Jesse James
A stunning timepiece can do a lot for one’s style. The good folks over at Bamford London are back with a new collaborative timepiece that is sure to draw some attention. Bamford London has aligned with tire maker Michelin for a new limited-edition iteration of the B347 monopusher chronograph. The timepiece includes a rubber strap made from recycled Michelin Pilot Sport 5 test tires with a unique yellow fleck and a reproduction of the tire’s tread pattern.
George Bamford spoke about the collaboration. He stated: “What started out as a light-bulb moment, stood next to a line-up of Porsches at a car meet with a friend who works at Michelin, has developed into this stunning display of two pioneering brands.” Mr. Bamford added, “The racing-inspired design, lightweight carbon body, integrating the recycled tire rubber and marking this by adding the tread pattern from their latest tire – it all works.”
The timepiece boasts a tachymeter scale bezel with a black and white checkered flag finish, while Michelin yellow adorns the hands. The 133-piece forged carbon limited edition design is powered by a Sellita SW510 automatic movement. The timepiece arrives in a custom presentation box featuring ‘Bibendum’ or Michelin Man.
Check out the new timepiece in the images below, and look for the Michelin x Bamford London B347 Pilot Sport now via Bamford London. In the meantime, keep it locked with The Culture Curators for more style and accessories coming very soon.
Photos via Bamford London
