I own a Rolex GMT Master II 16710 and I'm considering getting one of these. Why? When I got my Rolex back around 2003, we bought it used for about $3000. I used it as a daily wear for close to 15 years. Sun or rain, swimming or tux, salt water or fresh. I only used a beater (Marathon Navigator) for some sports, carrying things, etc. Today, that same watch is worth something like $8-9K. And now I'm getting annoyed rather than pleased because I'm worried about it now. I realize $3K is a lot of money for many people (me too) but remember it's about $1000 more than the laptop we all buy and then chuck out the window five years later. Anyway, This watch is does what Rolex used to do in the 1960s and 1970s. At $700 it's a lot more than a Casio at $150 but you get a watch that could last decades if you wanted it to and - while not cheap - can be worn the way I used to wear the Rolex. I don't consider this a knock-off. It has a great movement (but cheaper to repair than the Rolex), quality build, nice design, ceramic, sapphire, screw-down, AR, 316 steel … I mean, that's a Tudor. What else do you want? Personally, in this market, I would have said make a 41mm like Tudor and Omega and call it a day but what do I know. Still, this is good work.
@Bryan Davis It's a strange and slightly annoying problem, actually. It was a gift when I finished my Ph.D. so it's something I would never sell (and couldn't afford to buy anymore either). My solution is to just wear it and enjoy it and forget about the rest. As for the ocean, I went completely the other direction. A Suunto sport watch with a heart monitor. I wanted to see what tech was like. Turns out I like it for sports but don't enjoy it as a watch. So it's a neat tool to help me exercise.
It is evident this model was inspired on a Rolex GMT Master ii but I feel Steinhart did an awesome job giving the watch a character of its own. Based on that fact I just ordered one today and I have the feeling it may end up being the watch with most wrist time from the few I own. Thanks for the video!
Steinhart really makes not just beautiful watches but the quality is awesome. I don't know how they do it, but for the price they are the best bang for the buck. I own three of their watches.
Would be nice to see this as a stepping stone for Steinhart to move away from the homage scene. They make very solid watches, time for more of their own designs imho.
this particular model besides bezel color, which is pretty common, is quite different from Rolex. In this case they got almost 1 to 1 copies available.
Good to see Steinhart listens to their customers, this is what I was waiting for 39mm gmt 500 premium and in stainess steel. Too bad the watch funds are depleted right now but this isn't a LE so should be available later in the year hopefully
4/29/23 I was just made aware of a 39mm titanium being released, and ordered one immediately. Been waiting a long time for that exact model. I had the 42mm titanium diver, and it was awesome, but I really wanted the GMT in titanium and 39. Very happy they finally made it. The unidirectional bezel is really unfortunate, though.
Just watched your unboxing video of this guy, then I started wondering if there will be a review on yt already and bam there you are! Awesome job with the upload!
I like it. I have the original Titanium 500. I would love a version w/ 39 mm stainess steel case, gmt movement, 24 hrs on inner chapter ring, and the standard black ceramic dive bezel. It would sell like hotcakes imo.
I have the 42mm Titanium Version. It does have a display caseback. The Titanium has a blasted finish. I like it t but I also like this watch with the polished/brushed combo.
The design is obviously derivative but I love the combo of 39mm and the black/blue design. Hope other companies are taking notes, smaller watches are back.
I love this piece - best Steinhart ever - got 2 and sold them years ago... now it discontinued be I was lucky and just got a NOS from a reseller here in Switzerland :)
Mine just came today also. Very nice product, IMO. Highly recommended. I also bought a Jubilee bracelet, which will allow a nice alternative when wanted.
I had 42 titanium and it was a good watch . I don’t know if 39mm would feel too small for me . I see why they don’t go 40 due to homage thing . . 40 on Rolex sports style is great. Although only 1mm it is quite noticeable on smaller watches..
I have the full-sized titanium version of this and love it! I found a curved end blue silicone strap that matches the lower bezel perfectly. Steinhart scratched my GMTMaster II itch!!
A uni-directional bezel is so rare on a GMT. I'm very glad they did it because it can safely be used as a backup timer for dives. I don't see what you are losing by only being able to turn the bezel one way. You can still set it to whatever time you'd like.
How can it be used as a dive timer with no minute markers? It's done to keep the cost down and is a cop out. Companies that make proper GMT watches put bi directional bezels on them because its quicker to set the time with them.
