Free worldwide delivery 60 month movement guarantee Find out about Christopher Ward’s quick-release straps: a cure to an age-old problem Share Nothing changes a watch’s character more effectively than a new strap. But switching between straps is an incredibly fiddly operation that often involves watchmaker’s tools, case scratches and severely raised blood-pressure levels. Until now. What’s the big deal with changing a strap? Fastening a strap has never been the problem – certainly with Christopher Ward’s range. But changing the strap has always been a pain, involving special watchmaker’s tools, fiddly little pins and a lot of patience. The watch industry has shown little enthusiasm for changing this. We thought differently. Which is why we’ve pioneered our revolutionary quick-release straps. And how did you do that? By designing a quick-release mechanism that makes changing straps and bracelets a breeze. Instead of buying a specialist tool, trying (and failing) to push spring-loaded pins into the strap, then fitting that strap into the watch lugs, you slide a pusher on the bottom of the strap. Then it’s a matter of taking the strap out or pushing a new one in. It takes seconds. This sounds a small thing, but it makes dressing up or dressing down your watch a pleasure, and gives you endless options for customisation. What’s so special about Christopher Ward straps? Aside from the quick-release mechanism: the quality and the variety. Remember, we’re watch-lovers as much as we’re watchmakers, so we understand the importance of a great strap. If you want a vintage look, you might go for a canvas – or ‘NATO’ – strap. Alternatively, if you’re after a luxurious feel, our dress watches look particularly dashing with a cordovan leather strap. Others love the toughness of our hybrid rubber straps. The only limit is your imagination. Learn how to change a strap The Trident has always been a masculine timepiece, and the stainless steel bracelet it’s associated with gives it a classic, rugged look Do metal straps have the quick-release mechanism, too? Yes, and this is something that works exceptionally well on our range of Trident diving watches. The Trident has always been a masculine timepiece, and the stainless steel bracelet it’s associated with gives it a classic, rugged look. But when you swap the bracelet for a Tiber leather or hybrid strap, it becomes a different beast altogether. It’s like owning a new watch. Previous article Next article Read Loupe online now Want to sample Loupe magazine? You can read all our back issues on your computer, tablet or phone. Just click on the link below – it’ll take you to Issuu, where every edition is stored. Take me to Loupe Designed in England Made in Switzerland 60 day free returns 60 month movement guarantee Free delivery worldwide Sign up to our newsletter and receive exclusive offers and news. By submitting your request you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Sign up Our community Our showroom Events Forum CW challengers About us Our story Loupe magazine Bespoke Morgan Careers Customer support Contact us FAQs How to videos 60|60 Guarantee Gifting Delivery and returns Service and repairs Owner's handbooks Privacy and cookie policy Terms and conditions European Union EUR By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Learn More Accept All Cookies Cookies Settings