One sees right away the difference between the Gnomon and Olko watch dials; one having a vintage patina no cyclops, and the other a new looking dial and cyclops. It's easy to understand why Gnomon left out the cyclops due to the shape and it magnifying the indices. For me, the vintage dial 39 mm watch with no cyclops is my choice. It's always informative when a review states wrist circumference as shown with watch on stated wrist. Thanks for your effort.
The original Explorer II had a cyclops and of course no fauxtina so the Olko is an almost perfect replica of the original, aside from the text on the dial.
Hi again Josh hope you well, I just bought this watch just now lol it took 2 times of trying they sell out in 30 minutes, still says available right now bit won't last, incase anyone else has been trying to get one!!! Have a wonderful day!!!! Thank you for your unboxing!!!
Subbed. Noteworthy is that the movement is the ETA 2893 'elabore' -- a thinner higher spec movement than the workhorse 2824. Apparently, steinhart/OLKO has a connection to ETA b/c supposedly they do not sell to 3rd party manufacturers. Suggest you add a lume shot, esp comparing your other Olko to the new one. Also, if you say the price paid, that really helps potential buyers like me.
I saw this one as the "boutique"-edition at the Steinhart-"store" in Aachen, Germany and it works so much better in 39mm. Luckily I'm not a huge fan of this particular design, so I wasn't tempted to buy it... :D I now have four 39mm O1s (sold the two 42mm ones I had before) and the smaller size looks way better on my 17cm/6.75 in wrist. I think one factor are those straight lugs of the Ocean Ones which are way less of an issue in 39 ... I can *just* pull off the 42 but it's getting close to sticking out past my wrist. The 39 just looks better and is more in keeping with the vintage theme, IMO.
Hi Josh I wanted to let you know Steinhart has a new vintage style Root Beer on jubilee, 39mm, I know you like the vintage look as I do, but incase you haven't had a chance to check the website. Have a wonderful evening !!!
Hi Joshua great video! The original Rolex Steve McQueen wore of this watch, was 38.5mm, and it had the date magnifier as well. This is the closest I think to the original, looks fantastic!!! I'm trying to get one now, Olka is sold out so I just messages Gunter to see if he will be sending her more, I love vintage looking watches as well!!! Both your watches are very nice!!! Have a wonderful evening!!
I may have to get one of these... Leaning towards this iteration because of the 39mm size and the cyclops. I'm ok with the 42mm, but have mixed feelings about it not having a cyclops I
Josh, if you are not travelling, do you ever set the GMT hand the same as the hour hand such that they line up? Does that look goofy or kind of cool? Thx again
Hey, I was curious on what you think a fair price for a steinhardt Ocean 39 OLKO in 9.5/10 would be? I have my eye on one, but I want to make sure I’m not drastically overpaying.
Hmm, that’s a tough call. Where are you located? I’d think close to retail would be fair TBH. This version always has limited availability and often is sold higher because of its scarcity. Try to offer slightly below retail and see what happens. Good luck 👍🏼… it’s one of my favorites.
I tried it with an engineer and straight lugs. Looks OK, but the length of the lugs leaves a bit of a gap to the bracelet (strapcode super engineer II). Did you get a chance to try it on the Jubilee?
nice one! I have the Ocean Vintage Military in 39mm and it has become my favourite watch in my collection 😁 may I ask what your wrist size is? and: I feel like the crystal is a smidge bigger (and the bezel thinner) than the ones on their other 39mm divers. would be awesome if you could confirm that for me 👍🏻
Hello Josh, I was fortunate and able to purchase one before they sold out again. Two observations, noticed the lume is applied rather thin and begins to fade quickly. Is running at +7s/d in all positions where I've read posts of the 2893-2 performing at a fraction to 2-3s/d. May I ask your experiences? Otherwise I'm very happy. Thank you for your unboxing!
I didn’t think about it in that way! This 39mm version of this watch just really wasn’t out there in the wild yet. It took me several weeks to acquire one as well. I wish you luck. 😀
Thanks for the video, great info. Whats your wrist size? It would help any future buyers give them (me) and idea of how it would look on theirs (mine) wrist. Once again thanks.
very well done josh great looking watches im still thinking of that gmt but in a oyster bracelet love the look or i might get the the Tudor GMT that watch is so cool looking but these watches are cool as well for the price you get two or 3 cool watches for the price of a tudor or rolex thats a win win anyway love the vid sir have a blessed day josh and you said you a doc thanks for your service in these time thanks for being there for us god bless you and your staff from Austin texas ....
