The NW200 Apex Chronograph

Created to mark Nomadic’s partnership with the North West 200 as the ‘Official Timing Partner’, this limited release of just 50 chronographs is more than a watch. Based on our Céad 126 chronograph, it’s a tribute to the relentless drive that defines road racing. Every detail draws from the legacy of those who’ve pushed beyond limits, from Glenn Irwin’s groundbreaking 126mph lap, the first to shatter the 125mph barrier, to Joey Dunlop’s legendary 26 Isle of Man TT victories. The number “126” is not just a reference; it’s a story of speed, courage, and enduring greatness.

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316L stainless DLC coated fine brushed

40mm diameter

Manual movement with 58h power reserve

100m water resistance

Fixed 316L stainless steel bezel

Anti-reflective sapphire crystal

Super-LumiNova® luminescence

Badalassi wax leather rally strap

Designed to be read at a glance, even under pressure

The design carries the race within it. A subtle outline of the North West 200 circuit is etched into the dial, a quiet nod to the course where precision meets danger. Beneath the day-date display sits the official NW200 logo, grounding the watch firmly in its heritage. A bold racing stripe cuts through the left sub dial, echoing the split-second decisions and timing that define every lap. “Céad,” the Irish word for “first,” represents more than Nomadic’s first chronograph. It reflects the moments that matter most in racing, the first lap, the first overtake, the first to cross the line. The moments that define careers, and sometimes, history itself.

Custom Subdial

A bold racing stripe cuts through the left sub dial, echoing the split-second decisions and timing that define every lap.

Watch Dial

The design carries the race within it. A subtle outline of the North West 200 circuit is etched into the dial, a quiet nod to the course where precision meets danger.

Movement

The customised rotor of the Sellita SW500 M-a draws inspiration from a Ducati race wheel, capturing the engineering precision and adrenaline of elite motorcycle racing.

No cutting corners.

The North West 200 project brings together motorsport heritage, engineering, and design to create a timepiece that reflects the spirit of road racing. Developed by Nomadic as Official Timing Partner of the North West 200, the watch is built to resonate with riders, fans, and collectors while remaining true to the performance and craftsmanship of the Céad 126 chronograph.The design captures the speed, intensity, and community surrounding the event, with considered details that embed the identity of the race into the watch itself rather than relying on surface-level cues. The limited edition was sold on-site at the event, where Nomadic attended as an official sponsor. Four watches were also awarded to riders with the fastest lap times, allowing fans to own the same timepiece worn by the competitors.

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