@@davids.2317 No stretch of the imagination. 2 = 5; 4 = 10... etc. Set the pip when you start the dive. No less accurate than most dive bezels that only show minute marks for the first 15-20 minutes. I wouldn't be using an analogue watch as my primary dive timer anyways. Just a rough estimate. Most sport dive profiles are 25-30 minutes at 60-70 feet. I use the bezel on my Omega PO GMT black and white the same way but it is bi-directional so could theoretically get bumped in the wrong direction. Never had that issue and again it isn't my primary timing device. The one nice thing about that model of PO GMT is the minute hash marks for all 60 minutes.
to make an excuse for the unidirectional bezel: at 500m WR this is a serious diver and so you get a usable diver-bezel in exchange for a slightly less comfortable to adjust (but still usable) 3rd timezone - makes sense to me tbh. In reality you might use both functions equaly often for what they where intended - probably never 😁. Also they have this watch in titanium, for the same price even - would still go with the steel, tho. Great video btw!
@@michaels3003 Not Sure by whom it is certified but my 39 ocean one did fine while I was swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. I was even able to dive around 2 meters down. Considering most people will never seriously dive with such a watch it is save to stay that it will withstand any casual swim in the pool for example. And those meters marks are not meant to define how deep you can actually dive. A 3 ATM watch will in 99/100 cases leak water when you throw it into a 3 meter deep pool. Only watches above 10 ATM like 20 ATM/200m should be used to swim.
that looks very sharp and glad that they went with Stainless steel version. A year ago, I bought a titanium GMT and I had to get rid of it as soon as possible because that Titanium bracelet and clasp were scratch magnet and in less than few weeks, it looked really bad. so, I am very glad that they went with stainless steel. Again, Very sharp looking watch. thanks a lot for your great review once more.
I've been wearing 42mm GMTs, but they're just too big. I've got one of these coming in secondhand this week and I'm hyped. It looks gorgeous and should be much better than my Parnis 😄
Very nice 39. I've owned the 500 gmt in the previous 42mm twice I lied it so much. My 2nd favorite Steinhart. Yes, it had a display back too. This one is the best at 39mm and stainless steel. The Titanium wasn't all that much lighter imho and the finish between case, bracelet and clasp (especially) was all over the place and mismatched, unfortunately. I like Oyster bracelet for tool look. But, this would look pretty cool on their jubilee bracelet option. I would totally be on this one had it come sooner.. And maybe when I was more into homage watches. As it is, I am very happy with my recent Glycine The Chief (aka Airman) for a gmt watch. Still. Great job at translating the 500 gmt into 39mm and stainless steel which is much more versatile, matches throughout, and is less obvious scratch magnet. If the 39mm cases are the same, it's amazing they are able to keep it the same while upping the wr to 500m from the much 200m of previous 39mm models. Not going to get into it, but some people are idiots to say this is a knockoff or Ripoff of a Rolex. It. Has plenty of unique details. That set It apart from one. Awesome watch and a favorite and I'll defend it.
I have this one incoming ... Glad i found one nearly mint, made in March 22' Sadly they don't make it anymore. This and the 3 hander (42mm only sadly) are Steinharts best design.
how do you think steinhart compares to the baby marine master you recently reviewed. it appears they are about the same money. which is the better watch?
13.5mm thick?... was wondering if Steinhart could make this version thinner at 11.5 mm for 200 m WR or 12.5 mm for 300 m WR. We know that Glycine CS made it below 11mm thick but it uses flat sapphire and not a GMT, though.
Also what is your opinion in general about bronze watches? I been thinking about pulling a trigger on Glycine bronze combat sub with blue face and blue dial. They currently run about $400.
I really dig it, probably more than I should. I have a question I'd appreciate any help with! I have a 6.75" wrist and wear a 44mm/50mm lug to lug Luminox 3150 on the metal bracelet, and Im happy with how it fits/looks. I also have a Cyma Navystar Chrono that is 39mm/47mm lug to lug. It wears fine too, but I wouldnt want any smaller. I am having trouble deciding on which Steinhart size to go with. Apparently they wear a little bit large due to the lug design? If Im fine with a 44mm Luminox then I should be fine with a 42mm Steinhart O1? But I really like this Primo batman GMT, esp if they wear large. Only open to Stainless, not interested in Ti. Any help on this issue would be appreciated.
It looks good. With that case shape & handset no one will ask, 'is that a BLNR?' which is good. But the unidirectional bezel is *wrong* for a GMT watch and strongly implies where the bezel supplier is located (starts with C, ends with hina).