These are tough to come by TBH… they made less than 100 of this version, only for the Hong Kong market - I suspect the aren’t too many in the USA. I lucked out and received it as a Christmas gift from my wife. Sorry I know that doesn’t help you. 🤔 I saw one listed on eBay for a premium price.
@@joshuahinson160 thanks for getting back to me. Your a lucky man to have such a thoughtful wife. Lol, enjoy your new watch. By the way, I saw the watch you spoke about on eBay. Asking $1799. Your right about not many in the US. Do you think that’s a fair price? Hate to miss a opportunity to get one.
LOL, yes I never wear the Apple Watch unless I’m at work in the ER (notifications / messages / etc). Actually have thought about going back to my Pebble for that.
@@joshuahinson160 do the vintage gmt thinner than the ocean 39 vintage gmt ? I am thinking to get the ocean 39 vintage but worry it may look too thick for the 39mm diameter . What's your verdict on this? Thx
@@havarsigurjonsson4128 Congrats! Yeah that one is only slightly different - C3 Vintage lume and no cyclops. Basically a 39mm version of the original Steinhart one. It’s good to have choices 👍🏼
@@havarsigurjonsson4128 Hi. How is your watch and did you pay any exorbitant taxes? I did and also charged a separate fee from the courier although it is advertised by Gnomon as free. Thanks .
Okay… I said from the beginning that I’m not a professional reviewer… just trying to get this watch out there for potential buyers. At the time there weren’t any videos for it
@@joshuahinson160 You did really well - great video with good close-ups and observations. I'm new to your channel, so I will definitely see if you have made any follow-ups videos. :)
really love this watch, everything which they changed from the standard version is an improvement. Thanks for the impressions!
No worries… thanks for your comments 👍🏼
I had no idea this one existed until I came across your video. I had really hoped that they'd release a 39mm version with a cyclops, and here it is!
Yup! Only one that I know of… I love it
Pick one up when in stock!
WHAT IS THE MAGNIFICATION OF THE CYCLOP
This is my GADA watch. I absolutely love it.
That was a very useful hands-on video, thanks! Would love to see a full review when you have time
One sees right away the difference between the Gnomon and Olko watch dials; one having a vintage patina no cyclops, and the other a new looking dial and cyclops. It's easy to understand why Gnomon left out the cyclops due to the shape and it magnifying the indices. For me, the vintage dial 39 mm watch with no cyclops is my choice. It's always informative when a review states wrist circumference as shown with watch on stated wrist. Thanks for your effort.
The original Explorer II had a cyclops and of course no fauxtina so the Olko is an almost perfect replica of the original, aside from the text on the dial.
Hi again Josh hope you well, I just bought this watch just now lol it took 2 times of trying they sell out in 30 minutes, still says available right now bit won't last, incase anyone else has been trying to get one!!! Have a wonderful day!!!! Thank you for your unboxing!!!
Super happy for you Chris!! Congratulations… now the waiting game 😬
@@joshuahinson160 Thank you, the waiting is the worst part lol.
Looks great. Bizarre to me Steinhart have made these 39mm versions so limited. They did 100 (50 old rad & 50 std lume) now these small batches.
Agreed... I think that it would be such a huge seller if they let it.
DOES OLKO TAKE VISA
The 1655 homage is one of Steinhart's best ,I have the butik edition from Aachen ,without cyclops and with C3 lume , great value for money ;)
Agreed regarding VFM! Do you think the 39mm case wears better on the wrist as well?
@@joshuahinson160 I think it wears perfect ,but I like my watches at 39mm, 40mm is my max so for me it's the sweet spot .
Gnomon also have a 39mm just with old radium no date magnifier ;)
Hi, nice watch! Also thanks for the info on Olko Watch Boutique
No worries. Let me know if you buy one. 👍🏼
Subbed. Noteworthy is that the movement is the ETA 2893 'elabore' -- a thinner higher spec movement than the workhorse 2824. Apparently, steinhart/OLKO has a connection to ETA b/c supposedly they do not sell to 3rd party manufacturers. Suggest you add a lume shot, esp comparing your other Olko to the new one. Also, if you say the price paid, that really helps potential buyers like me.
