Islander Melville GMT
Elegant travel watch with an unusual dial texture, classic proportions and the practical functionality of a second time zone.
The Islander Melville GMT is an original blend of sporty and dress watches, equally at home at a business meeting or on a journey around the world. Its design is built around balanced proportions, elegant details and, above all, a striking textured dial that gives the entire collection its distinctive character.
The most striking feature is the dial with a subtly raised, irregular texture reminiscent of hand-hammered metal. The different color variants offer a range of shades and contrasting details, while the smooth outer ring with a 24-hour scale makes it easy to read a second time zone. Elegant dauphine-style hands are complemented by Super-LumiNova luminous elements, which, together with the hour markers, ensure good legibility even in the dark. The practical date window at six o’clock preserves the symmetry of the dial.
The stainless steel case measures 40 mm in diameter, 47.5 mm lug-to-lug and 13 mm thick. The combination of brushed and polished surfaces underscores the watch’s elegant, sporty character. The dial is protected by a domed sapphire crystal with an inner anti-reflective coating, while the screw-down crown and case back ensure water resistance to 10 ATM (100 meters).
Power comes from the reliable Japanese Seiko NH34 GMT automatic caliber, with 24 jewels, manual winding, a hacking seconds hand and an approximate power reserve of 40 hours. Its GMT complication allows the 24-hour hand to be set independently, making it possible to track two time zones simultaneously. The movement is also visible through the exhibition sapphire case back, which features a specially customized Islander rotor.
The watch is fitted with a quality 20 mm leather strap, whose color complements the specific dial variant. For a sportier look, the watch can also be paired with an optional steel bracelet.
The Islander Melville GMT proves that a travel watch need not be bulky or overtly sporty. Its appeal lies in its elegant proportions, original textured dial and practical GMT complication, making it a versatile companion for everyday wear and travel alike.
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