This time it’s not on your wrist: BEAMS BOY × TIMEX tortoiseshell Camper ring watch makes a cute debut
A must-have for vintage girls!
Summary
- A BEAMS BOY 50th-anniversary exclusive created with TIMEX, reviving the classic 1990s ring watch concept.
- Miniaturized from the popular tortoiseshell Camper model from Fall/Winter 2020, blending a military feel with jewelry-like detail.
- After repeated trials, the classic tortoiseshell pattern (Tortoise Shell) has been successfully reproduced on the metal expansion band.
- Comes with a special airtight storage case by American brand TIGHT VAC, complete with a clear stand inside for display.
The accessories you choose can quietly reveal your taste and lifestyle. If you’re used to wearing metal bracelet or leather-strap watches, turn your attention to your fingertips instead. For its 50th-anniversary special project, BEAMS BOY has once again partnered with longtime collaborator TIMEX on a Ring Watch that balances vintage appeal with finely crafted details.
This special-edition piece is based on the tortoiseshell “Camper” colorway released for Fall/Winter 2020, faithfully scaling down its original large dial with a rugged military feel. Its inspiration dates back to a line of ring watches TIMEX sold in the 1990s, recreating the warm texture of vintage plastic, Lucite, and acrylic in ring form. Most impressive, after repeated trial and error, the team succeeded in reproducing delicate tortoiseshell markings on the flexible expandable band. Worn on the hand, it feels like a classic piece of jewelry bearing the marks of time.
For readers who love vintage clothing or retro style, this ring watch retains the Camper’s signature 24-hour military-style numerals and everyday water resistance while offering the decorative appeal of jewelry. The accompanying packaging is equally well considered: it uses a sealed container from the well-known American storage brand TIGHT VAC, along with a custom transparent stand that makes the watch look like a museum collectible when stored.
This BEAMS BOY × TIMEX special-edition Ring Watch is priced at ¥22,000, including tax. Pre-orders are now open, and it will officially go on sale at BEAMS BOY stores and the official online shop on September 11. If you’d like to add an understated retro touch to your everyday looks, consider adding it to your shopping list early.
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