@@rogerl7533 , you must be an intellectual juvenile. It was a "typo" error while tapping on an on-screen keyboard (with one finger). Nothing to do will illiteracy... I cannot imagine that you have a perfect typing record.
As much as I love the design...: I had this one and the 42mm Ti version on my wrist and the 39mm looked a bit "off" in the flesh. It took me a while to understand why, but I'm pretty certain that it was the hands. They look great on the larger model but on the 39mm they seem a bit "stubby", for lack of a better word. I had looked at the watch in countless pics and videos before trying it on and it only looked weird to me when I saw it in real life. I would still wear it, mind you ... just saying that perhaps these broad hands aren't the best choice for a 39mm.
Nice vid as always Rob. How do you compare the click of the bezel on this one to the OVM 39 they released on Gnomon some months ago ? Is it better now ?
So much luxury watches for thousands of money doesnt have applied indeces and you find someting that "missed" on that 600$ watch wich is perfect for money maybe the Best.
Great vid and thanks for showing this brand. I was looking for a GMT and was going to go with a major name brands baby brother, but now this is a more economical choice. I like a larger diameter watch due to my wrist size, so I think I will be going with either the GMT-OCEAN 1 BLACK RED or I will wait for the OCEAN Forty Four GMT Black-Red to come back into stock.
So if I interpret your answer correctly,you buy,review it,and sell it.....and then rinse and repeat! Lol. I am curious though,as I am sure many others as your personnal collection...the ones you must keep.... would be a nice video! Thanks for the reply.
Thanks Rob for this review!! I am thinking of saving for this watch, and I would love the new vintage Pepsi 39mm to wow it is fantastic!!!! Oh yeah the blue shows up fine on the bezel!
I got not a big wrist, but anything below 39 looks small for some reason. Most of my watches are 40-42 so I'm looking at the titanium 42mm model. still not sure if I really need another watch)))
Can you do a lume comparison say 5 hours after charging. My experience is that BWG9 is much less bright than C3 or the stuff Seiko uses - but lasts longer. I have a feeling the total amount of energy released is about the same, but BWG9 releases is more slowly.
As always, thanks for the detailed review. Really appreciate your channel. Please continue creating new content. Unfortunately for me, I went to Steinhart website to buy this watch but the price is now 690 Euros!! You mentioned you only paid 580 Euros... did you get yours on sale or at a discount? Coz if they raised the price by over 100 Euros, I think that's a deal breaker for me.
Great video and very fast delivery! Are the numbers engraved on the ceramic bezel? And I think its just an elabore with "premium" finish and decoration.
Monster lume rules. :-) I've been looking at those and wanted to see a couple reviews before ordering. This really helps with my decision. Thank you. The only question I have for myself is Black Black or Black Blue bezel. Ugh. Decisions.
@@michaels3003 agreed and I know what you mean. I am not big fan of big names or small from swiss made. I am more into the micro brands now. That's why I am at random rob channel. I do have some big brands watches though and there are endless lists of names more than omega and rolex.
I have a Steinhart 44mm Ocean GMT in black. There are two disappointments I have with the watch. First, I feel like the chapter ring on it is HUGE!! It almost seems like they just used the same dial that they have on the smaller models, and increased the size of the chapter ring to fill the bigger case- not a good look, IMHO. Secondly, the clasp is a friction lock with a simple fold-over. I realize that these watches are GREAT bargains for the level of quality they represent, but come on- give us a two button clasp deployant, and charge an extra five bucks?! Anyway, sorry for the rant. Enjoy your new watch Rob!! Know anybody who might like to purchase mine?
Have you tried or bought one yet? I would like the size of 42mm bezel and around 30mm dial because I am worry that the 39mm model appears too small with only around 28mm dial. But 50mm lug to lug combined with that the lugs of Steinharts are more straight than usual means that the 42mm model may be too big on my 6,7 inch wrist. I think 42mm is the right size for your larger wrist, though.
In general I love Steinhart watches and the fact that this company is listening to the customers. As a result they release more and more 39mm watches. I don‘t know why, but the bezel on ALL of this smaller versions seems to be overpolished!?
Just found out about this one and sad to see it is no longer made. The newer replacement one is pretty much a 1:1 Rolex clone, whereas this one had a bit of its own unique style.
Cool vid RR. I'm due to receive that exact model tomorrow (Monday), can wait! I have the same wrist size it would have been helpful to have seen in the vid you removing the band links as I've no experience of doing it. Any advice or guidance you can provide I would be great full for. I guess there's no chance of a short vid on link removal? Thanks again for the review.
