Steinhart GMT - 5 Things I Like, 5 Things I Don't!
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Yet another big shout out to my mate Ashley for loaning me this Steiny! My first Steiny, and I must admit no real surprises. The photos of this watch suggest that the hands and bezel insert are cheap, and they are! HA! A few niggles, but none that could not be fixed by picking another watch from their line up. A serious contender this one. Cheers, Jody
I have this in the 39 GMT and along with my Moonie, this gets the most wrist time. I love the silky smooth winding when it is off my wrist - I smile every time I wind it. For the money, this can't be beat. They also have a very lovely pink mother of pearl 39 diver for that special woman in your life.
Its a minature of the clock on the wall behind Jody!
"If you don't like homages, you probably shouldn't be watching the video."
You charming, naive child. Many people track down videos about things they don't like, precisely so they may complain bitterly about them.
Ah yes, Internet 101.
It is the victim culture , brother .
And that makes them as A** H*** 😏
I have 2 Steiny's and I love them both. They are my 2 most worn pieces.
Ya me too I have a ocean vintage red and the GMT 39 love em both and they compete for wrist time with some nice seiko divers
The GMT hand lines perfectly. Take my word sir. Yesterday I was in the steinhart boutique in Aachen (A town here in Germany) and I had them all in my hands. I watches your video bevore and so I did not want the GMT version whe I entered the boutique. But when I was in the boutique and checkted them out. They lined up PERFECTLY. I asked the holder of the boutique about that issue and he told me if such misslineing should happen he would send this particular piece back to get a propper one. In the end I bought the black GMT with ceramic insert for under 500€.
He took one old watch with a broken GMT hand and generalized
Integrityist something else
Sorry Mr. Jordy. 👎 👎 👎
Yeah. I was at Mr Engelen's store in Aachen last Saturday and bought a 39 Vintage GMT Premium. I also had the 39 Batman Premium GMT and the 42 Titanium Batman GMT on the wrist and before I bought my watch, I checked the alignment of all three pieces with a loupe. None of them were misaligned.
@@1SaG Steinharts are great and I have no idea why someone risk his reputation in the way Jordy does. Showing an old defect watch and generalized it. Well he lost lots of my respect. Sorry to say that.
I also have the 39mm version on the jubilee. My favorite watch. Super comfortable; keeps time with in 2 seconds per day and everything lines up perfectly. Took a while for the stiff bezel to break in, but now it's super smooth. For the money it's also my best value watch by along shot.
Of all the watces I own, this is my favorite. I've owned a number of Steinharts and they are my favorite micro brand. 42mm diameter, oyster bracelet, pepsi bezel, everything you could want. It's comfortable on my 7.25" wrist, has good weight, easy to read.
You can stick only with Steinhart
and never leave!
You will still have a happy watch collecting life.
Fantastic watch and review...
"alot of people are complaining about the GMT not lining up on the dial? WAT?!?!?
😂
The GMT lines up with the bezel markers not the dial markers..
- readjust gmt again for it to land on the bezel marker between 10-12, of which is 1100 hrs.
The dial time is 1:55pm and the GMT 24hr scale time is read on the bezel, of which is 1055hrs.
It's working as it should! 😊
Opened my new Steinhart GMT 39MM w/ aluminum bezel / on a jubilee bracelet and it is straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. It saved me 18K and not figuratively I mean literally. (I’ll grab a date
-just instead now)
I have this same watch and am very happy with it. My GMT hand lines up correctly, must have been lucky. Nice review, I am very satisfied with mine.
Surprised not more said about the misaligned GMT hand. That would be the deal breaker for me. The rest looks ok.
It lines up. Just an issue on this particular piece
perfectly aligned on mine . that ones just a dud
Was looking at a GMT vintage, and came here for the JOMW take. Deal breaker for me too, their vintage Fifty Fathoms homage looks dope though and no wonky hour hand.
its one watch that has a misaligned gmt hand i have 13 steinhart none have a misaligned gmt hand. again rolex have this sometimes dont forget people put this watch together by hand you all act like you never make mistakes plz stfu when you dont know what you are talking about
I agree vintage with no cyclop .
