One of the best things about starting a collection of any kind is finding new and interesting pieces to add. Below we’ve listed 5 unique watches for your collection, each with a more unusual design than the next. The watches stand out not only because of their one-of-a-kind silhouettes but also due to their innovative movements and engineering.
Seiko 5 Sport One Piece Law Limited Edition SRPH63K1
Seiko’s anime watches have a unique inspiration, not only a unique design. This Seiko 5 Sport timepiece is inspired by Trafalgar D. Water Law from the anime One Piece. The watch has a stainless steel case with a black unidirectional bezel. Inspired by the character art, the watch has a white dial with black spots as well as a black silicone strap with white spots. Features included on the watch are luminescent hands and indices, a day aperture as well as a date window. The case back of the watch is orange with an image of the mark of Corazon. The model is part of Seiko’s One Piece collection. The line also has watches inspired by Luffy, Sanji, Zoro and Sabo.
STORM Darth Gold Stainless Steel Watch 47001/GD/BK
The Storm Darth watch is one of the more unusual watches from the brand. Though Storm is known for its unique futuristic designs, the Darth stands out with its dial and case shape. The watch’s bracelet and case are made of gold-coloured stainless steel. An elevated cut glass crystal covers the black dial. The watch is powered by a quartz mechanism.
Baume & Mercier Baume Ocean | Limited Edition | Automatic | M0A10587
The Baume & Mercier Baume Ocean watch is a fantastic addition to your collection. Not only does this watch have a modern design it is also created in collaboration with WFO and the SEAQUAL initiative. The model is made of environmentally conscious materials. The case measures 42 mm and is made of black Aluminium RPP. The watch also has a grey strap made of recycled plastic. A recycled button secures the back of the strap to the watch case. The unique design of this watch extends to the handlebar-like lugs and the contemporary dial. Blue elements on the dial and the top-stitching tie in the watch design.
Nixon Grateful Dead Light Wave Watch A1340-3042-00
Though the case of the watch and the silhouette is fairly understated, the design of this Grateful Dead-inspired watch is unique. The case is made of black recycled ocean plastic. Covering the dial is a hardened mineral crystal. The dual-coloured dial has a 13 point lightning bolt splitting the blue and red. The movement of the watch is solar quartz. Securing the timepiece is a blue and grey fabric strap.
U-Boat Darkmoon 44mm Noble Green IPB/ Rubber Strap 8698
Last but not least on our list is the U-Boat Darkmoon. The timepiece is created for ultimate performance. The watch has a stainless steel case with IPB polished treatment which measures 44 mm in diameter. A black rubber strap secures the watch. The dial of the watch is made of two layers. A beige underlayer shows through the green Soleil dial. The case is filled with a special oil that emphasizes the dial and increases the readability of the watch. The oil also works to keep the movement working smoothly.
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