Sorry sold the watch. I use reader glasses, and good screwdriver. Being able to see (glasses and lights) really help with the process. Good tool is also key. Remove screws between links that need to be removed, remove links, line remaking links back up, replace screw. Put loose parts in small baggie and place back in box.
Many thanks for your prompt response RR. The pins are they screw out or punch/push through? I do have the correct tools to carry this out, arriving with the watch. You sold the watch! Did it not meet with your expectations?
Nice watch and def better in ss than titanium. If they could use an engraved bezel on their other versions I’d be in. Sold my ocean 39 because you can’t read the bezel markers.
I own a Rolex GMT Master II 16710 and I'm considering getting one of these. Why? When I got my Rolex back around 2003, we bought it used for about $3000. I used it as a daily wear for close to 15 years. Sun or rain, swimming or tux, salt water or fresh. I only used a beater (Marathon Navigator) for some sports, carrying things, etc. Today, that same watch is worth something like $8-9K. And now I'm getting annoyed rather than pleased because I'm worried about it now. I realize $3K is a lot of money for many people (me too) but remember it's about $1000 more than the laptop we all buy and then chuck out the window five years later. Anyway, This watch is does what Rolex used to do in the 1960s and 1970s. At $700 it's a lot more than a Casio at $150 but you get a watch that could last decades if you wanted it to and - while not cheap - can be worn the way I used to wear the Rolex. I don't consider this a knock-off. It has a great movement (but cheaper to repair than the Rolex), quality build, nice design, ceramic, sapphire, screw-down, AR, 316 steel … I mean, that's a Tudor. What else do you want? Personally, in this market, I would have said make a 41mm like Tudor and Omega and call it a day but what do I know. Still, this is good work.
Normies and shit expensive laptops for facebook browsing lol.
@Bryan Davis It's a strange and slightly annoying problem, actually. It was a gift when I finished my Ph.D. so it's something I would never sell (and couldn't afford to buy anymore either). My solution is to just wear it and enjoy it and forget about the rest. As for the ocean, I went completely the other direction. A Suunto sport watch with a heart monitor. I wanted to see what tech was like. Turns out I like it for sports but don't enjoy it as a watch. So it's a neat tool to help me exercise.
That was a excellent comment
It is evident this model was inspired on a Rolex GMT Master ii but I feel Steinhart did an awesome job giving the watch a character of its own. Based on that fact I just ordered one today and I have the feeling it may end up being the watch with most wrist time from the few I own. Thanks for the video!
I think this one is actually a mix between the Rolex Explorer, GMT Master and then finished with Steinhart's own touch
Agreed, that watch will be haunting me now.
Did you end up buying it? And how was it for you now?
Steinhart really makes not just beautiful watches but the quality is awesome. I don't know how they do it, but for the price they are the best bang for the buck. I own three of their watches.
Would be nice to see this as a stepping stone for Steinhart to move away from the homage scene. They make very solid watches, time for more of their own designs imho.
this particular model besides bezel color, which is pretty common, is quite different from Rolex. In this case they got almost 1 to 1 copies available.
You missed the point.
Matt Ashe 100% agree. Steinhart quality is very good
Matt Ashe what was the point..? Isn’t this a ”homage” bordering on being a copy?
Fredrik Svärd the company as a whole.
"You don't need another watch...You don't need another watch...You don't need another watch"... I keep telling myself!! 😂😂
The best watch is always the one you don't own.
Hahaha, I thought it was just me.....
my 12 watch case still has a few empty slots, that I feel an itch to fill up. hope I won't be buying another case a few days later)))
You need just one more watch.... Well maybe a few more lol
Oh,yes you do!! Lol
Good to see Steinhart listens to their customers, this is what I was waiting for 39mm gmt 500 premium and in stainess steel. Too bad the watch funds are depleted right now but this isn't a LE so should be available later in the year hopefully
A stunner. I'm liking the size and complete lack of a cyclops. I also like the lume and visibility of the numbers in the bezel.
The quality on these are so crazy! Worth every red cent!
Bought it about 1,5 years ago, still love it to bits
4/29/23 I was just made aware of a 39mm titanium being released, and ordered one immediately.
Been waiting a long time for that exact model. I had the 42mm titanium diver, and it was awesome, but I really wanted the GMT in titanium and 39.
Very happy they finally made it. The unidirectional bezel is really unfortunate, though.
From Texas: just bought one today. Can’t wait to see it an wear it when it arrives
Just watched your unboxing video of this guy, then I started wondering if there will be a review on yt already and bam there you are! Awesome job with the upload!
