The limited-edition TAG Heuer Carrera ‘Team Ikuzawa’ by Bamford honors Japanese racing legend Tetsu Ikuzawa with just 150 pieces. This white and red tribute features unique details like the subtle red '8' on the date wheel.
By Nick
July 31, 2026 3 min read 0 views
Some watches serve purely as timekeepers, while others document history. This highly limited TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph falls into the latter category, celebrating Japanese motorsport heritage.
Created in partnership with Bamford Watch Department and Team Ikuzawa, this 150-piece release honors Tetsu Ikuzawa, a trailblazer in Japanese racing. The Carrera’s established track pedigree makes it a natural canvas for this specific tribute, bringing a distinct era of motorsport to the forefront.
The design channels the aesthetic of Team Ikuzawa with a stark white and vibrant red color scheme, instantly recognizable to racing enthusiasts. This execution moves beyond a simple colorway to integrate historical racing motifs directly into the watch's architecture.
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford (reference CBS221M.EB0435) utilizes the brand’s contemporary 39mm "Glassbox" Carrera platform. The high-domed sapphire crystal extends to the edge of the case, eliminating the traditional bezel to offer an expansive, unobstructed view of the dial and a sleek profile.
A Dial Rich with Detail
The dial features a white Clou de Paris pattern framed by a contrasting black flange with a 60-second scale. It utilizes a highly legible layout with red accents that animate the minute counter at 3 o'clock and the lacquered central chronograph hand.
Rhodium-plated hands are treated with white Super-LumiNova® for legibility in all conditions, while the angled date window is positioned symmetrically at 6 o'clock.
The collaboration bridges three distinct entities: TAG Heuer’s stopwatch heritage, Team Ikuzawa’s vivid racing identity, and the modern customization expertise of Bamford Watch Department.
The Heart of the Matter: Calibre TH20-10
Visible through a sapphire caseback, the watch is driven by the in-house Calibre TH20-10 automatic movement. This chronograph features a substantial 80-hour power reserve, ensuring the watch will continue running through the weekend if taken off on a Friday.
The movement operates at a balance frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz) and provides precise timekeeping alongside 1/4 second and 30-minute chronograph functions.
Scarcity and Presentation
Production is strictly limited to 150 individually numbered pieces worldwide. The watch is delivered on a seven-row stainless steel bracelet with a steel folding clasp and push-buttons, and includes two additional straps to alter the aesthetic. Adding to the collector experience, the timepiece arrives in a specialized red toolbox presentation case.
This release demonstrates how a collaborative watch design should be executed. By blending historical motorsport details with the technical proficiency of the TH20-10 movement, TAG Heuer, Bamford, and Team Ikuzawa have created a highly limited piece that functions as both a capable modern chronograph and a meaningful tribute.
Final Thoughts
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford merges the architecture of the modern Carrera with the history of a trailblazing racing team. The 39mm proportions, advanced movement, and striking aesthetic make it a standout release. Priced at $10,500, its extreme rarity and the strength of the three-way collaboration establish it as a notable entry in the Carrera lineage.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford Specs
White Clou de Paris, black flange, printed index, red accents
Water Resistance
100 meters
Bracelet
Silver steel 7-row bracelet (fine-brushed/polished), steel folding clasp (plus two extra straps)
Price
$10,500 USD
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WRITTEN BY
Nick
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