Having just returned from France wearing the wristwatch, some 25 others were interested in having the same finish applied to their watch, thus the concept of the Bamford Watch Department was born.
He got his Rolex watch DLC coated – a technique that turns the watch black for a sleeker, more modern finish. Having worn it to a formal event one evening and discovered he wore the same wristwatch as many other attendees on the night, he began researching ways to make his watch stand out from the crowd. Some of his favourites have included the Breitling Navitimer and the classic Rolex Datejust. Bamford’s interests have always been deep seated in motorsport racing, vintage cars and above all, sports watches. The concept behind company founder, George Bamford’s vision started with a black Rolex watch. Initially starting as a company that would customize globally leading brand names, the Bamford Watch Department has also laid claim to two other customization techniques and has collaborated with some of Switzerland’s most prestigious watch brands to add another dimension to modern day timekeeping. Renowned not only for making watches of its own but also for its expertise in watch customization, the company has been building its portfolio for just a few years but has made great advancements in this field of expertise. The Bamford Watch Company has been setting itself apart since the year 2016.