Known for its exceptional value and robust Swiss engineering, the Christopher Ward Trident-Pro is a reliable daily companion that, like any automatic mechanical watch, requires routine maintenance to keep its heart—the 26 jewel Sellita SW200-1 movement—beating accurately.
We offer a comprehensive repairs service for all watches – be they modern or vintage. Our workshop is fully equipped to a high standard and we are able to cover a full range of interventions up to full servicing and repair.
“Regular servicing every 3-5 years is essential to preserve the beauty and functionality of your watch, ensuring it lasts for generations to come.”
This Christopher Ward Trident-Pro watch arrived with us working, though it was no longer working reliably for our client. As it had not been serviced in many years, a full service was certainly needed. A quick check on the timegrapher confirms this, as amplitude is low an this is affecting the rate. From the condition of the case and glass we can see it’s a daily wear watch, which is always nice to see. Watches like this are meant to be worn and enjoyed, rather than kept in a box.
Christopher Ward Trident-Pro Repair & Servicing
On disassembly of the Sellita SW200-1 movement powering this watch, we found the automatic mechanism showed signs of wear. This is common if watches are worn every day and perhaps not maintained as often as they should be. The reversing wheels were both necked – so the pivots were worn out – and in need of replacement.
When servicing a watch we completely disassemble the movement, conducting an initial pre-clean by hand before cleaning the entire movement in our specialist Elma Solvex watch movement cleaning machine. We then reassemble the movement, using oils and greases to ensure optimal performance as per the manufacturers specification.
Once fully serviced and cased up we pressure test to confirm water resistance – in this instance up to the original 300m water resistant rating. We can then test timekeeping performance using equipment like our Elma Cyclomotion automatic watch winder over a number of days. After final quality control this fantastic Christopher Ward Trident-Pro Watch is ready to collect. Another lovely watch restored back to excellent working order.
Summary:
Our comprehensive watch repair service is designed to restore both vintage and modern timepieces to their original glory. This Christopher Ward Trident-Pro watch underwent a full service, including the replacement of worn components and precision reassembly using specialist equipment. With expert care, we ensure your watch performs optimally, maintaining its beauty and functionality for years to come. Whether your watch needs a simple intervention or a complete overhaul, our skilled team is equipped to handle every detail with the utmost precision.
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