Océan 500 titanium premium is my favourite & its eu 620 ! 🐸👍
I have the 39mm vintage ceramic and i love it. Lumed insert, exhibition case back and custom rotor, drilled lugs and no cyclops.
Winner!
ABOUT TIME YOU GOT A STEINHART ON THE CHANNEL :D
The GMT alignment is unforgivable. I'm amazed he didn't send it back.
The GMT hand lines perfectly. It may be wrong on this special watch. I was in the steinhart boutique and had many of then in my hand.
@@eusupporter8438 People do not seem to know how to use. I had to show the dealer why it is critical to reading the second time. My one the bezel was out Seiko style. I did see a couple with mis aligned bezels. Possibly Steinhart dump these on the African and Australian destinations ....
theres nothing wrong with the gmt hand lol stop hating
Just picked up the 39mm GMT Pepsi jubilee. Lots of the 5 things Jody didn't like are taken away... Smaller size, bezel insert actually looks pretty good (mostly due to the metal on the edge of the bezel is thinner), GMT hand lines up. I do have to agree the cyclops is not super magnifying, but it is better in person than in pictures. The lume though is dull, but lasts the night.
The 39mm is well worth the money!!!!
Gnomon now offers replacement LUMED ceramic bezels for the various Steinhart 39mm and 42mm GMT bezels. I just put a lumed Pepsi bezel on my 42mm Ocean Vintage One, and it is a big enhancement on looks and utility. The lume on the bezel is bright and matches the hands and indices perfectly and the ceramic enhances the looks of the entire watch considerably. Mine is still running at +2 seconds per day after 3 years and I've experienced no issues with it whatsoever.
After wearing 42 size seikos i bought the 39 it felt small at 1st but now its a everday wear, i dont even feel it on my wrist, very nice fit😊
i know im a year behind seeing this video but, i have owned a few steinharts over the year including the rare "Great Barrier Reef" (only 111 made) the ceramic GMT coke, ocean one premiums, and now the 500 Titanium GMT Premium. i have had only one that had a misaligned GMT hand and when i messaged Gunter Steinhart himself he told me to send back the watch and he will have it re serviced and sent back. about 2 weeks later the watch came back with the hand fixed and no problems after that. they've stepped up their QC control since then and haven't had a problem since. a great place to get to direct message Gunter himself is the Steinhart Fan Page on Facebook since he is a member himself and is a regular on there.
Steinhardt are fantastic with their customer service, this is what I'd expect from them.
The 39 is fantastic. For the non gmt it’s my daily war. This thing is a tank and outside of the aluminum bezel it’s still looking like new after 2 years of hard use.
I bought the ocean 1 gmt titanium for my dad's 70th he loves it. But immediately I had a problem with the ETA and had to send back to get it fixed works a treat now for the last 2 years .
I own two Steinhart watches, including an Ocean 39 GMT Premium 500 ("Batman" ceramic bezel). I also got the jubilee bracelet for this one, and in my opinion, it looks much better.
I also own an Ocean 1 42, and I agree with your comment about that size being bulky. 51 mm L2L is quite long for the average wrist. I prefer the 39mm size.
Martin C. Did you pick up a jubilee bracelet for the ocean 39 GMT? That’s the one thing I always wanted to get for mine when I had it. Would love to see how it looks on a jubilee!
and what would you say about that GMT hand misalignment?
iscreamonu jaisanbai No misalignment to speak of on my unit. Of course the hand moves toward the next hour as minutes go by, but if I set it at say 9 o’clock sharp, then I don’t see any issue.
I have a $100 Alpha Pepsi GMT. GMT works fine. No excuse Steinhart!
@@martinc.720 good for you, btw what movement is on yours?
I've been thinking about one of these. This IS the video I've been waiting for
Let me know if you have any questions about their Sub homage, I own the Ocean One 39.
