Denmark?s REC Watches is back with their latest limited edition sports watch, and once again it features parts that are salvaged from important vehicles. The 901 RWB Limited Edition is actually a series of two watches made in collaboration with Akira Nakai, a Japanese car tuner and founder of RAUH-Welt BEGRIFF (RWB), a company that has become world renowned for tuning Porsches. Nakai?s specialty is creating custom wide-body kits and extreme fenders for classic Porsche 911?s, and these watches are inspired by the almost avant-garde approach that RWB takes to tuning.

REC x RWB Stella & Rotana

Case Material: Stainless steel (black PVD coated)
Dial: Black
Dimensions: 46 x 14mm
Crystal: Sapphire        
Water Resistance: 50 meters   Crown: Push/pull                       
Movement: Miyota 9100 
Strap/bracelet: Rubber
Price: $1,795
Reference Number: n/a
Expected Release: Available now

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