{"product_id":"copy-of-mwc-stainless-steel-gmt-dual-time-zone-military-watch-with-sapphire-crystal-and-ceramic-bezel-on-nato-strap","title":"MWC Stainless Steel GMT (Dual Time Zone) Military Watch with Sapphire Crystal and Ceramic Bezel on Silicon Band with 2 NATO Straps","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Code: GMT\/SS\/SILB\/QZ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGMT dual time zone watch\u003c\/strong\u003e in a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel finish\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of our most popular models, featuring a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-performance quartz Ronda 515.24 movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eanti-reflective and impact-resistant sapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003escratch-resistant ceramic bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003erobust 300m \/ 1000ft water-resistant steel casing\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and water sports. 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This hand is paired with a \u003cstrong\u003e24-hour scale on the bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the wearer to track a second time zone with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGMT watches often resemble diver watches at first glance, but their \u003cstrong\u003efunctionality is distinct\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003e24-hour hand moves once per day instead of twice\u003c\/strong\u003e, eliminating any confusion between \u003cstrong\u003eAM and PM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Pilots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe originally produced these watches for \u003cstrong\u003elong-haul airline pilots\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emilitary transport pilots\u003c\/strong\u003e, including those flying aircraft like the \u003cstrong\u003eLockheed C-130 Hercules\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAirbus A400M\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eGMT functionality\u003c\/strong\u003e allows them to track both \u003cstrong\u003edeparture and destination time zones\u003c\/strong\u003e at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions and Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300m \/ 1000ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ronda 515.24 Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scratch-Resistant Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45mm (including crown) \/ 40mm (excluding crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire with Anti-Reflective Coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraps Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silicon Strap + Two 20mm NATO Webbing Straps (One Black, One Grey)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding the Benefits of Sapphire Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany customers ask us about the advantages of \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to \u003cstrong\u003estandard mineral glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The key benefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire crystal is extremely strong and \u003cstrong\u003ehighly resistant to shattering and scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Active Lifestyles:\u003c\/strong\u003e These qualities make it the preferred choice for \u003cstrong\u003emilitary personnel, security forces, police officers, and outdoor enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e—a group that makes up over \u003cstrong\u003e70% of our customer base\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e From our experience, over \u003cstrong\u003e90% of watch crystal cracks\u003c\/strong\u003e occur in \u003cstrong\u003ewatches with mineral glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, even when hardened. Sapphire is significantly more durable in \u003cstrong\u003eharsh conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Treatment Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e After manufacturing, \u003cstrong\u003esapphire glass undergoes heat treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e to remove internal stresses, further \u003cstrong\u003eenhancing its durability\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two \u003cstrong\u003eanti-reflective coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e are also applied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsed in High-End Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire crystal is now even used in \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-end smartphones\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as the \u003cstrong\u003elatest iPhones\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, \u003cstrong\u003esapphire crystal comes at a higher cost\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why it is typically found only in \u003cstrong\u003epremium timepieces\u003c\/strong\u003e. However, for those who demand \u003cstrong\u003elong-term durability and clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, the investment is well worth it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more details on how the \u003cstrong\u003eRonda 515.24 GMT movement\u003c\/strong\u003e operates, please refer to the \u003cstrong\u003eofficial manual\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e🔗 \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ronda.ch\/fileadmin\/user_upload\/Products\/TA_BA\/ba\/BA_neu\/BA_500.700.1000.6000.7000_Basic_en.pdf\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRonda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 515.24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GMT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39557684822131,"sku":"GMT\/SS\/SILBQZB225","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/products\/GMT_SS_SILB_QZ-BlackStrap_NOV0017b.jpg?v=1637153814","url":"https:\/\/mwcwatch.com\/products\/copy-of-mwc-stainless-steel-gmt-dual-time-zone-military-watch-with-sapphire-crystal-and-ceramic-bezel-on-nato-strap","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}