I have the Ocean One 39mm with ceramic bezel ~ absolutely lovely and a steal at £360
Lume on the 39mm is BGW9 right? How is the lume? Better than this one?
go for it dont listen to these so called experts they clearly have no clue
Hey, I graduated from Florida State! Nice shirt, just another reason to like your channel more
Go Noles and super excited with the hiring of Mike Norvell.
brilliant watches.
They are not exact copies and have theit own character,
I have 11 Steinharts in my collection and regularly wear them. Like them a lot.
GMT hand not lining up is a dealbreaker.
Same here. Thanks for the warning.
Agree. Mine aligns perfectly though. I have the 39mm vintage, which uses the same movement, so dont know what's going on.
Yup I bought one, and it was way off and sent it back quickly under warranty.
classic ETA GMT issue unfortunately ... if there is no warranty anymore, any local watchmaker can correct it for small bucks (20€ in Berlin for example)
NewFormofSilence You watch snobs really are a bunch of knit picking grumpy bastards. I'd just make the auto correction in my head or as someone else stated any decent watchmaker/repair guy could fix it. I guess you're above that and you'd rather think about new ways you'd like to have your sausage sucked. Cest la vie.
Jody, you are the GOAT.
Aesthetically, The gap between the upper mid-link and the end link (or is it the case?) is an eye-sore. This gap will be minimal only on 8 inch wrists.
Jody wearing my alma mater's t-shirt while reviewing one of my favorite brands?! My day is complete! I have the Steinhart Aviator Automatik and love it.
Great Review! My Steinhart GMT hand lines up perfectly and keeps time, since Christmas when I received it, at +2 seconds per day with the ETA movement.. The lume is excellent with night adjusted eyesight and the Jubilee bracelet on my version is very comfortable. So far no complaints whatsoever. If a 42mm lumed ceramic replacement bezel were to become available for this watch I'd definitely be interested just because I'm a lume junkie.
Steinhart is an amazing brand... Sooo much watch for the money. Next would be Davosa at around 800, then there that one brand Ginault... but I wont say anything Jody hasnt already said about them;)
I’ve had both 42 and 39 on wrist. The 42 locked and felt large and I have a 7.75 in. Wrist. The 39 ceramic was a dream. Hey Jody, hunt up a Zodiac Super Sea Wolf to review. I had a Sea Wolf in the late sixties that was one of the best watches I’ve owned and the Super looks like a redo. Thanks for the honest Steinhart review.
I had their Ocean One Ceramic for about a year. It was great. Big fan of their quality for the money. I sold it to help fund a more expensive watch though, as I tend to wear just one (not more) watch, and wear it all the time.
I have this in the 39mm with no issues, for the price it’s a winner.
Watch arrived today. Ocean One ‘Pepsi’ with a Jubilee bracelet. GMT hand is spot on - as far as I can tell. As each second mark on the dial represents 24 minutes, the GMT hand is not a precision indicator - have to use the minute hand for that. GMT does allign with an hour mark when minute hand is at 12. Interestingly, Steinhart took almost two days shipping my watch after order this time - perhaps your video did have an effect on their QA process.
I had the misalignment of the GMT hand as well. I sent it back and they fixed it under warranty. Imagine that. Cheers
i own a steinhart ocean gmt just like in the video but in 39. i have ZERO PROBLEM. all are align with no defect. good watch with affordable price 😊
Hey Jody (and everyone), if you go for the ceramic insert, I would advise against going for the black bezel version. The website's picture is misleading - the markers are much more grey and blend in with the glossy black bezel. Aside from that, I really dig my Steinhart Ocean One 39. Definitely my go-to Subby homage.
Atticus You can get another bezel from Steinhart and replace it.
They've actually changed that on newer models. Mine came from the factory with a nice legible one, just like the photos.
Welcome back Jody
I had one before with ceramic bezel.
I did not like the GMT action on it.
Rather it was not a comfortable to ware.
I gave it to brother who said it was the best watch he had in his life !!! .
