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Touring GMT - Bluebird

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Includes a brown leather strap and a dark blue Perlon strap.

Note: This collection is now sold out, be on the lookout for a special edition later this year.

$899.00

Add Metal Bracelet + $149.00

Your watch ships on its leather strap. Add the bracelet to swap between them anytime.

Modern Americana Design

One thing that traveling artists get to see more than most of us is the visual diversity of our country. From the old industrial towns to the bright lights of the big city—it’s a beautiful mix of old and new. The design language of the Touring GMT pulls inspiration from these elements and blends them in a way that feels modern, while still paying homage to the past. The strong typography and bold hands nod to Americana sign painting, while the vibrant colors tie in to the youthful energy of today’s modern cities. It’s a blend that is meant to be both surprising and comfortable at the same time.

Connecting You Back to Home

The Touring GMT features this dual time zone functionality that works a little bit differently than most GMT watches on the market. Instead of the usual 24 hour scale with midnight located at the top, the Touring GMT uses an AM/PM scale that is visually split between daylight and nighttime halves, with midnight at the bottom. This allows the wearer to quickly understand if it’s daytime or nighttime back home, giving a more visual connection to loved ones than the more complex military time can.

Featuring the Miyota 9075

The wonderful Miyota 9075 is a movement that lines up perfectly with the concept of the Touring GMT. It’s a “True GMT” (often referred to as a Traveler’s GMT or Flyer’s GMT), which simply means that it’s easier for the traveler to change the local time. The main hour hand independently adjusts for quick time changes, while the outer GMT hand stays synchronized to home. The 24 jewel 9075 boasts a lovely high beat rate of 28,800 vph / 4 Hz, which shows in the buttery smooth seconds hand. A power reserve of 42 hours is perfectt for those on the go.

Each movement is regulated in-house to within +/- 10 seconds per day.

When the Lights Go Down

The Touring GMT is equipped with an absurd amount of BGW9 Swiss Super LumiNova to make sure that the watch is legible at all times. The dial is printed with multiple layers of colored lume, while the interior of the hour, minute and GMT hands are filled.

Built for the Road

The Touring GMT may not have the look of a rugged watch, but we’ve made sure that it can easily stand the pressures of the road. 10 ATM of water resistance ensures that you don’t need to be afraid of getting wet. Sapphire crystal protects the front and rear of the watch. Finally, both the case and bracelet of the Touring GMT are treated with a special hardening coating that will protect the watch from most everyday scratches.

A Strap for Every Occasion

The road is an unpredictable place. One night you may be playing a back-street dive bar, while the next you are playing an outdoor festival in the rain. Versatility is key. The Touring GMT comes with two straps: a beautifully soft Italian leather option with a colorful illustrated lining, and a lightweight perlon strap that can be fully submerged in water without issue. There is also a stunning bracelet option that utilizes solid quick release end links for fast strap changes, and also on-the-fly micro-adjustments for quick sizing. It tapers down from 20mm to 16mm for an extremely comfortable experience on the wrist.

The Bracelet

Don’t forget to add on a bracelet to your order. These stunning bracelets are custom made specifically for the Touring GMT watch, and give the watch an entirely new feel. Some features:

316L surgical grade steel
The same scratch resistant hardening coating found on the GMT watch
Quick release end links for tool-free strap changes
On-the-fly, tool-free micro-adjustment mechanism
Tapers from 20mm to 16mm

Add on the bracelet during the checkout process!

Specifications

Built for performance and style, here are the key specs that define the Touring GMT’s quality and functionality.

Materials

Our Touring GMT is crafted from high-quality 316L stainless steel with a durable hardening coating, ensuring lasting strength and resilience. The watch features a sapphire front crystal with an interior anti-reflective coating, as well as a sapphire rear crystal for enhanced durability. For those opting for the bracelet, it’s also made from 316L stainless steel with a hardening coating, quick-release end links for easy strap changes, and on-the-fly adjustments.

Movement

The Touring GMT is powered by the Miyota 9075 “True GMT” movement, designed for easy local time adjustments while the GMT hand stays synced to home. It features a high beat rate of 28,800 vph for smooth seconds-hand motion and a 42-hour power reserve, ideal for travelers.

Dimensions and Water Resistance

The Touring GMT case features a versatile 39mm diameter, 46mm lug to lug and 12mm thickness, making it suitable for a variety of wrist sizes. With 10 ATM water resistance and a screw down crown, it’s built to handle whatever you put it through, giving you peace of mind whether you’re on the road or enjoying outdoor adventures.

Warranty

Every Trafford watch includes a 2-year limited warranty. This will cover any manufacturing defects like issues with the movement, or the hands fall off, etc. It doesn’t cover cosmetic wear or internal damage caused by droppage or other accidents. We’re pretty relaxed about this stuff though, so don’t hesitate to reach out.

Shipping

All watches ship from Austin, Texas, with free shipping to the continental United States. We also offer international shipping, with rates that vary based on destination. Please note that any import duties, taxes, or fees are the responsibility of the buyer. We are unable to alter declared values on customs forms or mark any shipments as gifts. We recommend reviewing your country’s import policies before placing an order.