I like it. I have the original Titanium 500. I would love a version w/ 39 mm stainess steel case, gmt movement, 24 hrs on inner chapter ring, and the standard black ceramic dive bezel. It would sell like hotcakes imo.
i wish steinhart release a 39mm version for Ocean Titanium 500 premium too. i will definitely buy it in a heartbeat. nice reviews!
That's gonna be my Rolex Batman substitute. Just wish I could afford to spend $600 right now. Will definitely keep on my list for now.
Amen
I have the 42mm Titanium Version. It does have a display caseback.
The Titanium has a blasted finish. I like it t but I also like this watch with the polished/brushed combo.
I prefer the unidirectional bezel. I would have no hesitation using this one as a dive watch. I love it!
The design is obviously derivative but I love the combo of 39mm and the black/blue design. Hope other companies are taking notes, smaller watches are back.
Great review of a watch I’ve been saving my money for, like many I don’t find much wrong with this watch.👍
Very nice pick up Rob!! If I didn't pick up the Alpinist, I would have pulled the trigger on this one 👍
I love this piece - best Steinhart ever - got 2 and sold them years ago... now it discontinued be I was lucky and just got a NOS from a reseller here in Switzerland :)
Mine just came today also. Very nice product, IMO. Highly recommended. I also bought a Jubilee bracelet, which will allow a nice alternative when wanted.
I just ordered it, thanks for your video. Really excited to get it in!!!
I had 42 titanium and it was a good watch . I don’t know if 39mm would feel too small for me . I see why they don’t go 40 due to homage thing . . 40 on Rolex sports style is great. Although only 1mm it is quite noticeable on smaller watches..
This model is one of my favorites hands down
I didn't see myself picking up another steinhart until I watched your video. This looks perfect.
Rolex Batman has left the chat
Plus no waiting list required for the Steinhart or having to spend inflated prices from resellers.....
I have the full-sized titanium version of this and love it! I found a curved end blue silicone strap that matches the lower bezel perfectly. Steinhart scratched my GMTMaster II itch!!
could u send a link or tell me the moeel name for the braclet?
@@מוסחמוסח you mean the blue silicone strap? It’s been a while. I’ll see what I can come up with.
I already have the Steinhart Ocean 39 Vintage Pepsi.. I'm thinking of getting this one to compliment the Pepsi 🤔 Should I?
yes
Do it
You already know you want it!! How bad do you want it?? Lol
Yes. I very happy have both.
Whats the price on this piece ?
It’s a beautiful watch, Rob. Congrats!
Thanks? I won’t keep, I don’t keep most. Just buy to see it and share then sell.
Great review! I believe that is an elaboré grade movement (one up from a base Swiss base movement).
Just got mine today. Beautiful watch.
I bought one of these, absolutely gorgeous i must say I'm inlove with it.
I ordered one and it’s on its way.
A uni-directional bezel is so rare on a GMT. I'm very glad they did it because it can safely be used as a backup timer for dives. I don't see what you are losing by only being able to turn the bezel one way. You can still set it to whatever time you'd like.
Exactly.
How can it be used as a dive timer with no minute markers? It's done to keep the cost down and is a cop out. Companies that make proper GMT watches put bi directional bezels on them because its quicker to set the time with them.
@@davids.2317 No stretch of the imagination. 2 = 5; 4 = 10... etc. Set the pip when you start the dive. No less accurate than most dive bezels that only show minute marks for the first 15-20 minutes. I wouldn't be using an analogue watch as my primary dive timer anyways. Just a rough estimate. Most sport dive profiles are 25-30 minutes at 60-70 feet. I use the bezel on my Omega PO GMT black and white the same way but it is bi-directional so could theoretically get bumped in the wrong direction. Never had that issue and again it isn't my primary timing device. The one nice thing about that model of PO GMT is the minute hash marks for all 60 minutes.
to make an excuse for the unidirectional bezel: at 500m WR this is a serious diver and so you get a usable diver-bezel in exchange for a slightly less comfortable to adjust (but still usable) 3rd timezone - makes sense to me tbh. In reality you might use both functions equaly often for what they where intended - probably never 😁. Also they have this watch in titanium, for the same price even - would still go with the steel, tho. Great video btw!
500 m certified by who?
@@michaels3003 Not Sure by whom it is certified but my 39 ocean one did fine while I was swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. I was even able to dive around 2 meters down. Considering most people will never seriously dive with such a watch it is save to stay that it will withstand any casual swim in the pool for example. And those meters marks are not meant to define how deep you can actually dive. A 3 ATM watch will in 99/100 cases leak water when you throw it into a 3 meter deep pool. Only watches above 10 ATM like 20 ATM/200m should be used to swim.