Great review as always. However, I a really surprised that you gave them a “get out of jail free” card on that GMT hand alignment! I mean, WTH?? A GMT watch with a hand that buggers up the GMT?!?! 🤪🤪 if you don’t get the basics right, everything else is like polishing a turd :)))
having said that, the brand is one that I have looked at seriously on many occasions but finally never found the love enough to actually buy one.
Keep up the good work! :)
Greetings from a Brit in Poland :)
Steven Vogt same
Hald the problems I've seem with most GNT move ment. Wouldn't opt for Pepsi, more blue or black.
@@VersedNJ particular piece
@@eusupporter8438 Except for youtubes, really don't know much about Steinhart outside of their quality which I hear are excellent
I know this maybe heretical is the G Shock GWR B1000,nice watch but a bit pricey. What benefits is BT capabilities to set everything up with your phone etc. Never was a lover or hater of G Shocks, their . LCD made them hard to read, the B1000 solves that problem.
Never was a quartz hater, much prefer automatics. But there are a few gems that should not be ignored.
Having owned the both an Ocean Premium 500 39 and their “Explorer II homage GMT,” you’re absolutely right Jodi, the 39 is PERFECT! Actually regret selling mine, after watching this review I may need to get another 😅
Think you would enjoy the vintage 39mm models Jody! Most of your complaints addressed
If you want a Steinhart with 100% original design with all the specs…go with the one I currently own: GMT Ocean One in titanium and ETA movement. Ultra light, clean original dial, 50ATM, and domed sapphire with ar coating
I have the 39mm milspec with an ETA elabore movement, great retro dial/lume and the bracelet tapers nicely. Bought slightly used for $425 and Love it!
Hey Jody! It's me again, mate! I love your reviews. You keep it 1 hun! Thanks for the review of Steinhart GMT review. I own 2 Steinharts...a Submariner homage
(42mm) & the OVM version. Love them both. I have no problem with homages. As a po' mane, I could never afford the 'real thing'. Anyway, thanks again. Looking forward (with baited breath) for the next video. Take care, homie!
I agree with allot of the comments concerning the GMT misalignment. It should be a deal breaker. I am a huge fan of Bernhardt watches and they happen to have two styles of GMT watches, both with the ETA 2836 movt. The Binnacle GMT is $624 and the Corsair GMT is $679. They come with really nice solid SS oyster bracelets with screw adjust links. They periodically have sales with good discounts. Anyway, if you are looking for a GMT, it's worth your time to check Bernhardt (made in America). Another great review Jody. Keep 'em coming and maybe throw some Bernhardt watch reviews for 2020. Cheers
Yes, Jody. I completely agree with you on your 5 things good & bad. a year ago, I had bought this watch from Gnomon, but as you said, I really hated the cyclops, and dull looking dial and boring clasp. So I had to sell it and buy something else.
As for Cyclops, I believe it is an easy fix and shouldn't cost much if Tisell and even Pagani sub can do it right. And for the dial, at least they can make it shinny black. For clasp, it is a mystery to me. Not just Steinhart, but so many micro brands / mid priced watches use exactly same clasp over and over again. There got to be something else more functional and interesting clasps around... Thanks for the review Jody.
Hey Alex, did you find a more beautiful watch that costs near Steinhart?
@@Raufm3 yup. pick up Ginault silence service at $850 ebay. great condition and absolutely stunning watch.
Thank you for reviewing a Steinhart & thanks to Ashley for his generosity - sharing it with us and the JOMW camera. I have been tempted SO many times by the Steinhart catalog. They sure do look good on paper! They offer so much and they are priced well compared to some other homage watches. I just never pulled the trigger because 1) I was waiting to see one thru the JOMW lens, and 2) I did not think much of the flat design of the case & lugs. My wrist is curved - shouldn't my watch also be curved? Anyway, thanks again for getting one for review - it was worth the wait. I look forward to hearing what you think when you get a Steinhart 39mm on your world map! (I can see the Steinhart staff nudging & elbowing each other, saying, "See! We were right to ignore his e-mails!") Maybe so, but I thought it was a fair and honest review.
