From SwissWatchExpo…
Spotlight on: The watches of British sports superstar, David Beckham.
David Beckham is one of the world’s most famous soccer players, and definitely one
of the biggest names in sports.
While he has retired in 2013 after an illustrious 20-year career, he went on to become an advocate
for different causes and a global style icon.
Despite retiring from sports, David Beckham remains a formidable personality – and the
brands who continue to trust him show just that.
Which brands are part of David's watch collection?
And which model is his favorite as of late?
Stay tuned, to find out.
Rolex comprises the majority of David’s timepieces.
Let’s start with his classic sports watches.
David is most often photographed with his Rolex Seadweller Deepsea.
With an exceptional depth rating of 12,800 ft, the Deepsea is made for saturated diving.
But still has the looks of a classic Rolex sports watch.
A Rolex collection won’t be complete without the Rolex Daytona.
This model is one of the most coveted, for its Oystersteel finish, and black Cerachrom
bezel.
A robust watch with a classic look.
One of David’s stand-out pieces is the Rolex Yacht-Master II in yellow gold.
Currently Rolex’s largest watch at 44mm, it features a rotatable blue ring ceramic
bezel and a regatta countdown timer, to synchronize the yacht racing time.
David is also a huge fan of vintage Rolex pieces, and he adds a unique touch by using
custom straps.
This 18k yellow gold Rolex Datejust is a classic that collectors know and love, but on a brown
leather strap in place of the classic Jubillee bracelet.
The pairing gives it a more subtle dress watch look.
One of the more unique watches that David has is this gold and steel vintage GMT Master
with a brown nipple dial and brown bezel.
Instead of a traditional Rolex bracelet, the watch sits on a brown leather fatstrap.
Of course, the Rolex Submariner won’t be missing in a Rolex collector’s arsenal.
The custom leather strap gives the classic diver watch a markedly different style than
the traditional Oyster bracelet.
David has also customized one of his favorite modern Rolex pieces.
He owns a Rolex Sea-Dweller in a blacked out version which was customized by Bamford Watch
Department.
David’s not all about Rolex though!
He owns a rare and impressive Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial watch.
The platinum watch features a stunning, sapphire dial astronomical display that represents
the movement of the night sky.
These days, you’ll be seeing more Tudor watches on the wrist of David Beckham.
He wears a two-tone Heritage Black Bay, which is a modern take on the brand’s diver watches
from the seventies.
This comes as David signed on as the brand ambassador for the Tudor Watch Company – a
good match for someone who, like the brand, has successfully reinvented himself.
David Beckham’s watches are truly fitting of his status as a sports and style icon.
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