The Best New Watch Releases for August 2026
As the British summer draws to a close we are treated to a flurry of sport-focused watch releases. Which did come as a surprise to me, I had assumed that with so many taking holiday...
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The Christopher Ward + WatchGecko C63 limited-edition automatic GMT was created for enthusiasts who value balance, versatility and mechanical integrity.
Limited to just 100 individually numbered pieces, this exclusive release brings together Christopher Ward’s established Sealander GMT platform with our instinct for everyday wearability and strap versatility.
Crafted in a 39mm stainless steel case, the proportions strike a modern sweet spot. At 11.85mm thick with a 45.8mm lug-to-lug measurement, it wears comfortably across a wide range of wrists, offering presence without excess. With 150 metres of water resistance, this is a genuine go-anywhere sports watch - equally at home on a weekday commute or a long-haul flight.
The grey textured fumé dial delivers depth and subtle character, shifting gently as the light changes. A black DLC bezel provides sharp contrast, while applied indices filled with Super-LumiNova ensure legibility in all conditions. The orange GMT hand introduces a purposeful flash of colour, allowing you to track a second time zone with clarity. Powering the watch is the Swiss-made Sellita SW330-2 automatic movement, a dependable engine for daily wear.
True to our philosophy, strap versatility sits at the heart of this release. This watch is supplied with a complimentary WatchGecko Ridge strap, finished with a unique co-branded buckle. The Ridge design lends a classic, vintage-inspired character, with a subtle ribbed nylon texture reminiscent of traditional military webbing. At 1.2mm thick, the nylon is tough and hardwearing, while stainless steel hardware and an adjustable floating keeper ensure a secure, adaptable fit.
The result is a watch designed to be worn your way - mechanically robust, visually balanced, and ready to adapt.
This version is fitted with CW's famous Bader bracelet, featuring quick release spring bars, screw in links and an on the fly adjustable clasp.
| Case Size | 39mm |
| Dial Colour | Grey Textured Fume Pattern |
| Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Case Colour | Silver |
| Bezel Colour | Black DLC |
| Case Back | Sapphire exhibition with Black DLC Surround and Custom WatchGecko Engraving |
| Height | 11.85mm |
| Lug to Lug | 45.8mm |
| Case Weight | 62g |
| Weight inc. Steel Bracelet | 157g |
| Water Resistance | 15 ATM (150m) |
| Movement | Sellita SW330- 2 with CW Custom Rotor |
| Power Reserve | 56 hours |
| Complication Type | GMT |
| Frequency | 28,800 p/hr (4Hz) |
| Accuracy | +/- 20 sec p/day |
| Lume | SLN X1 BL C1 |
| Lug Width | 20mm |
| Bracelet Weight | 95g |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Christopher Ward was founded in 2004 and specialises in creating high-quality and high-value watches, combining English design with Swiss watchmaking expertise. Each watch is built to a class-leading high specification while keeping prices impressively low. Christopher Ward watches almost exclusively use mechanical movements, either from well-known Swiss specialists like ETA and Sellita, or – in the case of the most exclusive models – their own in-house movement, Calibre SH2.
| Other Features | Steel deployant clasp |
|---|---|
| Other Fittings | Quick-release system |
| Other Style | Micro-adjustable ratchet clasp |
| Strap Brand | Christopher Ward |
| Strap Length | 170mm |
| Strap Material | 316L Steel |
| Strap Material Colour | Bracelet |
| Strap Material Finish | Brushed |
| Strap Style | Bader Bracelet |
| Watch Accuracy | +/- 20 sec p/day |
| Watch Bezel | Black DLC |
| Watch Case Back | Sapphire exhibition with Black DLC Surround and Custom WatchGecko Engraving |
| Watch Case Colour | Silver |
| Watch Case Finish | Brushed with polished chamfers |
| Watch Case Material | Stainless steel |
| Watch Dial Colour | Grey Textured Fume Pattern |
| Watch Diameter | 39mm |
| Watch Lug Width | 20mm |
| Watch Lug Luminescence | SLN X1 BL C1 |
| Watch Movement | Sellita SW330- 2 with CW Custom Rotor |
| Watch Movement Type | Automatic |
| Watch Power Reserve | 56 hours |
| Watch Special Features | Limited Edition |
| Watch Style | GMT |
| Watch Thickness | 11.85mm |
| Watch Water Resistant | 15 ATM (150m) |


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