Mike France, Founder

Christopher Ward is an English-Swiss brand and the UK’s largest mechanical watchmaker. Founded in 2004, it pioneered the world’s first online-only premium watch model, now serving customers in 100+ countries. Creator of the Calibre SH21 (now called Calibre CW-001), the first commercially viable in-house movement from a British brand in over 50 years, it won at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève in 2023 for the Bel Canto, was named Brand of the Year by T3 in 2024, and Best British Watch Brand of the Year by WatchPro in 2025 for the third consecutive year. The company’s commitment to quality and affordability has solidified its position as a leader in the watchmaking industry.