Dr. Romanelli and Bamford Watch Department Unveil Gold Rolex “Popeye” Yachtmaster

Today we’re looking at the Bamford Watch Department’s unique new twist on the iconic Rolex Yachtmaster. The company, which personalizes luxury timepieces, teamed up with Darren Romanelli to create the limited edition Gold “Popeye” Yachtmaster.

The Gold Popeye Yachtmaster is the latest addition to the Bamford Watch Department’s famous Army vs Navy series from 2012. The timepiece begins with an 18K yellow gold Yachtmaster, only the dial features Popeye the Sailor Man, the cartoon who starred in the eponymous comic strips and animated cartoon. According to the manufacture, this piece is the first without the signature black MGT (military grade titanium) coating for which the Bamford Watch Department is known.

George Bamford, the founder of the BWD, told us, “All gold is such a complete departure for us, but we had such a great response to our signature black PVD Army vs Navy series that DRx and I felt that the gold Yachtmaster was the next step.”

Only ten pieces of the BWD x DRx SE Gold Popeye Yachtmaster will be created, with the price available upon request.

Romanelli also added, “I am really looking forward to the release of this follow-up to the Army vs Navy Popeye Yachtmaster. I’m super keen on this gold version of the watch and think it’s an incredible addition to my collaboration with BWD”.

Photos courtesy Bamford Watch Department.

Adrienne Faurote

Editor in Chief · Haute Time

As a former New Yorker, now a “Miamian,” Adrienne Faurote joined Haute Living in August of 2021. She currently serves as the Haute Media Group Editor-in-Chief, overseeing all editorial platforms within the Haute Media Group while also maintaining her role as Fashion, Jewelry & Watch Director. Prior to her position at Haute Living, Faurote was the Market Editor at Marie Claire Magazine US, amassing over ten years in the industry, becoming an authoritative voice in all things fashion, jewelry, and watches.