When making a statement with your timepiece, limited edition watches offer a unique blend of exclusivity, craftsmanship, and style. As well as this, they hold great value; appealing to watch collectors and enthusiasts alike. In this guide, we’ll explore a range of limited edition watches for different styles & budgets. From minimalist designs to bold, luxury pieces, there is a limited edition watch for all tastes; you just have to search hard for it sometimes. As rare as they are personal, these watches hold a special place in many people’s hearts. If the idea of having an exclusive watch appeals to you, read on for more!
Limited Edition Watches for Different Styles & Budgets
RADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic x England Cricket Team (43mm) Clear Dial / Blue Rubber R32153208
Not only is this Rado a limited edition timepiece, but it is also a collaboration between the Swiss watch brand and the England and Wales Cricket Board. The striking design of this timepiece starts with its clear and spartan dial. With a navy blue minute track, it offers the wearer a glimpse of the R808 automatic movement that powers the watch. The dial also exhibits brushed rhodium-coloured applied hands and indices with a white Super-LumiNova coating. Measuring 43mm in diameter, a matte navy blue high-tech ceramic monobloc case frames the dial. A polished navy blue high-tech ceramic rotating bezel, with a white high-tech ceramic insert, also frames the dial. Overleaf, the navy blue coloured PVD-coated titanium case back, with a sapphire crystal, features the words LIMITED EDITION, No XXX/150”, a confirmation of the series size, and the specially metallised words “OFFICIAL TIMING PARTNER” along with the ECB logo.
Within the case, and visible through the sapphire crystal case back, is the R808 automatic movement that powers the watch. The movement itself comes with an anti-magnetic and highly reliable Nivachron hairspring that has been fully tested in five positions. As well as this, it provides up to 80 hours of power reserve! A navy blue rubber strap with a high-tech ceramic buckle cover concludes the design of this limited edition watch. And for an additional note, the watch comes with noteworthy packaging. A limited edition certificate verifies its exclusivity. A seamless blend of craftsmanship and cricket, this limited edition watch brings together two iconic brands. Promising athleticism, precision and robustness, it is a piece both sports and watch enthusiasts are sure to appreciate.
Squale 1521 Marina Militare Limited Edition (42mm) Black Dial / Black Microfiber Strap 1521MARINA.MIBK
Limited to only 500 pieces, this watch is a partnership between Squale and the Italian Navy – Marina Militare. The black brossè-finished dial exhibits a mix of applied Super-LumiNova baton and dot indices and bold Super-LumiNova hands. The dial also features the iconic 1521 minute hand, the official Navy logo and a minute track around the flange; all of which are that bright and symbolic orange colour. Further playing with this significant colour, the minute hands and first quarter of the bezel feature it in the form of Super-LumiNova. The rest of the hands, indices and bezel markings feature a standard SuperLuminova coating. For increased functionality, a date aperture replaces the 3 o’clock position. Measuring 42mm in diameter, a brushed stainless steel case, with a flat and anti-reflective sapphire crystal, frames the dial. Alongside this is a unidirectional rotating bezel of the same material, with a black aluminium insert. And thanks to the screw-in crown, the watch boasts an impressive 500 metres of water resistance.
Housed within the high-quality stainless steel case is the watch’s Sellita SW 200-1 automatic movement. Beating at a frequency of 28,800 A/H (4 Hz) and with 26 jewels, it provides the limited edition watch with a power reserve of up to 38 hours. A water-resistant, black, microfiber strap that fastens with a buckle clasp concludes the design of the Squale 1521 Marina Militare. Both its orange stitching and orange underside reinforce the significance of the colour and the part it plays within Squale and the Navy’s relationship. However, if this strap is not quite to your taste, an additional Squale-branded, natural rubber, black strap also comes included with the watch. A celebratory, historical, and high-performance watch, the Squale 1521 Marina Militare is as unique as it is significant.