Their warranty is great. My 39 gmt’s bezel wouldn’t align at the top and they paid for shipping there and back, took a couple weeks total.
Steinhart has some of the best lume on a watch!
Ye with this watch you can see it during the day in i.e. a dim hallway, it's insane, in a good way
Hi Rob, was wondering how comfortable it is on wrist, have similar sized wrists to you. Watch doesn’t have curved lugs so just wondered?
that looks very sharp and glad that they went with Stainless steel version. A year ago, I bought a titanium GMT and I had to get rid of it as soon as possible because that Titanium bracelet and clasp were scratch magnet and in less than few weeks, it looked really bad.
so, I am very glad that they went with stainless steel. Again, Very sharp looking watch.
thanks a lot for your great review once more.
I've been wearing 42mm GMTs, but they're just too big. I've got one of these coming in secondhand this week and I'm hyped. It looks gorgeous and should be much better than my Parnis 😄
ApolloSynths how do you like it?
@@miamiheatnba1 I love it. It hasn't left my wrist except for soaking to loosen the bezel
ApolloSynths I just bought a Helson shark diver. Might have to get this next lol
The 42mm titanium definitely DOES have the display back.
Great review. I hope Steinhart releases a ceramic coke bezel for the Ocean GMT 39mm.
Also hoping for a coke 39mm. Would get the 42 but the lug to lug is a bit too long for me.
Very nice 39. I've owned the 500 gmt in the previous 42mm twice I lied it so much. My 2nd favorite Steinhart. Yes, it had a display back too.
This one is the best at 39mm and stainless steel. The Titanium wasn't all that much lighter imho and the finish between case, bracelet and clasp (especially) was all over the place and mismatched, unfortunately.
I like Oyster bracelet for tool look. But, this would look pretty cool on their jubilee bracelet option.
I would totally be on this one had it come sooner.. And maybe when I was more into homage watches. As it is, I am very happy with my recent Glycine The Chief (aka Airman) for a gmt watch.
Still. Great job at translating the 500 gmt into 39mm and stainless steel which is much more versatile, matches throughout, and is less obvious scratch magnet.
If the 39mm cases are the same, it's amazing they are able to keep it the same while upping the wr to 500m from the much 200m of previous 39mm models.
Not going to get into it, but some people are idiots to say this is a knockoff or Ripoff of a Rolex. It. Has plenty of unique details. That set It apart from one. Awesome watch and a favorite and I'll defend it.
If is nothing changed, steinhart has no top eta movement in diver segment. 42mm premium line have display caseback. Titanium it has too.
I have a steinhart ocean 1 and just ordered a gmt red blue bezel very good watches real bang for you buck
ugh, those straight lugs again... just give us some curve on the 39s
agree, those lugs really throw me off
How dreadful!
I have the OVM 39. It's my only gripe.
For the love of God, get over it. The lugs on the Rolex Batman aren't exactly wrap-around.
@@rogerl7533 very useful and informative insight
I have this one incoming ... Glad i found one nearly mint, made in March 22'
Sadly they don't make it anymore.
This and the 3 hander (42mm only sadly) are Steinharts best design.
how do you think steinhart compares to the baby marine master you recently reviewed. it appears they are about the same money. which is the better watch?
I just ordered mine today!
Great video as always! Not an homage guy but cannot dispute the great value this watch represents.
That you used "an" instead of "a" preceding "homage" tells me that you are one of the few who pronounces it correctly, lol.
13.5mm thick?... was wondering if Steinhart could make this version thinner at 11.5 mm for 200 m WR or 12.5 mm for 300 m WR. We know that Glycine CS made it below 11mm thick but it uses flat sapphire and not a GMT, though.
What's the handset based upon?
Merkur makes a Timex Q homage but with this kind of hands
Awesome review and yes the blue on the bezel is definitely evident on your video. Beautiful watch and congratulations on this beautiful watch 👍🏻
Thanks for the feedback. You guys all know I just buy to video and sell right? I don’t keep all of these.
Random Rob no I didn’t know that but great to know 👍🏻
@@RandomRobReviews let me know when you sell this one.
@@RandomRobReviews looking forward to the sale of this
Trung Chu already been sold
Also what is your opinion in general about bronze watches? I been thinking about pulling a trigger on Glycine bronze combat sub with blue face and blue dial. They currently run about $400.
