One of the greatest things about covering the micro-brand segment of the watch industry is that we get to watch companies grow?usually out of one person?s vision?and every once in a while a handful of these companies emerge from the crucible of the startup market to create something truly groundbreaking. Perhaps the greatest of these success stories belongs to Bradley Price and his brand Autodromo, which is responsible for some of the most stunning, highest quality, automotive-inspired designs on the market. With their latest effort, Autodromo has taken another massive step forward, adding their name and flawless sensibilities to two separate collections inspired by America?s greatest race car, the Ford GT. Working in partnership with the blue oval themselves, Autodromo?s Ford GT chronographs capture the ethos of both the cars that conquered Le Mans in the 1960s and the modern supercar that bears the nameplate into 2017. The five watches making up Autodromo’s Ford GT Endurance Chronograph collection, a general release series available for pre-order now.

First, let us take a look at the big gun in the lineup: the Owner?s Edition Chronograph, a bespoke, limited-edition available only to those who purchase Ford?s awe-inspiring modern GT. This is by far Autodromo?s most ambitious project to date, with a host of world-class features worthy of its companion automobile. The ceramic case is 43mm and boasts a four-piece structure full of sweeping, organic curves. Like...