C8 Regulator

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Peteo wrote:I missed the initial unveiling of this. Like it a lot, and agree that it seems bold on CWL's part to go ahead with it. I don't know that I would get one, but that's not to say that there wouldn't be any temptation.
agree 100%. Nothing I can add to this, took the words right out of my mouth..
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Good looking watch! Also good to see CW keep pushing 'the boundaries' and produce interesting movements.
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Re: C8 Regulator

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We're no longer sneaking previews. Just got an e-mail C8 Regulator is available to pre-order;- http://www.christopherward.co.uk/men/av ... 0Regulator

£995 for the regular version; £1,025 for Black PVD :clap:

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This is a stunning watch. The black dial with sand markings is elegant and reminiscent of WWII aviator pieces. Well done!
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Like it, still not sure on the beige colour though...
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just could not use that kind of setup, either everything in the middle, or max another smaller dial for seconds. nice watch though..
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Its a stunning watch, like the black dial
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This is the one CW watch which I don't yet own and genuinely covet. Apparently it doesn't hack, which surprised me and is its one flaw (seriously CW: regulators were supposed to be super-accurate, and you make a modern one which can't be accurately set...?), but I love the idea and the design. I'd go so far as to say that this is - to me - the most desirable 'big pilot' style watch available at the moment.

I'll have to wait for the PVD version to appear in a sale as I think my wife would leave me were I to spend the best part of £1100 on a watch, but if/when it ever does I'm there.
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wyrdwritere wrote:This is the one CW watch which I don't yet own and genuinely covet. Apparently it doesn't hack, which surprised me and is its one flaw (seriously CW: regulators were supposed to be super-accurate, and you make a modern one which can't be accurately set...?), but I love the idea and the design. I'd go so far as to say that this is - to me - the most desirable 'big pilot' style watch available at the moment.

I'll have to wait for the PVD version to appear in a sale as I think my wife would leave me were I to spend the best part of £1100 on a watch, but if/when it ever does I'm there.
Keep an eye on Sales Corner, they come up occasionally, and I know of one which may come up very soon (if you get my drift?).
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Re: C8 Regulator

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Noted!
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I missed the batch from last week on sale. Anyone know if they popped up on the Canadian site or only the UK site. Thanks.
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v8power wrote:
androo wrote:Been wanting CW to make a regulator for a while but think I would prefer it as a C9. But well done for making it
Same here. Regulator for me is a suit watch, but not this pilot style. But it's boldly style, I don't even know any of pilot-styled regulators.

This one is irreproachable regulator IMO.

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UncleDicky wrote:
v8power wrote:
androo wrote:Been wanting CW to make a regulator for a while but think I would prefer it as a C9. But well done for making it
Same here. Regulator for me is a suit watch, but not this pilot style. But it's boldly style, I don't even know any of pilot-styled regulators.

This one is irreproachable regulator IMO.

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THAT has got to be one of the most confusing dials. How can you tell what time it is at a Glance? I learned to tell time 53 years ago, now I have to relearn? Not possible...
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Re: C8 Regulator

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Regulators were designed to be able to see the minutes more easily. They are a purpose watch. With a bit of practice the time can be just as easily read.
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Re: C8 Regulator

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Haha, it took me a while, but now at least I understand what a regulator is.
Btw, i think it is a stunning watch.