Introducing the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Rocks — now in four gem-tastic hues
Ladies and gents, rock hounds and watch nerds alike — brace yourselves. Christopher Ward has just dropped a quartet of stunners in the C63 Sealander Rocks lineup, marrying nature’s showpieces with horological flair. These aren’t just watches — they’re wrists bedecked in semi-precious gemstone swagger.
The four new colours are:
Yellow Tiger Eye (36mm) — that golden-brown chatoyant shimmer is impossible to miss.
Malachite (36mm) — vivid green striations that whisper “lush forest vibes.”
Turquoise (36mm) — a bright teal stone-face that channels desert lagoons (or your holiday dreams).
Charoïte (36mm) — swirling purple with lavender streaks, elegant and a little mystical.
Credit - Christopher Ward
Why we’re absolutely smitten
Natural flair meets precision engineering. Each dial isn’t just painted — it captures the texture and depth of real stones, giving you a “one-of-a-kind” vibe even among siblings in the collection.
Colour with character. Whether you’re after a bold pop (Turquoise), something regal (Charoïte), leafy and effortless (Malachite), or warmly neutral-but-interesting (Tiger Eye), there’s a tone for every wrist mood.
Still unmistakably Sealander. The Rocks variants retain all the ergonomic goodness: the Light-catcher™ case, solid build, lume, wearability and the subtle CW DNA beneath the gemstone show.
Trend-savvy but not gimmicky. Stone-faced (or “gemstone dial”) watches have been quietly trending — think textured dials, mineral finishes, and natural surfaces making their way into the mainstream. The Sealander Rocks lean into that trend without tipping into tacky.
The stone-faced watch renaissance (yes, that’s a thing)
Here’s the tea: in recent years, watchmakers have been experimenting more with non-traditional dials — enamel, meteorite, aventurine, mother of pearl — in pursuit of tactile, organic stories. Among these, stone-inspired dials (or actual thin slices of stone, or textured finishes that mimic stone) are quietly gaining traction as a way to inject natural character and uniqueness into otherwise “tool” or “sporty” timepieces.
The Sealander Rocks hit this sweet spot: they’re rugged enough to live the life, yet visually rich enough to stop a few glances. They tap into that trend without trying to leapfrog into haute joaillerie territory. Smart move.
A few quips and caveats (nothing’s perfect — just mostly)
The 36mm sizing means these are ideal for wrists that don’t want something domed and heavy. The smaller case helps the stone dials shine without overwhelming the wrist.
Because each stone pattern is unique, two “Charoïte” dials may differ slightly — if you’re a perfectionist, that’s part of the charm (or frustration, depending on your OCD level).
As with any coloured or textured dial, legibility is always something to check in different lighting. The contrasting hands, indices and lume help, but you might want to eyeball in sunlight, shade and artificial light just to be sure.
Final verdict
We reckon the C63 Sealander Rocks are a winner. They bring fresh personality into the Sealander line without losing the core strengths — they’re wearable, tasteful, full of character and just bold enough to make a statement. In a sea of generic black, blue and silver dials, these gemstone beauties are a breath of fresh (quartz) air.
If you like your watches with a side of geology, or you simply want something different (but reliable), keep your eyes locked on these. We suspect they’ll be snapped up by collectors and casual wearers alike — and with good reason.
Buy now. Before they sell out!