Will do as far as the lume shot and comparison - I’m planning on a follow up video. Cost was approx $595 USD with conversion to Euro. 👍🏼
I saw this one as the "boutique"-edition at the Steinhart-"store" in Aachen, Germany and it works so much better in 39mm. Luckily I'm not a huge fan of this particular design, so I wasn't tempted to buy it... :D
I now have four 39mm O1s (sold the two 42mm ones I had before) and the smaller size looks way better on my 17cm/6.75 in wrist. I think one factor are those straight lugs of the Ocean Ones which are way less of an issue in 39 ... I can *just* pull off the 42 but it's getting close to sticking out past my wrist. The 39 just looks better and is more in keeping with the vintage theme, IMO.
Thanks for the vid. I have the Black Ceramic 39 gmt and been waiting to see a review on this before pulling the trigger.
No worries... hope it helped 👍🏼
Hi Josh I wanted to let you know Steinhart has a new vintage style Root Beer on jubilee, 39mm, I know you like the vintage look as I do, but incase you haven't had a chance to check the website. Have a wonderful evening !!!
Cool, I’ll check it out. Thanks for letting me know!
Hi Joshua great video! The original Rolex Steve McQueen wore of this watch, was 38.5mm, and it had the date magnifier as well. This is the closest I think to the original, looks fantastic!!! I'm trying to get one now, Olka is sold out so I just messages Gunter to see if he will be sending her more, I love vintage looking watches as well!!! Both your watches are very nice!!! Have a wonderful evening!!
SM submariner had a different bezel, not an exact replica homage.
I may have to get one of these...
Leaning towards this iteration because of the 39mm size and the cyclops.
I'm ok with the 42mm, but have mixed feelings about it not having a cyclops
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I have this one. 42 is totally fine!!!!
Cyclops are ugly.
Josh, if you are not travelling, do you ever set the GMT hand the same as the hour hand such that they line up? Does that look goofy or kind of cool? Thx again
Yes I do!! It's set that way currently actually :) Looks fine to me!
@@joshuahinson160 Thx, mate! OLKO is open for ordering today and I did
@@ForbinColossus No worries. Congratulations! Yup I saw and notified a friend who got his order in too!
Hey, I was curious on what you think a fair price for a steinhardt Ocean 39 OLKO in 9.5/10 would be? I have my eye on one, but I want to make sure I’m not drastically overpaying.
Hmm, that’s a tough call. Where are you located? I’d think close to retail would be fair TBH. This version always has limited availability and often is sold higher because of its scarcity. Try to offer slightly below retail and see what happens. Good luck 👍🏼… it’s one of my favorites.
I tried it with an engineer and straight lugs. Looks OK, but the length of the lugs leaves a bit of a gap to the bracelet (strapcode super engineer II). Did you get a chance to try it on the Jubilee?
nice one! I have the Ocean Vintage Military in 39mm and it has become my favourite watch in my collection 😁
may I ask what your wrist size is? and: I feel like the crystal is a smidge bigger (and the bezel thinner) than the ones on their other 39mm divers. would be awesome if you could confirm that for me 👍🏻
Hello Josh, I was fortunate and able to purchase one before they sold out again. Two observations, noticed the lume is applied rather thin and begins to fade quickly. Is running at +7s/d in all positions where I've read posts of the 2893-2 performing at a fraction to 2-3s/d. May I ask your experiences? Otherwise I'm very happy. Thank you for your unboxing!
Beautiful watch man! Looks a little bigger than the other vintage 39, is it just an impression because of the thinner bezel?
Yes I think it’s a little bit of an illusion secondary to the thinner bezel and slightly larger dial because of it... Case sizes are the same 👍🏼
Thanks for the nice review. Trying to get one but it is always very difficult. I guess after this review it will be even more...
I didn’t think about it in that way! This 39mm version of this watch just really wasn’t out there in the wild yet. It took me several weeks to acquire one as well. I wish you luck. 😀
Beautiful watch, I was thinking of getting this but I'm worried about the crown guards, do they dig into your wrist? Thanks
They do not dig into my wrists… very comfortable for me 👍🏼
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The review is more natural without the stand 😁. We moove the head with it.
