C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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Well there you have it. Face up overnight, my C11 Makaira Elite Titanium COSC is now after 6 days, +/- zero seconds.
Which i think is with in spec. I can find no fault with it, the inner bezel is positioned correctly, all is good. In to the box later. Now i have to choose a watch to wear this evening as i am out for food.
I still don't want to take it off, a beautiful watch, feels good, looks good, and keeps time. What more could i ask for :thumbup:
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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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I went through same thing. Finally switched it for my blue scooter then back to the Makaira yesterday. Might save me some money - but I doubt it!


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Mine going back, again.
It looks like either a small mark has appeared on the face. A colleague looked at it and said it looks like there is a clip that is hidden under the face has now rested on top making it visible. Hmmmm, we shall see.
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Got it back today, took about 10 days.

Water had entered the case, so it has been cleaned and a new gasket fitted.

Other than washing my hands it has not been under water so surprising.
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Do you now have that feeling of "Everyones going to think I left the crown loose" even though you know you didn't but from now are even more paranoid and check the crown is tight constantly? Because I have no idea what so ever of how that feels, honest.
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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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mabotham wrote:Got it back today, took about 10 days.

Water had entered the case, so it has been cleaned and a new gasket fitted.

Other than washing my hands it has not been under water so surprising.
The Elite was handed back to CW a month ago as the bezel was loose. It has arrived back today.
Bit miffed it came in a well used box, it's not my fault that it was faulty so a bit more effort there would have been appreciated.
The clicks on the bezel are not razor sharp precise but it is a lot tighter turning it.
Will now check the time over the next week to make sure it's keeping well.
Glad to have it back.
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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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mabotham wrote:
The Elite was handed back to CW a month ago as the bezel was loose. It has arrived back today.
Bit miffed it came in a well used box, it's not my fault that it was faulty so a bit more effort there would have been appreciated.
The clicks on the bezel are not razor sharp precise but it is a lot tighter turning it.
Will now check the time over the next week to make sure it's keeping well.
Glad to have it back.
:thumbdown: feel for you. Mines been faultless and pretty much an everyday wear since CW replaced it - I guess I have forgotten and forgiven the failure.
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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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It's still a firm favourite. Been wearing the 09 fle for the last month so it has been nice to get some wear out of that beauty.
Just hope it's accurate.
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Beautiful watch and reserved mine :)
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Hi All,

Just come across the brand (amazing as I live in Windsor so just up the road). Has anyone got a picture of this on a black and yellow strap as I can imagine this looks great.

Many thanks

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C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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Your wish..........

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Not a great pic but it's a great watch. This is a maratac with yellow stitching. It's the only watch I have with me so extended test of timekeeping. Minus 7 seconds in 8 days.

New pic, minus foot!


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Looks great, thanks for doing that
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Perfect combo Chris ! :)
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chrisjohnson wrote:Minus 7 seconds in 8 days.
Superb timekeeping :)
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Re: C11 Makaira Elite Titanium

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I'm a newcomer to Christopher Ward having been introduced to them by a friend. There are now a few of them on my wish list but none more so than this one.

Will this watch only be available with a rubber strap? It is a great looking watch with nice styling touches but I'd prefer a metal strap for longevity?

What would be the colour difference between a stainless steel strap and a titanium case?
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