A beautiful beautiful watch!!
Now $845 USD. Would love it for $660 USD as it was about two years ago.
Great video as usual! Steinhart makes a great watch and this one is spot on.
I really dig it, probably more than I should. I have a question I'd appreciate any help with!
I have a 6.75" wrist and wear a 44mm/50mm lug to lug Luminox 3150 on the metal bracelet, and Im happy with how it fits/looks. I also have a Cyma Navystar Chrono that is 39mm/47mm lug to lug. It wears fine too, but I wouldnt want any smaller. I am having trouble deciding on which Steinhart size to go with. Apparently they wear a little bit large due to the lug design? If Im fine with a 44mm Luminox then I should be fine with a 42mm Steinhart O1? But I really like this Primo batman GMT, esp if they wear large. Only open to Stainless, not interested in Ti.
Any help on this issue would be appreciated.
The GMT hand looks a bit out from here?
It looks good. With that case shape & handset no one will ask, 'is that a BLNR?' which is good. But the unidirectional bezel is *wrong* for a GMT watch and strongly implies where the bezel supplier is located (starts with C, ends with hina).
Totally agree...
is it good for a 6 inch wrist?
Does the ETA 2893 have the same handwinding weakness that the 2824 has?
Hi there would you share where did you get it from ? I’ll order one, thanks for the vid. Nice watch.
Great watch, great video! I think the bezel is unidirectional because the WR rating is enough for diving.
Never wondered how many real divers would actually dive with watches like this?
'Wondered', not 'wandered'. Curing illiteracy, one word at a time.
@@rogerl7533 , you must be an intellectual juvenile. It was a "typo" error while tapping on an on-screen keyboard (with one finger). Nothing to do will illiteracy... I cannot imagine that you have a perfect typing record.
@@michaels3003 You're welcome.
Ok so tonight i went to the website. To buy this watch. And guess what it’s sold out.
As much as I love the design...: I had this one and the 42mm Ti version on my wrist and the 39mm looked a bit "off" in the flesh. It took me a while to understand why, but I'm pretty certain that it was the hands. They look great on the larger model but on the 39mm they seem a bit "stubby", for lack of a better word. I had looked at the watch in countless pics and videos before trying it on and it only looked weird to me when I saw it in real life. I would still wear it, mind you ... just saying that perhaps these broad hands aren't the best choice for a 39mm.
Nice vid as always Rob.
How do you compare the click of the bezel on this one to the OVM 39 they released on Gnomon some months ago ? Is it better now ?
Better. Steinhart bezel is not amazing
Super nice, but I would have been happier with applied indices.
So much luxury watches for thousands of money doesnt have applied indeces and you find someting that "missed" on that 600$ watch wich is perfect for money maybe the Best.
Great vid and thanks for showing this brand. I was looking for a GMT and was going to go with a major name brands baby brother, but now this is a more economical choice. I like a larger diameter watch due to my wrist size, so I think I will be going with either the
GMT-OCEAN 1 BLACK RED or I will wait for the OCEAN Forty Four GMT Black-Red to come back into stock.
No lume shot? Did I miss it?
Hi Rob,great review and beautiful watch but why did you get rid of it after only a week of ownership ?
I run a very busy watch channel.
So if I interpret your answer correctly,you buy,review it,and sell it.....and then rinse and repeat! Lol.
I am curious though,as I am sure many others as your personnal collection...the ones you must keep.... would be a nice video!
Thanks for the reply.
jpoupon66
I will do a state of the collection video before Christmas. Be ready for a quartz heavy collection.
@@RandomRobReviews that is great to hear.....I am quartz heavy myself,and more and more solar quartz,the practical choice...
I'm so glad I found this watch....GRANTED I finally cave and desire to buy a "Batman GMT!" lol. Normally I hate to color blue tho LOL.
Here's a question for you. How does it compare to the Noob gmt. Similar price
Thanks Rob for this review!! I am thinking of saving for this watch, and I would love the new vintage Pepsi 39mm to wow it is fantastic!!!! Oh yeah the blue shows up fine on the bezel!
I got not a big wrist, but anything below 39 looks small for some reason. Most of my watches are 40-42 so I'm looking at the titanium 42mm model. still not sure if I really need another watch)))
For £570 bargain!! I see myself buying this watch sometime soon!
Can you do a lume comparison say 5 hours after charging. My experience is that BWG9 is much less bright than C3 or the stuff Seiko uses - but lasts longer. I have a feeling the total amount of energy released is about the same, but BWG9 releases is more slowly.
