Michael Kors Bradshaw Gold-Tone Pavé World Map Ref. MK-6243
Fashion Watch / Lifestyle Chronograph-style · Michael Kors (manufactured under license by Fossil Group). Tier: Fashion/Lifestyle. Primarily marketed for aesthetics and brand recognition.
Period: Modern Lifestyle (2010s). Characterized by oversized case dimensions and 'oversurface' branding common in the mid-2010s fashion watch boom.
Type
Fashion Watch / Lifestyle Chronograph-style
Brand
Michael Kors (manufactured under license by Fossil Group). Tier: Fashion/Lifestyle. Primarily marketed for aesthetics and brand recognition.
Movement
Japanese Quartz movement. Battery-powered with high accuracy but no mechanical jewels or significant power reserve concerns.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 43mm; Thickness: 13mm; Lug-to-lug: 51mm; Lug width: 22mm. It wears significantly larger due to the thick lugs and protruding crown.
Description
An oversized 'statement piece' that blends sport-watch architecture with high-fashion glitz. The Bradshaw MK-6243 is designed to mimic the look of a luxury chronograph while prioritizing the visual impact of its pavé crystal world map dial, intended for the fashion-forward consumer.
Key Features
Signature Pavé crystal World Map dial motif; Roman numeral 'XII' at the top; Bradshaw-series case geometry; non-functional tachymeter bezel for aesthetic purposes.
Dial Description
Navy blue sunray base featuring a decorative 'World Map' pavé crystal inlay. Applied gold-tone Roman numeral indices at most hours, gold-tone baton hands, and a date window at 6 o'clock.
Case Material
Gold-tone ion-plated stainless steel with a combination of brushed links and a polished bezel.
Crystal Type
Flat mineral glass. Lacks AR coating and is more prone to scratching than sapphire.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished gold-tone stainless steel bezel with an engraved tachymeter scale (non-functional for this specific 3-hand model).
Crown & Pushers
Oversized gold-tone push-pull crown with 'MK' branding. This specific reference utilizes the 'Bradshaw' chronograph case but is a three-hand version lacking pushers.
Bracelet or Strap
Three-link Oyster-style bracelet in gold-tone stainless steel with a fold-over deployment clasp and double push-button release.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback featuring engraved Michael Kors logo, model number MK-6243, and 10 ATM rating.
Movement Type
Japanese Quartz movement. Battery-powered with high accuracy but no mechanical jewels or significant power reserve concerns.
Water Resistance
100 Meters (10 ATM). Theoretically suitable for swimming, but practically limited to splashes due to the non-screw-down crown and fashion-grade seals.
Origin & Provenance
Brand origin: USA; Movement: Japan; Assembly: China. Fossil Group's mass-market manufacturing pipeline.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2018. This was a popular iteration during the height of the Michael Kors oversized watch trend.
Cultural Significance
A symbol of the 2010s 'accessible luxury' movement where fashion houses dominated the entry-level watch market through licensing agreements with giants like Fossil Group.
Condition Notes
Good / Fair. Visible 'brassing' or wear on the gold-tone plating of the lugs and bracelet. Scratches present on the mineral crystal and high-polish bezel. Bracelet segments show some looseness.
Value Estimate
Current secondary market value: $40 - $80 USD. Original MSRP was approximately $250 - $275 USD. Resale value is generally low for fashion quartz watches.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 2-3 years. Avoid abrasive surfaces to preserve the ion plating. Not recommended for swimming despite the rating, as fashion gaskets are prone to early failure.
Similar Watches
Fossil Decker Series (same manufacturer); Guess Jet Setter; Rolex Daytona (design inspiration); Michael Kors MK-5735.
Interesting Facts
The Bradshaw collection is Michael Kors' most successful watch line, heavily inspired by the design language of the Rolex Daytona, scaled up for a contemporary 'boyfriend watch' look.