Discover the C1 Bel Canto Lumière: Christopher Ward's Luminescent Masterpiece

Taking luminosity to new horological heights, the British watchmaker Christopher Ward has released a fresh take on the popular C1 Bel Canto, namely the Lumière. Crafted specifically for true watch enthusiasts, the Bel Canto Lumière stays true to the essence of its predecessors while taking lume application to an extraordinary level.

Among other iconic features of the series, the watch retains the prominent sonnerie mechanism on the dial, topped by a custom FS01 chiming module, which has been crucial to its success. Designed in bird-like form, its tail gradually ascends with each passing hour, striking the gongs to announce the arrival of the next.

The Lumière is housed in a 41mm grade 5 titanium case with a Sellita SW200-1 base and the proprietary chiming module. Furthermore, to heighten the radiance, even the rubber strap of this timepiece has been infused with Super-LumiNova. Available with three-link or five-link bracelets, those seeking maximum luminescence would opt for the strap variant.

The Christopher Ward’s C1 Bel Canto Lumière, although not universally appealing, has solidified its position as a truly unique timepiece, reinventing the norm with its ultra-modern aesthetic and profusion of exceptional details. A perfect blend of minimalism and flamboyance, it paves the way for more sleek and streamlined versions in the future.