I had an Ocean 1 (non-GMT) I picked up on a forum and sold about a year later. Couldn't tell you why, but just never bonded with it. It's exactly what you said - they are great spec wise on paper, but we don't live on paper.
My Steinhart Coke version, 42mm ... perfect ! I didn't like his big and heavy SS bracelet, so i fitted a rally black leather 3 holes strap. I love it.
Ive been subscribed to u for a few years now (since u furst started i think) and i must say, you seem to try to be honest in your reviews and i (and im sure others) do appreciate it
Thank you!
It’s nice, but I could never bring myself to buy one. I’d either go cheapo and get a Parnis or spend a bit more and get a TAG Heuer Aquaracer GMT or save up for a Tudor GMT
I have a Steinhart GMT 39mm in black. The GMT hand lines up, and it is a really nice watch. I have had it for about 2 years... and I've only work in maybe 3 times. It is my only homage watch, and I guess it is just nor for me.
It looks like they have a lot of problems to sort out. I can’t drop down to the smaller size as I have very large wrists! Great video as always Jory! Still the best watch reviews on You Tube!!!
I don't get why people with larger wrists don't think they can wear normal, yes, normal sized watches. Nobody on this planet can't pull off a 40mm watch.
This whole ladies wearing larger watches thing is really cutting into men's insecurities.
Any gentleman, no matter how big should be able to confidently wear even a 38.
Can't go by size alone either, many watches wear larger or smaller than their physical dementions.
Nothing is more of a factor than lug to lug, and case height. I don't really put much consideration into case diameter below 44mm.
I have the jubilee version on order. I haven't received it yet, but there are a few things I don't like:
1. Underpowered cyclops
2. Not a Maxi dial
3. Aluminum bezel (would prefer non-vintage ceramic pepsi)
4. Printed bezel numerals (would prefer etched/engraved)
5. Dial could be blacker (black enamel please)
If Davosa produced a Ternos Professional GMT with a ceramic non-vintage Pepsi bezel, I would have that in a heartbeat. I confirmed with Davosa customer service yesterday that they have not developed a red/blue ceramic bezel.
2:08 That vintage model is definitely the one to go for, a real looker!
Only if it was 39mm
@@sebbe9027 Yeah I just spotted that it's a 42mm afterwards. Fail. Why can't we have nice things!?
Thank you for the review. I own this watch with a Jubilee bracelet and a black one with the Oyster bracelet. I replaced the Steinhart Jubilee bracelet with a Starpcode Jubilee. The Strapcode Jubilee is higher quality and more attractive with the polished center links.
I have the 39mm Ocean Thirty Nine Vintage Explorer and its a great watch. the clasp is very stiff when you get it but other than that its fab.
Love the FSU shirt. Go noles
Steinhart watches, all of them, are an excercise in value for money. They are consistent in showing the whole world how much swiss made watches should actually cost. And for that they have my deepest respect.
Nice one, Jody, finally reviewing a Steinhart...! Thanks! 😊
Btw, how was the vacation...? Will we get a feedback any time soon regarding the performace of the watches that traveled with you in that fancy watch roll...? 😊
I bought a Steinhart Ocean One Vintage in February 2019 and I’ve worn it every day since. It’s a fantastic watch. I’ll get their Military model as well.
I have a green ocean 39. I agree with out 100%. The failure of my version is the cheap looking dial with semi applied indices. Lume is just ok but could be better.
My green aluminium bezel look fine and 39mm is indeed a better size than the Ocean one 42 series.
