Inspired by its monochromatic American flag designs, SoCal label Stampd introduces its clean take on the classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust. Coupling a 36mm stainless steel case with an 18k white gold fluted bezel and Oyster bracelet, the timeless piece is enhanced by a stars and stripes motif across the dial while the inner bezel features Stampd’s theme of “MADE TO MAKE IT” alongside a proto-existentialist quote from 17th century Catholic priest Balasar Gracian, reading “TIME AND I AGAINST ANY TWO.” Finished with the Stampd Los Angeles signature seal engraved on the back of the case, the special edition timepiece is limited to just 10 pieces and will be available at 12pm PST come November 9th.

Take a good look at this vintage (c.1968-1969) Rolex watch ($4,150). Made of stainless steel and yellow gold, this watch has a black dial background, applied rectangle markers and báton hands with a second hand that sweeps the center. The bezel and crown are both made of yellow gold and the nylon NATO buckle strap has a pink and black striped pattern. Are you in a hurry to add this to your collection?

Bamford Watch Department’s latest custom wrist accessory finds them adding a stylish and “blacked out” design element to the classic diving instrument from Rolex. Key features include a 40mm case made from a 904L steel that is waterproof down to 1000 feet, as well as subtle hits of sky blue on the second hand that infuses a nice bit of contrast to the sleek watch. The Non-Date Submariner can be inquired about via Bamford’s website.

Known as a luxury brand that likes to let their goods speak for themselves, Rolex unveils a collection video that does just that. Showcasing models that include the Datejust II, Day-Date, Yacht-Master II and Cosmograph Daytona, closeup imagery reveals stunning silver and gold pieces with immaculate styling. In its constant quest for excellence, Rolex combines tradition and creativity with technical innovation and design. Enjoy.

The latest bespoke creation from luxury watch customizers, Bamford Watch Department, arrives in the form of a customized BWD Rolex Milgauss labeled, The Love Heart. The new 40mm Milgauss features military grade PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and is color-moded to fit an all-black-everything mentality with the exception of the custom face. The custom face is boldly emblazoned with the verbiage, “I LOVE YOU.” The statement is embellished in red with matching hour markers, hands and outline heart motifs donning the same red hue. Look for this elusive custom timepiece through select stockists of Bamford Watch Department Rolexes. [See More]

A stunning new military-style watch, road tested on tour in Afghanistan, has just been released for Spring 2012. Utilizing Bamford Watch Department’s unique PVD coating process and featuring a modern twist on an historic design, the California Dial Submariner is an exciting addition to the Bamford range. The California Dial was originally designed for Allied forces during World War II and features a mix of roman numerals and Arabic numbers meant to act as a “geographic shield” for troops who might be captured by the enemy. [Read More]

52 years after a Rolex watch accompanied the Trieste on its historic descent to 10,916 metres (35,800 feet) in the Mariana trench, National Geographic explorer-in-residence James Cameron, on board the DEEPSEA CHALLENGER, prepares to go even deeper. This time again, a Rolex watch, the Deepsea Challenge, is part of the expedition. Gain a unique insight into the skill and unequalled know-how that went into making this experimental watch. Discover more about DEEPSEA CHALLENGE here. Enjoy.

When it was first introduced to the world in 1945, the Rolex Datejust was the first wristwatch with a date function. The Datejust was also the basis on which the Explorer, Submariner, and Sea Dweller watches were built. It has long since been considered the ‘queen’ of the Rolex family, and a symbol of the brand’s place in elegance, luxury, and horological history. [Read More]

Bamford Watch Department, a watchmaker known for taking already elegantly-crafted steel timepieces and personalizing them to your own tastes, releases yet another Rolex for customization.

This time around the British watch label presents a race-car driver’s favorite, the Rolex Daytona, with fully-customizable options, including color selection for the hands, markers, text, as well as personal engraving. This one of a kind watch can be purchased at Hong Kong retailer I.T Kingston.

Bamford Watch Department, a watchmaker that is known for its personalized timepieces, has released this new customized version of the Rolex Milgauss “Black Rose”.

To follow up on past colorways of the Milgauss, this black edition is featured with contrasting purple hands on the watch face. Adorned with elegant inscriptions throughout the casing, each item is a one off piece produced every 8 weeks to the specifications of the client.