variables that can affect the water resistance of your watch. 1 ATM (10 Metres) Safe to wear your watch while washing your hands with tap water. 3 ATM (30 Metres) Washing your car and/or general hose pipe usage.
Our WATCH CARE PROGRAMME Your watch is constructed from the finest components and materials available, including one of Switzerland’s finest mechanical movements. As with all watches of this quality, with the right care and attention, your new Christopher Ward watch has the potential to become an heirloom piece giving further joy to future generations.
Our WATCH CARE PROGRAMME Christopher Ward’s 60/60 Guarantee is designed to deliver complete peace of mind and the best support possible throughout the lifetime of your ownership. The guarantee has two key elements and sits alongside our Servicing and Repairs Programme: 60/60 GUARANTEE 1. 60 DAY FREE RETURNS Our success depends on you being completely happy with your new Christopher Ward watch.
keeping in touch KEEPING IN TOUCH WITH CHRISTOPHER WARD From small beginnings just a few short years ago (our first workshop was actually a refurbished chicken shed!), Christopher Ward has won a worldwide following for his eponymous watch brand and can justifiably claim to manufacture the most affordable luxury watches in the world.
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