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I own this watch and it’s amazing, the size is perfect and the bracelet is surprisingly great. It’s also a strap monster. I have worn it with a fluco tan leather, a vintage tropic rubber and a navy NATO and it looks amazing. I’m so happy with this watch, it’s robust, highly quality with a vintage look that doesn’t look like a Rolex copy.
Been wearing No.518 (ETA movement) for almost 2 years now & absolutely love it. Never worn the bracelet, it still has the wrapping on it, but on a genuine UK military G10 NATO strap in either Admiralty Grey or black & it looks amazing even with the faux patina.
I have the original 42mm OVM too and it's a great watch. I would have preferred it at 40mm and about 12mm thick but that was not the trend 7 years ago. The thing I really don't like about these newer OVM versions is the "Ocean One" stamp on the dial which cheapens it. The dials are not as deep black as the original either. I'll be sticking with V1
I have the 39 GMT Pepsi and I love it. It's a great size. I'm thinking about this MilSub 39 - I like the hands and the minutes all around, as I use my bezels for timing frequently.
Wearing No. 1685 on my wrist as I'm typing this. I still own and love my 42mm OVM, but, man... those Gnomon-exclusive 39mm vintage models work *so* well in the smaller case-size. I had the chance to see and handle all four of them when I bought the 39mm OVM and I would've picked up each and every one of them if money were no object.
I have the 42mm Mk3 works fine on my 7.5 inch wrist. I have contemplated flipping it, mainly because I've just realised I prefer watches with a Date function. But tbh, every time I take it out of the box, I think nah I can't sell this; not considering what I paid for it at EUR325 new. Sapphire, ETA2824 regulated, its easily my most accurate watch in my collection around 0 to +2secs per day after wearing it both consistently and sporadically. Can only see the Used price rise on them eventually, as ETAs become limited outside the Swatch Group.
Indeed! I've got the 39mm. Great watch. but every time I put it on I wish it was 40 mm. If you're going to make an homage watch, why not make it the correct damn size?!
This 39 was bodged together hurriedly, some of the proportions are off. For example they used the same handset as the 42 so they look too big, they reach right to the edge of the dial, on the 42 they just skim the minute markers.
This watch needs a comparison to the Ginault Ocean Rover. They appear to be very similar. Primary differences seem to be raised vs flat indices and Rolex vs conventional clasp.
I looked at Steinhart's portfolio, not so much interested in their diver homages but they do make some nice other styles which almost nobody talks about or reviews. If I was to buy into the brand, I would buy one of those.
Unless is a high grade decorated movement, there's nothing to look at really. The ETA in the OVM is a workhorse, but nothing pretty. Steel case back is much better.
The 39 to 41 mm sizes are starting to feel finer. I have grown tired of the big suckers. I never thought I would say that!
39mm is perfect not buying anything bigger again
I’ve cut my collection to an SKX, this watch and a 5610.
first time i ever seen faux patina done right. well done stieny!
I own this watch and it’s amazing, the size is perfect and the bracelet is surprisingly great. It’s also a strap monster. I have worn it with a fluco tan leather, a vintage tropic rubber and a navy NATO and it looks amazing. I’m so happy with this watch, it’s robust, highly quality with a vintage look that doesn’t look like a Rolex copy.
Thanks for a great review. Ordered one today!
Been wearing No.518 (ETA movement) for almost 2 years now & absolutely love it. Never worn the bracelet, it still has the wrapping on it, but on a genuine UK military G10 NATO strap in either Admiralty Grey or black & it looks amazing even with the faux patina.
I really like this size and look. Try to get 1 in the 2nd hand market.
I’ve still got my mk1 42mm OVM that I purchased in 2015, comes back into rotation every now and then. Keeps accurate time, looks great on wrist.
I have the original 42mm OVM too and it's a great watch. I would have preferred it at 40mm and about 12mm thick but that was not the trend 7 years ago. The thing I really don't like about these newer OVM versions is the "Ocean One" stamp on the dial which cheapens it. The dials are not as deep black as the original either. I'll be sticking with V1
Really good looking piece! Like the handset, a little bit different.
This is a great watch. I love mine!
My 42 fits my 7.5 “ wrist perfectly. I love this watch.
I have the 39 GMT Pepsi and I love it. It's a great size.
I'm thinking about this MilSub 39 - I like the hands and the minutes all around, as I use my bezels for timing frequently.
