Tom Sachs “New Bedford Watch” – Handmade Studio Custom Casio G-Shock DW-5600 – Signed & Numbered – S/N #203.003 – With Pouch
Offered for sale is an authentic and highly collectible Tom Sachs “New Bedford Watch,” a studio-modified Casio G-Shock DW-5600 created by renowned contemporary artist Tom Sachs.
This piece is part of Sachs’ New Bedford Watch project, in which standard G-Shock watches were transformed into wearable art objects through handmade modifications in his New York studio. These watches were produced in small batches and individually assembled, making each example unique.
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Key Features
• Authentic Tom Sachs studio piece
• Handmade and assembled in Tom Sachs’ New York studio
• Base watch: Casio G-Shock DW-5600 (shock resistant, digital quartz movement)
• Custom leather extension strap – cut, fitted, and stitched by hand
• Signature double-wrap (double tour) design
• Signed by Tom Sachs (engraved and on strap)
• Serial Number: S/N #203.003 (low serial within batch)
• Individually engraved caseback
• Distinctive blue metal protective cage detail
• Marked “USA” on strap
• Includes original Tom Sachs drawstring pouch
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About the Watch
The New Bedford Watch is a well-documented Tom Sachs project that reflects his philosophy of elevating everyday objects into conceptual art. By modifying a durable and accessible G-Shock platform, Sachs created a piece that merges utility, craftsmanship, and contemporary art.
Each watch was individually handmade, assembled, and engraved in the studio, rather than mass-produced, making them highly collectible
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Condition
• Watch is fully functional
•Brand new
• Leather strap shows no wear
• Engravings and markings are clear and intact
• No structural issues
Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.
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What’s Included
• Tom Sachs New Bedford Watch
• Original Tom Sachs drawstring pouch
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Rarity & Collectability
These watches were produced in limited studio batches and were not widely released through traditional retail channels. Each piece is individually marked and varies slightly, reinforcing its status as a handmade art object.
This example features a low serial number (#203.003)
Final Notes
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic Tom Sachs handmade studio watch, combining iconic G-Shock durability with contemporary art design.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.