Question : Tissot V8 or this?
How does it fit your wrist ? slim or ok profile ? Even when your wrist gets little bit bigger?
Any comment? 😁
Is it limited edition? If it is so how many pieces did the produce?
Planning on getting one soon, what is the Lug to Lug measurement?. thanks for the review.
Yes its 46 or 47mm... wears very well IMHO.
Thanks much for the review, Josh. For reference it would be useful to know your wrist size. Looking forward to your full review of the watch.
Forgot to post it - 7.5 inches
Thanks for the video, great info. Whats your wrist size? It would help any future buyers give them (me) and idea of how it would look on theirs (mine) wrist. Once again thanks.
Sorry 7.5 inch wrist. I’ll add it to the text 👍🏼
very well done josh great looking watches im still thinking of that gmt but in a oyster bracelet love the look or i might get the the Tudor GMT that watch is so cool looking but these watches are cool as well for the price you get two or 3 cool watches for the price of a tudor or rolex thats a win win anyway love the vid sir have a blessed day josh and you said you a doc thanks for your service in these time thanks for being there for us god bless you and your staff from Austin texas ....
If I were a doctor, I’d bring it up at every opportunity too!
lol thanks buddy! Cheers
@@joshuahinson160 The one Gnomon are selling right now doesn't have the Cyclops on the date? Lovely watch though it looks excellent
If this one is for sale, pls let me know!
So what is the lug to lug distance of this olko? Thanks！
Officially 47mm but feels like 45-46 mm. It wears very comfortably. Much more so than the original 42mm cased version.
@@joshuahinson160 Thanks for the information, but really hard to get one, always unavailable on the website. Beautiful watch!
No patina -step back, size39mm - step forward
Can you tell me what you paid for Pepsi watch your showing?
These are tough to come by TBH… they made less than 100 of this version, only for the Hong Kong market - I suspect the aren’t too many in the USA. I lucked out and received it as a Christmas gift from my wife. Sorry I know that doesn’t help you. 🤔 I saw one listed on eBay for a premium price.
@@joshuahinson160 thanks for getting back to me. Your a lucky man to have such a thoughtful wife. Lol, enjoy your new watch.
By the way, I saw the watch you spoke about on eBay. Asking $1799. Your right about not many in the US. Do you think that’s a fair price? Hate to miss a opportunity to get one.
@@kennelson4756 For a steinhart??
Hell NO!
Buy a oris or monta or even omega. That steinhart isnt worth anything upwards of no more than 300.
You meant to say "faux patina" lume.
Would you consider selling it?
Not planning on it. Truly awesome watch. I’m swapping out the leather strap and will do a follow up video.
Would you be interested in selling?
Apple Watch?…. Really? Like the new watch.
LOL, yes I never wear the Apple Watch unless I’m at work in the ER (notifications / messages / etc). Actually have thought about going back to my Pebble for that.
Is this vintage gmt with 39mm only able to get from OLKO? I don't see this in steinhart official web too.
Yup correct..: it’s kind of a limited run done in small batches and only available from this small boutique store in Germany
@@joshuahinson160 do the vintage gmt thinner than the ocean 39 vintage gmt ? I am thinking to get the ocean 39 vintage but worry it may look too thick for the 39mm diameter . What's your verdict on this? Thx
this watch is now available from GNOMON watches as well. I just ordered one yesterday.
@@havarsigurjonsson4128 Congrats! Yeah that one is only slightly different - C3 Vintage lume and no cyclops. Basically a 39mm version of the original Steinhart one. It’s good to have choices 👍🏼
@@havarsigurjonsson4128 Hi. How is your watch and did you pay any exorbitant taxes? I did and also charged a separate fee from the courier although it is advertised by Gnomon as free. Thanks .
What a ramble 🤷♂️
Okay… I said from the beginning that I’m not a professional reviewer… just trying to get this watch out there for potential buyers. At the time there weren’t any videos for it
@@joshuahinson160 You did really well - great video with good close-ups and observations. I'm new to your channel, so I will definitely see if you have made any follow-ups videos. :)