901 GW Chelsea
$2,595478
44 mm50 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The REC Watches 901 GW Chelsea is a striking choice for tenacious urban adventurers who value both style and sustainability. Its carbon case is not just lightweight but adds a unique edge to the overall design, making it stand out in a sea of conventional offerings. At $2,595, this watch isn't for everyone, but for those who appreciate its modern materials and aesthetic, it's a compelling option that commands attention.
Is this watch your kind of thing?
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6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
A dependable choice; know the trade-offs going in.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Tall 14.3mm case
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 44 mm it wears boldly, a 46 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 049
- Released
- 2021
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 44 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 46 mm
- Thickness
- 14.3 mm
- Lug width
- 24 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Carbon
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective coating
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- Yes — BGW9
- Strap / bracelet
- calf leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Chronograph, Date, Small Seconds
- Fit
- Men's
The maker
REC Watches
REC Watches embodies the philosophy of 'Recover, Recycle, Reclaim', where they salvage materials from legendary vehicles to create timepieces that carry rich narratives. Each watch is not just an accessory, but a conversation starter and a tribute to the legacy of its source.