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Thanks for sharing. good review. I bought Steinhart GMT42mm jubile pepsie 2 yesterday for 325 euros. 6 months old. full set I think it's a super watch for that price. a GMT Rolex costs 12,000 slaals, so win win.
i have 4 steinharts n looking at number 5. the quality is outstanding
They definitely won't answer your emails now! 🤣
I owned both an Ocean One ceramic and Ocean GMT Pepsi for around 4-5 years and loved them for what they were...BUT I always hated the case shape and what they did with the end links. I even have a 7.25-7.5" wrist, and they always felt too big. I just bought a San Martin Pepsi GMT, and I love everything about it. I wish it were Swiss Made with a 2893-2 elabore for $200-400 more, but you can't have everything. Between the SM GMT and the Tisell Marine Diver, I think they are a perfect homage pair.
Love the work Jody! I've had the watch bug on and off for years. Had my Dad's simple Omega 1970's automatic restored for him 20 years ago.. he then gave it to me.. Dad's passed now but I often have that baby on my wrist. He also gave me a hand winding Benrus that many returning soldiers had. Mom worked for Bulova with my aunt.. so I have a nice Bulova tank style. Recently bought a Baltic Aquascaphe and have been loving it. Anyway, my two boys, 11, and 15 love your channel as well.. best from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado!
Frank
I love my Steinhart GMT. 39mm, black ceramic Bezel (though the numbers are "ghosty" - depends on the lighting), GMT Hand aligns perfectly... still dont love that flat Lugs on my 6.7 inch wrist. Gets the most time on my wrist, even with my suit.
Steinhart GMT 39mm + Steinhart OVM 39mm = incredible value for money and a great combo.
Jody, I bought the Ocean Titanium 500 GMT Premium and actually considered having it sent to you to unbox! I don't think I have the misalignment issue with the GMT hand and think it may be because of the movement's "élaboré" specification. Now I'm curious and will have to check it when I get home. Compared to this particular model though I'd say the Titanium has most of the pluses with few of the minuses. I have been wearing it quite a lot and love it!
Great shirt by the way! 😉
I have the same one and love it. The straight lugs are a bit of a bummer of the rest of it is a total win.
I have the same watch and on every aspect it is atrocious in build quality (abysmal beyond belief and unwearable as it falls apart) - been sent back at my cost to Steinhart for an explanation. Very dissapointed with the company.
Richard Knight, what a shame to hear! I hope you do get satisfaction. The impression I have from many reviews is that yours is an exceptional experience.
I have a Steinhart bronze 2017 ocean 1 no date,I use NATO’s on it,this watch is fantastic perfect amazing and there is nothing negative about it,it looks and feels like a very expensive tool watch,eta 28-24-1 ,I’m a huge steiny fan.
I have a 6.75" wrist and the 42mm works very well for me. I also have this watch and the Premium blue with a ceramic bezel and their ceramic bezels are a bit too reflective. The Aluminum bezel might be the preference till the start engraving their ceramics. I actually like the dial. Cyclops could be more magnifying, not sure why brands don't do better in this respect (does Rolex have the corner on magnifying glass?). I don't have the issue with the GMT hand and I like the dial fine. The hands might be more distinctive but it doesn't bother me that much.
Funny Coincidence - ordered this beautiful watch yesterday to supplement my blue Ocean One Premium. And a hint - you are complaining Steinhart is not sending you free watches .. How about doing like me and supporting them by buying one ? - If you decide to pass it on, resell value is high, close to original price.
Steinhart makes amazing watches - they differ from most other homage manufacturers - by offering top movements. Basic line has ETA 2824 Elaboré rather than the usual NH35 or Miyota movements. My Ocean One premium runs at an average of + 0.2 seconds/day after a quick adjustemt.
bodstrup, unboxed my Ocean Titanium 500 GMT Premium and put it on the Weishi 1000 right away. Dead-nuts on the money! I was impressed to say the least!
Mine is the ceramic on jubilee and I removed my cyclops. On my 8 1/4” the watch is awesome but i would recommend the 39mm if you have sub 7 1/2” . I also, have the vintage military and it is just wonderful.
Hey I am so happy with my new Steinhart 39mm green ceramic! I dont think I'll be changing to wear another watch for a while. I have a Seiko presage cocktail gray dial and a Seiko skx 175 coke dial.
