fragment design x Bamford Watch Department – fragment Submariner & fragment Daytona

Not entirely new to each, Hiroshi Fujiwara and his fragment design label teamed up once again with Bamford Watch Department. We can safely say that this new collaboration, which includes a fragment design x Bamford Watch Department Rolex Daytona and a fragment design x Bamford Watch Department Rolex Submariner watch, is by far the strongest that we have seen from the two.

Fujiwara not only being a Rolex fan, but also an avid collector since many years, took a very subtle, refined, yet smart and unique approach to the design of the two watches. Inspired by other watches in the Japanese designer’s collection, the outcome is timeless and beautiful.

“The fragment Submariner features the Bamford Watch Department’s unmatched MGT (Military Grade Titanium) coating to give the watch a sleek, timeless black sheen, which is then combined with subtle red highlights on the blacked-out dial and second hand, as well as the Fragment logo on the dial. The fragment Daytona, on the other hand, has received the same elegant black Bamford MGT treatment, but instead features a more striking design, consisting of a black dial with white sub-dials and resplendent blue and white highlights.”

Both watches are limited to 15 pieces globally and are exclusively available through Bamford Watch Department. Furthermore Bamford is holding an exclusive launch event at Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, tomorrow, May 23. If you are around, it might be worth passing by and reserving yours right on the spot.

Black Limited Edition by Alejandro Alcocer Rolex GMT Master II

Designer and watch fanatic Alejandro Alcocer advances his range of limited edition custom matte black Rolexes with the repurposing of a vintage GMT Master II. Alleged to have originally released in the 1960s exclusively for the Royal British Army, this updated wristwatch continues to awe even the most novice of watch collectors. The made in Switzerland GMT Master II features a 904L stainless steel base with Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) matte black carbon coating, a Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC)-certified chronometer, a high-contrast display with luminous markers and a bidirectional rotating 24-hour graduated bezel. Further details include a layer of Diamond-Like Coating (DLC) for added strength, an oyster-styled bracelet with flat three-piece links, a Swiss automatic (self-winding) movement and acrylic crystal. Alcocer only made 50 of these beauties and retailer SSENSE was lucky enough to get its hands on number 48. Pick it up here before someone else with $20,000 USD to spare beats you to it.

Blender Agency x Prohunter Rolex Military Submariner

To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Oslo-based fashion showroom Blender Agency commissioned a limited edition Rolex Military Submariner design from custom watch master, Prohunter. Agency owners and Rolex collectors Magnus Thorud and Kyrre Alver collaborated to create the watch, which features a sleek update to the original 1972 design. The 40mm case is coated in black carbon with special military ceramic inserts from Switzerland. Along with the Rolex crown, the custom black bezel insert includes white logos from Blender and Prohunter, surrounded by the full 60 minute markers. Finishing the works of art are the classic G10 straps, available in black, green or custom camouflage. Each watch back is engraved with the edition number, from 1 to 10, and “BLENDER AGENCY 10th.” These treasures are available only by request to the Blender Agency.

Bamford Watch Department All Black Dial Explorer I

Bamford Watch Department unveils its latest timepiece, the All Black Dial Explorer I. A contemporary take on the classic Rolex Explorer I, Bamford Watch Department has applied its signature PVD coating to the exterior of the watch and blacked out almost the entire face of the watch for a sleek, tonal look. As with all Bamford timepieces, this model will be available in strictly limited numbers. Find out more at Bamford Watch Department.

Rolex officially launches Tudor watch USA For the Sub- $5000 Market

While the Tudor brand may be familiar to those in Europe and Asia, their presence inside  the U.S.A. has been limited to collectors and fans for some time. This week, the mothership at Rolex announced that their new subsidiary, Tudor Watch USA, LLC, will once again bring the maker stateside this summer. Word from the gents at Hodinkee is that the Tudor collection will sit below the $5,000 mark making it just a touch more friendly for those looking to enter the premium watch market.

Bamford Watch Department Rolex Sky-Dweller

Bamford Watch Department announces their brand new customized Rolex Sky-Dweller – available in the signature Black MPVD coating with Bamford aqua and white accent colors on a black dial. The Sky-Dweller is one of the first complication watches to be reimagined by the creative forces of the Bamford Watch Department and features the ability to display the time in two time zones simultaneously, but can also tastefully display the date and month on the same dial. In addition, the new 9001 caliber movement is not only one of the most complex movements available, but also one of the most reliable. Simplicity, luxury, reliability, and geography-defying elegance – certainly everything a person could want in a watch. Due to the highly sought after nature of the piece, the Bamford Sky-Dweller will be available in an extremely exclusive run of 8 pieces for £43,500 GBP (approximately $69,700 USD).

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date is a COSC certified, self-winding chronometer manufactured by Rolex. Initially presented in 1956, the Day-Date was the first watch to display the date, as well as the day, in its entirety. The Day-Date is one of Rolex's watches that is exclusively offered only in solid 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold, 18k rose gold and platinum. Additionally Rolex manufactures a specific bracelet only available for the Day-Date line, the President bracelet.

Rolex Blaken Explorer II “Red Wood”

German premium watch customizer Blaken enters 2013 and adds the new Rolex Explorer II to their collection. Next to giving the iconic watch the signature Blaken black diamond like coating, the branding on the dial and the second time zone hand have been turned red, making a nice contrast. Take a further look at the watch in the above gallery.

You can order one of the watches, which is limited to 25 pieces globally, for 11’750 Euros here.