Words: Charlie Thomas
Bamford Watch Department hold a unique position within the watch world. First started in 2003, they offer a personalisation service like no other, giving watch lovers a chance to put their own unique spin on some of the finest timepieces in the world.
What makes Bamford Watch Department particularly interesting is that they operate independently of the watch brands they work on, similar to the relationship of Brabus and Mercedes-Benz. Quality is at the forefront of everything they do, whether the customer uses their own design or one from BWD’s own impressive range. Here are our 3 favourite watches from Bamford Watch Department.
ROLEX DAYTONA
The quintessential chronograph, the Rolex Daytona is iconic in every sense of the word. With this example, Bamford Watch Department have re-created the ‘Paul Newman’ panda dial, even complete with the squared mini-dial hands and red outer second markers.
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS
Given that they specialise in customising sports watches, it would seem wrong for Bamford Watch Department not to have worked on the Nautilus. Although some of their pieces are overly eccentric, the more paired-back designs such as this are perfectly suitable for the modern gentleman.
ROLEX GMT MASTER II
In our opinion, customisation is pointless unless it improves on the original. In this case, the subtle tweaks combine to create a finished product arguably more attractive than a factory fresh GMT Master II. Rolex’s famous day/night (blue/black) bezel has become the centre-point of this piece. The striking blue is further used on the dial, with both the logo and date getting the treatment. The case and bracelet are also finished in a gun-metal stainless steel, which has become somewhat of a signature for Bamford Watch Department.
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