Yew, my GMT hand did not line up; I bought the 39mm with the charcoal-grey ceramic bezel. I had my watchmaker re-align the hands for me, and he said it was very fiddly to do so because the watch was so thin that there was, of necessity, a very limited clearance for the hand-stack. He advised me that a hard knock could easily put them out of alignment again.
Would be interested in your review of the Steinhart Ocean 39 vintage GMT Premium blue/red ceramic. That's the one everyone's been raving about lately.
The GMT alignment is just one issue of Steinhart a company with a poor track record on quality control based on my experience and comments on chat groups. I have yet to see one Steinhart where the GMT hand is properly aligned (see at least 12 now in Real Life). Another common problem is the bezel alignment or rather the lack of it. I have the Steinhart Ocean 500 GMT Titanium with both GMT and bezel miss-alignment. The case machining is atrocious and I really do mean it is abysmal and is misaligned (skew) on every axis so all the lugs are asymmetrical (different length/widths) and the finishing around the crown is really rough. Further the screw down crown does not go into the case symmetrically. Another common criticism the screws come out of the bracelet (yeap I had that problem so carry a jewellers screw driver around ) and I also have the problem that machining of the spring bars and the holes means they are not aligned and a bit shallow so I have had on several occasions the spring bar pulling out. The case shape with its very flat lugs makes this size comfortable on those with large and flat wrists - it wears very large for the apparent size. You are spot on with the observation that selection of the right Steinhart watch is critical. A local agency brings them in so I have seen most of the range. To me the 39 mm with the ceramic bezel are the options especially if you can get it on the more comfortable Jubilee bracelet. Don't waste money of their "Premium" line all you are getting is a sapphire back. Avoid all of their Titanium watches - the subcontractor that makes these is simply incompetent. I have seen three now and the quality is poor in all cases and would not trust the water resistance ratings. Certainly I would not swim or shower with it as the crown does not screw flush with the case. My watch has been sent back to Steinhart about three weeks ago it through the retailer I bought it from at my own expense and I wait to see what they will do. As I understand it there is no Steinhart manufacturing plant, it is all done through a subcontractor at one of 12 production facilities and here-in lies the caution. What I have heard is they take a minimum of two months to resolve Quality Control issues.
I was in the boutique in Aachen and checked many of them before I bought. There was no problem with the GMT hand at all.
@@eusupporter8438 I checked in a boutique here and every single GMT hand was not quite aligned. This is a big problem. If you restrict your self to a 39 mm non GMT watch it is probably OK. Possibly you don't know what to look for.
I have a steinhart GMT and the GMT hand is perfectly aligned
@@GEMINICT i got a 39 vintage red about a month ago, honestly can't fault it... I dont really like GMTs or pepsi bezels so I'm good i guess. It runs 3 secs a day and F&F is great.
@@simondoutre6225 Thanks for the info .... Steinhart did come good with alignment of both the bezel and the GMT hand. Mine is running about 6 secs fast now. They all pressure tested the watch.
I have the 39mm gmt 500. It is superb with none of the issues related here. Also, being 39mm is really fabulous on a jubilee and is not a homage, unlike this one. It would be good to see Jody look at the gmt 500 for comparison. A huge improvement IMHO.
I totally agree with you about the lume and the dial. I bought the OVM 39 from Gnomon and I really like the watch, but even exposed to proper amount of light the lume still not last bright for long period of time, sure it still legible throughout the night but even my Seiko SNX427's tiny hands out lume the Steinhart. Nevertheless, it's still a decent watch for the price.
The movement yes, but what is tacked on to it no. As usual you have done a good job of explaining the highs and lows of this watch. People can watch your video in confidence, and help them choose the watch or not 👍 Tam.
I have 2 Steinharts and they run at +2spd and +1.4spd, so it feels like yours was a lemon at +6-7spd. I can't believe you were bothered by the lume, it easily lasts all night for me - and yes, I do actually use it having a baby that wakes up several times a night. GMT hand is off on my GMT as well...oh well.
Thanks for video!
