As a partner who started with Steinhart, Gnomon Watches has worked closely with the brand since the beginning, abetting Mr Steinhart and his team to introduce these valued-for-your-money watches to an even larger audience. Our firm bond has allowed us to further launched an array of exclusive models where our specific designs speak to watch enthusiasts like us. Both companies' excellent relationships can only show these achievements and recognitions. So fasten your seatbelts as we unveil yet another Steinhart x Gnomon exclusive. PS. This particular one has excited the whole Gnomon team, as we nailed the watch design right out of the ballpark.
Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT Concorde Steel - Gnomon Exclusive |
Once again, a limited production GMT Ocean timepiece, the "Concorde" moniker is inspired by the name from the supersonic commercial jetliner that crisscrossed the Atlantic from 1969 to 2003. As many might know, our exclusive usually straddles the vintage path, like the aged looks and period-correct elements. And this particular GMT Concorde checks out all the vintage boxes in execution.
Only available exclusively for Gnomon, The new Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT Concorde is still seen as a period-correct GMT watch that seeks to be different among the immense sea of mostly conservative all-black or blue dive watches at the time. And in a vintage manner, a smaller case size? Check. A unique look? Check. New colours? Check. The Concorde is 39mm in diameter with a compact 47mm lug-to-lug. It has a thickness of about 13.8mm, thanks in part to the domed sapphire crystal atop the dial. What we like about this case is there are additional details to it. There is further satin-brushed polishing at the top of the case, only to be contrasted with full mirror-finishing on the sides. The case comprises 316L stainless steel material.
Matching Gold Gilted Hands |
Moving on to the dial, the Concorde features a matte brown dial with circular "nipple" indices, except a triangular index at 12 o'clock and the baton indices at 6 and 9. A date display can be found at 3 o'clock, while the Mercedes hands and a more extended GMT hand in gold colourway complete the look. The hands accurately hit the printed outer minute track, all being brief and stubby, which enthusiasts will appreciate. Steinhart's screwed-down signed crown and case back offer the watch an impressive 300m water resistance.
The hands, indices, and bezel insert are generously painted with Swiss Superluminova. The gilt gold trims befit the deluxe theme here. Nevertheless, the watch offers a great glow that will last long, ensuring maximum readability in darkness. At the other end of the spectrum, the domed sapphire crystal has an anti-reflective coating on the underside, ensuring the dial is legible in harsh lighting.
SuperLuminova glows in the dark |
The Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT comes with a satin brushed stainless steel bracelet with screw links and flip lock. Unique to the Ocean 39 Explorer is, of course, the new 20mm bracelet which tapers to 16mm. Makes the 39mm model look much more refined and elegant.
The new Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT Concorde: Gnomon Exclusive is the latest in our line of Steinhart x Gnomon collaborations and only will be produced in limited quantities. And by catering a refreshing take to what might be a sober and no-nonsense sports watch space, the timepiece is a killer that has got all of us at Gnomon buzzing. This watch signifies our long-standing relationship with Steinhart and how we constantly take in feedback from our fans and produce well-liked watches by many. Now it's time to take this flyer on your travels and explore the world in style.