As always, thanks for the detailed review. Really appreciate your channel. Please continue creating new content. Unfortunately for me, I went to Steinhart website to buy this watch but the price is now 690 Euros!! You mentioned you only paid 580 Euros... did you get yours on sale or at a discount? Coz if they raised the price by over 100 Euros, I think that's a deal breaker for me.
Kind of want to flip my 42mm version for this...
Nice looking... Could you modify the bezel spring to make it bidirectional?
Great video and very fast delivery! Are the numbers engraved on the ceramic bezel? And I think its just an elabore with "premium" finish and decoration.
numbers are engraved
Monster lume rules. :-) I've been looking at those and wanted to see a couple reviews before ordering. This really helps with my decision. Thank you. The only question I have for myself is Black Black or Black Blue bezel. Ugh. Decisions.
Batman, no doubts :)
First and great watch. Probably cheapest swiss made GMT watch I ever heard. Thanks.
Wayne han, Swiss Made is not what you think. This is not Omega or Rolex (truly Swiss made).
@@michaels3003 agreed and I know what you mean. I am not big fan of big names or small from swiss made. I am more into the micro brands now. That's why I am at random rob channel. I do have some big brands watches though and there are endless lists of names more than omega and rolex.
Are these available anywhere? I've been trying to find one forever in SS. If anyone has one for sale, please let me know! Thanks!!
Got one on a hirsch Robby strap blue stitch looks the nuts
That's a beautiful piece. Nice video as well.
I have a Steinhart 44mm Ocean GMT in black. There are two disappointments I have with the watch. First, I feel like the chapter ring on it is HUGE!! It almost seems like they just used the same dial that they have on the smaller models, and increased the size of the chapter ring to fill the bigger case- not a good look, IMHO. Secondly, the clasp is a friction lock with a simple fold-over. I realize that these watches are GREAT bargains for the level of quality they represent, but come on- give us a two button clasp deployant, and charge an extra five bucks?!
Anyway, sorry for the rant. Enjoy your new watch Rob!! Know anybody who might like to purchase mine?
I have around 7.5 wrist. Afraid of a 39mm. Should I stick with the 42s?
Have you tried or bought one yet?
I would like the size of 42mm bezel and around 30mm dial because I am worry that the 39mm model appears too small with only around 28mm dial. But 50mm lug to lug combined with that the lugs of Steinharts are more straight than usual means that the 42mm model may be too big on my 6,7 inch wrist.
I think 42mm is the right size for your larger wrist, though.
@@patricj951 thank you
In general I love Steinhart watches and the fact that this company is listening to the customers. As a result they release more and more 39mm watches. I don‘t know why, but the bezel on ALL of this smaller versions seems to be overpolished!?
Are there any other differences other than cosmetics between the 39 premium 500 and Pepsi 39 gmt?
You mean, aside from the fact one is 300m water resistance, and the other is 500m?
how's the side profile on this watch??thanks
Just found out about this one and sad to see it is no longer made. The newer replacement one is pretty much a 1:1 Rolex clone, whereas this one had a bit of its own unique style.
Now, in titanium. Maybe you could revisit it.
Is that a stainless steel case or a titanium
Stainless.
As always great video Rob! Is this a true GMT like the Rolex GMT and does this watch comes in a larger size?
It isn't a true GMT.. it doesn't have a bi directional bezel and the GMT hand moves when you adjust the hour hand..
Cool vid RR. I'm due to receive that exact model tomorrow (Monday), can wait! I have the same wrist size it would have been helpful to have seen in the vid you removing the band links as I've no experience of doing it. Any advice or guidance you can provide I would be great full for. I guess there's no chance of a short vid on link removal? Thanks again for the review.
Sorry sold the watch. I use reader glasses, and good screwdriver. Being able to see (glasses and lights) really help with the process. Good tool is also key. Remove screws between links that need to be removed, remove links, line remaking links back up, replace screw. Put loose parts in small baggie and place back in box.
Many thanks for your prompt response RR. The pins are they screw out or punch/push through? I do have the correct tools to carry this out, arriving with the watch. You sold the watch! Did it not meet with your expectations?
Nice watch and def better in ss than titanium. If they could use an engraved bezel on their other versions I’d be in. Sold my ocean 39 because you can’t read the bezel markers.
Dammit Rob! It's beautiful!
Would look good in Miami sunshine.
@@RandomRobReviews enabler.. :)
You have dibs on this one.
Looks fantastic and perfect for my wrists.