Steinhart seem to be great watches for the price. But I read that some people felt that the lugs are too flat and makes the watch too flat on the wrist. And when I look at Steinhart website all 39mm divers with window on the backside have GMT hand.
I am not interested in that and only find it another unnecessary feature and detail on the dial.
Nice review mate...enjoy your holiday. Got to say that I’d go for the Parnis version (think theirs is 40mm with a jubilee bracelet as an option), and maybe throw in a better movement when the Chinese movement stops, and may still be cheaper than the Steinhart.
That's the 'Honda Civic' method! Buy and modify the Civic, rather than the GTI! Not sure what would fit inside the Parnis case.... 🤔
Agree with pretty much everything. Had the vintage GMT and if it was 39mm I’d probably STILL have it. My GMT hand even lined up 💪🏽
I have the steinhart aviation dual time. it has a decorated 2893 and the cathedral hands are gorgeous. Guilt hands,puffy lume plots. I love steinhart!! you're absolutely right that you just have to pick the right model.
:hey Jody I got a joke for you .. how do you get a Florida State graduate off your porch??? you pay him for the pizza🤣🤣🤣
Great video ! I look forward to more STEINHART reviews in the future 👌👍👍👍
Well I must be the lucky one I have the same watch in my collection I have a larger wrist and the 42mm version fits nice also the gmt hand lines up perfectly it has a eta movment .I spend some time in Germany every year and the last time I was there I asked if I could visit the factory for a look round and purchase a jubilee bracelet as I fancied an up grade they were quick to respond and offered me a tour but as my time was limited and the factory was a day drive from Padderborn I didn't make it ,my only gripe with this watch is the clasp the fold over part is very tinny to the touch and I must say my loom lasts much longer than the one you reviewed but having said that I thought you did a impartial review thanks I also appreciate your wide range of review's thanks again for a informative review.
I love both my Steinharts. They're an excellent quality brand and customer focused. The owner of this one should've sent it back and had it fixed or replaced. Cheers.
I’ve changed my view. It’s a really tasteful piece for the price. I’ve ordered one.
Agree with you. Wait for the 39mm Gnomon vintage models for $500.
So good looking.
Another Watch that beckons a Jubi.
Great Review JOMW.
Everyone’s known about Steinhart for a few years now. No surprise they wouldn’t send 1 in my opinion. Would be a heck of a free score though!
Great review as usual
I have the 39 hulk with ceramic and love it!! And see thru back.! Terrific watch
Great review, I'll keep my Mathey-Tissot GMT Pepsi. I know it is quartz so will turn off the purist. But its as nice as this watch and on a Jubillee . Consider reviewing one please.
Had the 42 and it's the bracelet that makes it feel oversized. Got the 42 bronze on a leather strap and it's fine.
I have 7.5" circumference wrists and preferred the 39mm version. Agree with all of your criticisms. Pictures look great but on my wrist it didn't work. I have under $300 Seiko's with dials that look more premium.
Nice to see an honest review of the watch, it was on my list of potential watches before seeing this review. Great looking watch, but I really find myself drawn to the small details more than the spec sheet these days. Keep up the good work!
Well said, Jody
I have a newer model(2018) ocean 1 ceramic. The dial looks a tad better and the bracelet is a little more tapered (22-28mm). My complaints are the ETA 2824-2 running fast ate over
10 seconds/day and the buckle part of the clasp being a little weak.
Totally agree about the boring black dial. It really is very meh! I got one of these on a jubilee. The Jubilee and the pepsi gave it zing but that black borders on depressing. They could have raised the indicies more for contrast or introduced colour to the indicies. Or maybe a tropic dial. (The 39 vintage looks way better but way too small for me). Mine had nice blue lume and actually glowed all night - it was quite decent. But what really ticked me off was the uselessness of the GMT hand. Sorry, the GMT hand MUST be accurate or there's no point in having it. Mine was WAY off and so I sent the watch back quickly under warranty. Gnomgnom were very good about it and issued a refund promptly. Good review!