Korsbek Recon GMT

lilhoody · Post by **lilhoody** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 11:45 am

Picture from Poul @Korsbek, from WUS thread.

I've been waiting for this so long, I forgot all about it. I don't just want one, I need one. Most of you know, I'm a bracelet guy, however that gas-bones nylon works.

I can't wait for this to finally be ready. I think I expressed interest to Poul two years ago.

jimyritz · Post by **jimyritz** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 12:13 pm

Like that one Darin...what are the specs on that one?

42MM? What's inside it? 2836?

Thanks for posting it...

Mike

Edt...so I checked it out on Poul's site...

42MM, 50MM lug to lug and an ETA 2893..

300M WR...

lilhoody · Post by **lilhoody** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 12:16 pm

Recon GMT Specifications

Case
German Made. Surgical Grade Stainless Steel 316L. Bead blasted.
Inner case made from soft iron (cylinder, back plate, dial plate) for Anti-magnetism.

Movement
ETA 2893-2, Swiss made mechanical automatic,
21 jewels, Incabloc integrated shock resistance system,
42 hours power reserve, 28,800 beats per hour, hacking.

Functions
Hours, Minutes, Seconds. Quick set Date at 3/4 o’clock position.

Dimensions
42.5 mm Diameter bezel end to bezel end
50.5 mm lug end to lug end
22 mm lug width (width between lugs / strap width)
13.95 mm height overall

Crystal
Sapphire (scratch-proof), domed, anti-reflective coating (inside only)

Crown
Screw-locked, signed.

Bezel
60-clicks, rotating, bi-directional, bezel with black inlay.

Case back
Stainless steel, engraved and screw locked with double O-rings. Individually numbered.

Bracelet
Bead blasted stainless steel. Solid end links.

Ratings
Water Resistant 300 meters; anti-magnetic (80,000 a/m); shock resistant; pressure-proof to 30 atmospheres.

ElChingon7 · Post by **ElChingon7** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 12:16 pm

Too late

caesarmascetti · Post by **caesarmascetti** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 1:38 pm

Its a top grade 2893-2 Fricker build, same case as the upcoming Hydro Explorer. A really nice piece, I'm wearing an Oceaneer I just picked up from Paul at Korsbek and its a very well made piece, fricker build with a top grade 2892

Post by **Pasquale** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 1:39 pm

BD I LIKE THAT

ALOT!

jimyritz · Post by **jimyritz** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 2:02 pm

caesarmascetti wrote:Its a top grade 2893-2 Fricker build, same case as the upcoming Hydro Explorer. A really nice piece, I'm wearing an Oceaneer I just picked up from Paul at Korsbek and its a very well made piece, fricker build with a top grade 2892

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any idea on price for the Recon GMT?

Mike

tattoo chef · Post by **tattoo chef** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 2:04 pm

Not a fan of the strap, but the watch is right up my alley. Havent got to see a korsbek in person yet, but from everything I read, they are a solid watch, and that one looks great.

poppydog · Post by **poppydog** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 2:19 pm

Very attractive watch. I don't normally like the look of GMTs, but that's a beauty.

Post by **SCM64** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 2:38 pm

Congrats on the new pickup!

rockmastermike · Post by **rockmastermike** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 3:37 pm

Lookin' good Darin! GMT is on the list somewhere and yours is a great example!

Jamie · Post by **Jamie** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 3:42 pm

man thats nice but 42 x 51????

caesarmascetti · Post by **caesarmascetti** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 3:51 pm

Jamie wrote:man thats nice but 42 x 51????

Korsbek makes the Oceaneer that I'm wearing now, it's more your size 45mm x 52mm I think same fricker build not a GMT but it does have a top grade 2892

Post by **River Rat** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 4:24 pm

Darin Nice watch.I like the size not to big.And nice dial and hands.And also like the 24 hrs bezel ring.And a reliable ETA 2893-2 movement.

Post by **River Rat** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 4:27 pm

caesarmascetti wrote:
Jamie wrote:man thats nice but 42 x 51????

Korsbek makes the Oceaneer that I'm wearing now, it's more your size 45mm x 52mm I think same fricker build not a GMT but it does have a top grade 2892

From there web site it's a 42mm case.
http://korsbek.com/products-GMT.php

ChesterDogg · Post by **ChesterDogg** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 4:28 pm

Wow... I had no idea the Recon was even ready. That is a nice timpiece. Congrats on snagging that one, and wear it in good health.

Post by **matt.wu** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 5:10 pm

1:1 trade for the Nimo?

kempoman · Post by **kempoman** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 5:14 pm

Nice. The GMT hand reminds me of Kobold PS. One of the GMT i would pick up if i need one again.

Post by **DMB** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 5:22 pm

Ohhh Yea. I'm digging that one.

moishlashen · Post by **moishlashen** » Sat Mar 19, 2011 5:27 pm

Its not ready to ship peoples. Close but has not shipped yet. Defininately dig the hell out of it though.

lilhoody · Post by **lilhoody** » Sun Mar 20, 2011 6:27 pm

lilhoody wrote:

I've been waiting for this so long, I forgot all about it. I don't just want one, I need one. Most of you know, I'm a bracelet guy, however that gas-bones nylon works.

I apologize to all. that was a hasty post, one in which I assumed you all knew wtf I was talking about.

The picture is Poul's, from WUS. It isn't mine and the watch isn't ready...but, as I was trying to convey, is getting closer and closer to fruition

cali kid · Post by **cali kid** » Sun Mar 20, 2011 7:30 pm

these pics look better than some ive seen on WUS, its got the round date hole on the dial at i different spot 17-18 minute? On closeups my eyes were drawn to the date even though they were trying to make it inconspicuous but thats kinda hard being the only thing on the bottom half of the dial besides hour and minute markers! Nice watch but i would like to see some closer shot! Looks like a well made watch!

demer03 · Post by **demer03** » Mon Mar 21, 2011 3:32 am

I'm liking everything I see about that one....

Rick-Holland · Post by **Rick-Holland** » Mon Mar 21, 2011 3:56 am

nice one
think a thick canvas strap will look cool too!!

Post by **toxicavenger** » Mon Mar 21, 2011 4:52 am

damn that looks pretty sweet, but without a bracelet I wouldn't consider picking it up. keep us informed about it "D".

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