C60 Pool Diver

Christopher Ward has unveiled the C60 Pool Diver, a new summer-themed collaboration with seconde/seconde/ that follows the brand's earlier C65 Desk Diver.

Created with Romaric André of seconde/seconde/, this model takes the familiar dive watch format and makes it just a little less serious. The sandblasted white dial is divided into five zones, with corresponding icons on the bezel for poolside activities, while the date disc becomes a drinks indicator.

In terms of specs, there is still a very capable watch underneath all of that. Christopher Ward lists a 41mm stainless steel case, 11.45mm height, 47.8mm lug-to-lug measurement, 20 ATM / 200m water resistance, a white ceramic unidirectional bezel, anti-reflective sapphire crystal and a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve.

The version linked here comes on Christopher Ward's Bader bracelet for US$1,475, while the blue, orange and white Aquaflex rubber strap versions are listed at US$1,250. The official page shows the C60 Pool Diver as a pre-order, with the order window closing on June 24th.

It is a fairly silly idea, but in a way that feels rather self-aware. Most dive watches spend more time around pools, desks and dinner tables than dive boats, and the C60 Pool Diver at least seems happy to admit it.

For more information see Christopher Ward's website.