London-based horology brand Split Watches has officially unveiled “The Ozzy,” a highly exclusive tribute timepiece honoring the enduring cultural legacy of the late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne.
Scheduled for a global release on Thursday, May 14, exclusively through splitwatches.com, the watch will be limited to a strict production run of just 50 pieces. Priced at $2,960 (U.S.), the project was designed with a charitable mission at its core: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s philanthropic partner dedicated to the health and welfare of the music community.
The release carries the full blessing and support of the Osbourne family, offering a poignant nod to the legendary frontman’s perspective on life.
“This watch represents something very meaningful — Ozzy always said, ‘Time is the most precious thing in the world. Be very careful not to waste it,” Sharon Osbourne said. “We’re delighted that Split Watches created such a thoughtful piece that truly captures Ozzy‘s spirit. The fact that they’re donating the proceeds to MusiCares, an organization that my husband and I have admired and supported for many years, is just fantastic. The money raised is a great way for us to continue to support MusiCares and the music community.”
Built on Split Watches‘ MC collection architecture, the timepiece houses a state-of-the-art Seiko family automatic chronograph movement. Intentionally designed with an unpolished, stripped-back aesthetic, the watch incorporates subtle but unmistakable nods to the Prince of Darkness. The sub-dials mirror his iconic purple-tinted glasses, a cross sits prominently at the 12 o’clock position, and each piece features meticulous hand-painting. Fans will also spot Ozzy‘s classic logo stamped on the rotor, visible through the exhibition case back.
Split Watches was founded by third-generation Swiss-trained watchmaker Ed Margulies and former musician Dara Amjadi. For both co-founders, the project is a deeply personal homage to a musical hero whose influence extended far beyond his groundbreaking tenure in Black Sabbath.
“What Ozzy stood for is deeply ingrained in what we stand for and evident in every expression of the brand — he never pretended to be anything other than who he was” said Split co-founder Ed Margulies. “He was raw and human. No borrowed playbook, no ego, he pushed boundaries.”
“These were the posters on my wall growing up,” Dara added. “The records that shaped what I wanted to do with my life. Music like that stays with you. It’s part of who you become.”
The team expanded on how the frontman’s willingness to be vulnerable inspired the brand’s philosophy:
“Ozzy stepped into the wider public eye through ‘The Osbournes‘ and what he revealed went far beyond reality TV. He showed that firstly he was a great family man, and also that vulnerability isn’t a weight meant to hold people down — it’s a force that can set everyone free. By owning every flaw, every struggle, and every unfiltered moment, he gave people permission to do the same.”
“That’s the spirit we want in everything we make. The watch is an expression of what Ozzy and his music represented to us. In that honesty, he forged something rare — an unspoken, unbreakable bond with people across the world. Split is for those who value authenticity over ego.”
The decision to donate all proceeds to MusiCares aligns with the charity’s ongoing mission to provide preventive, emergency, and recovery programs for music industry professionals.
Reflecting on how the charitable partnership took shape, the Split Watches team shared:
“Our collaboration with MusiCares started the way the best things often do, with a conversation. One of our earliest clients, who worked in the music, spoke highly of MusiCares and introduced us. He wasn’t wrong. What we discovered wasn’t just a charity, but a much-needed support system for those in the industry. It only took a couple of conversations with Wynnie Wynn to realize our shared values, love of music and a belief that it’s essential to create a safe space for people in the community to talk. From that point on, it became clear that we needed to do something together, something with intent and purpose.”
“All proceeds from ‘The Ozzy‘ will support MusiCares, which provides critical health services, financial assistance, and mental health support to music professionals. MusiCares helps the humans behind the music because music gives so much to the world. The collaboration reflects a belief that objects we choose should carry meaning.”
Theresa Wolters, Executive Director of MusiCares, expressed deep gratitude for the collaboration and its potential impact on the community.
“At MusiCares, we exist to support the people who make music possible, through every triumph and every hardship. Ozzy‘s impact on music and culture is immeasurable, and just as important is how he cared for people who make music possible. We’re deeply grateful to Sharon Osbourne and Split Watches for honoring Ozzy‘s legacy in such a beautiful and fitting way. Together, we ensure that music people have the help they need, to keep the music playing for all of us.”
