In the modern office jungle, survival is all about staying ahead of the game. From dodging copier drama to managing the betrayal lurking in the stationery cupboard, the Christopher Ward Desk Diver Watch (£1160) is your ultimate tool for office supremacy. Created in collaboration with Romaric, the cult watch remixer seconde/seconde, the Desk Diver is a playful yet practical twist on the C65 Aquitaine, designed specifically with the office warrior in mind.
Crafted from 316L stainless steel, the Desk Diver is built to handle even the most mundane hazards of office life. With a case height of 12.45mm and a lug-to-lug of 46.68mm, it feels robust yet comfortable on the wrist. It’s pressure-tested to a depth of 200 meters, or as the brand humorously suggests, “200 reams of paper” – because let’s face it, in the office, paperwork can feel just as daunting as a deep-sea dive.
The watch’s dial is where practicality meets personality. Designed for the absent-minded, it features a mini Post-it note as a constant reminder for those tasks you can never remember to write down. The inner bezel is split into sections like ‘meeting’ and ‘power nap’, providing a whimsical yet functional reminder to navigate your day effectively. And to celebrate the small victories of office life, the date window shows a ‘coin’ emoji on the first day of each month – a playful nod to the comforting sight of payday.
Powering the Desk Diver is the Swiss-made Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, known for its accuracy and dependability. This 26-jewel movement has a 38-hour power reserve and runs at a frequency of 4Hz, offering smooth eight ticks per second. With a precision rating of +/- 20 seconds per day, the Desk Diver ensures you’re right on time for your 9-to-5 (or just early enough to leave a lasting impression). The in-built anti-shock system further ensures reliability, even when office life gets bumpy.
The Desk Diver is more than just a timepiece; it’s a celebration of the everyday grind. Whether you’re conquering meetings, taking strategic power naps, or simply savouring the triumph of payday, this watch has your back. With its sapphire bezel, lume-heavy indexes, and quirky details, the Christopher Ward Desk Diver is both a reminder of the humour in office life and an indispensable companion for every workplace Machiavellian.