Police Forever Batman Limited Edition (45mm) Charcoal Dial / Black Leather Strap PEWGD0022601
Alfred serves up a side of bat-itude, and with this Forever Batman watch on your wrist, you’ll be serving bat-itude too! Following a sleek and dark design, the black and semi-transparent charcoal dial features the iconic Bat symbol at its centre. With its wings spread, this bat is ready for flight. For a tactical touch, the dial also features a display backlight which glows green with the simple press of a button; it’s armed and ready for both day and night missions. Alongside this, the dial exhibits silver-tone baton indices and silver-tone skeleton-style hands. Measuring 45mm in diameter, a black IP-plated case frames the dial. Showcasing both the Police and Batman emblems, it reinforces the collectable and exclusive nature of the watch. Moreover, the case aids the watch’s 50-metre water resistance rating. So no matter what quest you’re undertaking, the watch is a suitable and practical companion.
Within the dark and mysterious case lies the watch’s quartz movement. A practical and reliable option, it ensures accurate timekeeping at all times. Adding both style and functionality, a textured black leather strap secures the watch on the wrist. Fastening with a pin buckle clasp, it ensures a safe, secure and comfortable fit on the wrist. Highlighting the exclusive nature of the watch, it comes complete with a collectable box and card of authenticity. This Forever Batman watch showcases that even in the darkest of times the beacon of hope still shines. But bat your eyelashes and you’ll miss it, as the watch is part of a limited edition collection!
Maurice Lacroix Aikon Quartz #TIDE Camo Limited Edition (40mm) Arctic Pink ‘Vagues du Jura’ Dial / Arctic Pink Camo AI2008-2992Z-000-0
Limited to 1000 pieces, this Aikon #tide Camo is made for the urban jungle. And although camo typically blends in, on this model it does the exact opposite; creating a stunning statement of colour. The grey dial exhibits black-plated baton indices and matching hands with a white Super-LumiNova coating. Alongside this, a date aperture features at the 3 o’clock position. Acting as a nod to Maurice Lacroix’s home of the Franched Montagnes, the dial follows a ‘Vagues du Jura’ design. Not only does this add to the overall contemporary appeal of the watch but it also showcases the skilled craftsmanship used in producing it. Measuring 40mm in diameter, a grey ocean-bound upcycled plastic case frames the dial. Known as #tide, the material is extremely durable and its production has a much smaller carbon footprint than virgin plastic. A pink bezel with the brand’s eye-catching six ‘claws’ design also frames the dial.
Within the case lies the watch’s reliable Swiss-made quartz movement. The brand’s reputation as a luxury name reinforces the quality of the movement behind the modern style of the timepiece. Continuing the arctic pink colour scheme, a pink and grey camo-design M-branded rubber strap secures the watch to the wrist. Its #tide ocean-bound upcycled plastic buckle ensures a safe, secure and sustainable fit. However, if this strap is not to your taste, it can easily be switched out for another thanks to Maurice Lacroix’s Easy Change System. Why not get creative and add a blue strap to this pink piece? After all, it already impresses with its exclusive nature.
Bulova Jet Star Limited Edition (40mm) Silver Dial / Stainless Steel SET 96K112
This limited edition Bulova Jet Star comes straight from the 1970s. An iconic model from the brand’s impressive history, now equipped with an equally impressive movement, what’s not to like? The vivid silver sunburst dial is accented by a blue and red chapter ring, applied blue and red baton indices, white dot indices and bold red hands. For exceptional legibility, in every environment, the dot indices and hands each feature a luminescent fill. Moreover, a date aperture sits at 3 o’clock. Borrowing from its historic forebear, the stainless steel case follows a striking angular design. Measuring 40mm in diameter, it features broad facets and a domed sapphire crystal for enhanced durability. Overleaf, the stainless steel case back features an engraving of the words ‘LIMITED EDITION’ alongside its limited edition number; for example, 120/7300.
Within the high-quality stainless steel case lies Bulova’s Precisionist movement. A revolutionary 8-jewel quartz mechanism vibrating at a remarkable 262kHz, it is accurate to 5 seconds per month and also has increased resistance to temperature changes. In addition to this, the movement also comes with a sweeping second hand. Complementing the stainless steel case is a matching bracelet. Fastening with a deployment clasp, it ensures great security on the wrist. This limited edition watch is part of a set, so it also comes with an additional blue leather strap. With a perforated design and red contrast stitching, it gives the wearer the option to lend a sportier look to the wrist.
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