Definitely like the looks, even the faux patina.
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A very good review. I like mine really much. I have #15
I have the 39mm Gnomon Vintage Explorer with drilled lugs. Fantastic watch.
Sam Lowry My all-time favorite piece!! What a beauty👌
I hope some day they do this watch again, is the best Steinhart in 39 mm. I’ll definitely buy it
Its back in stock on gnomon been checking for a while now. Pick her up now
As a Seiko fan, i have one of these and love it. Good size. Simple. Looks good. Reliable. But the lume is nothing like Seiko lume. Fades quickly
Seikos movement is nothing compared to ETA/Sellita.
Wearing No. 1685 on my wrist as I'm typing this. I still own and love my 42mm OVM, but, man... those Gnomon-exclusive 39mm vintage models work *so* well in the smaller case-size. I had the chance to see and handle all four of them when I bought the 39mm OVM and I would've picked up each and every one of them if money were no object.
You have to be the hardest working watch youtuber.
Did you sleep at all? It’s 4am here. Lol great review as usual.
I have the 42mm Mk3 works fine on my 7.5 inch wrist. I have contemplated flipping it, mainly because I've just realised I prefer watches with a Date function. But tbh, every time I take it out of the box, I think nah I can't sell this; not considering what I paid for it at EUR325 new. Sapphire, ETA2824 regulated, its easily my most accurate watch in my collection around 0 to +2secs per day after wearing it both consistently and sporadically.
Can only see the Used price rise on them eventually, as ETAs become limited outside the Swatch Group.
stunning!!!!
I really, really like this. Its gonna take me a while to save for this let alone find a seller. Here's hoping 🤞🤞
Stunning watch. Is the lume made from radium?
I've been taking a hard look at these. The sword hands on a Sub are amazing. I wish they had done them in the original 40mm, but 39mm will have to do.
Indeed! I've got the 39mm. Great watch. but every time I put it on I wish it was 40 mm. If you're going to make an homage watch, why not make it the correct damn size?!
Did they make a few minor changes? The hour hand looks more proportionate.
They're great watches
Like it very much.
I love my 42 OVM it fits my 8” wrist, runs around 20 seconds fast, may have it regulated.
Love my 42mm on my 8.25 inch wrist. After having mine regulated it was plus 4 seconds.
Edit: mine is version 3.
Chris Walls I have the infamous version 2 (tropic dial) - always runs a steady -2 s/d👍
So what’s the difference with the non Gnomon version exept the case back number !?! Thanks
Do you like the fauxtina?
This 39 was bodged together hurriedly, some of the proportions are off. For example they used the same handset as the 42 so they look too big, they reach right to the edge of the dial, on the 42 they just skim the minute markers.
Patinas always had me
I really am thinking about it . $650 cad . I live in Toronto .
Best watch
This watch needs a comparison to the Ginault Ocean Rover. They appear to be very similar. Primary differences seem to be raised vs flat indices and Rolex vs conventional clasp.
It's a very nice watch, I may buy one when my wife's next away....I have almost bought the Ginault a couple of times, it appeals but...
Ginault is a different level though
Mine Steinhart OVM 39 is Nº 504
Faux patina kills it for me. But I still have all my 39’s Steinys. Probably will ship at least two to you to sell. Great watches though
It's an exclusive but not limited. Numbers are still raising.
I looked at Steinhart's portfolio, not so much interested in their diver homages but they do make some nice other styles which almost nobody talks about or reviews. If I was to buy into the brand, I would buy one of those.
That’s a great size, only wish it didn’t have that aggressively of an application of faux-aged lume.
Nice looking watch! To bad I've lost interest in Autos and have gone G-Shock mad😂
not bad for $375
Nice watch would be nice to have exhibition case back !!
Unless is a high grade decorated movement, there's nothing to look at really. The ETA in the OVM is a workhorse, but nothing pretty. Steel case back is much better.
Ivaylo Petrov I agree
I think limited to 2000 not 100% sure on that though.
still.making them
I wish there were more milsub homages.
41 every time ,
That faux patina on the dial... I don't dig it.
Overall looks good except for 3 things... watch thickness, too busy minutes marker on the bezel and thick bracelet
wish it didn't have the awful fake patina
Fauxtina kills the look
@@Ronin228 agree. And the lume isnt as good too
The question is, will you buy watches cased in China, once the Anti-China campaign starts... even if its a European company.