OUTLINE - Watches with character, created by one of Japan's most influential watch experts, Yoshimasa Kikuchi
Behind OUTLINE stands none other than Yoshimasa Kikuchi – publisher of Japan's leading watch magazines such as Power Watch, LowBEAT, and Time Gear. For decades, he accompanied, tested, and described the watch world – until he decided to realize his vision himself. With OUTLINE , he builds watches that breathe the spirit of the 1940s to 1960s: a homage to the golden age of mechanics, stylishly interpreted for today.
The name says it all – OUTLINE stands for clear lines, timeless style and what makes a watch: character, history and quality.
The long-awaited fourth installment of the collaboration between OUTLINE and the select shop "TiCTAC" is the Outline GMT-1950. It is Outline's first Japanese-made mechanical model with a full GMT function. Only 200 watches were produced in a limited edition.
This masterpiece is based on an iconic model from the 1950s that has become a brand symbol. The two-tone blue and red bezel, which distinguishes day from night, was carefully designed with an antique flair. Particular attention was paid to the color scheme: the colors do not fade, yet remain subtle and authentic.
The top of the bezel is covered with transparent plastic. In the 1950s, GMT watches were often coated with Bakelite, which is extremely rare today. This look has been reinterpreted to restore its vintage charm. The plastic coating gives the bezel a deep, unique color that cannot be achieved with conventional aluminum inserts.
Technically, the watch is based on the Miyota Caliber 9075 from Citizen's 9000 series, an automatic GMT movement. A special feature is the independent adjustment of the hour hand, similar to the Rolex GMT-Master II. This allows for convenient setting of home and travel time—ideal for frequent travelers.
What does “independently adjustable hour hand” mean?
Unlike other GMT watches, where only the GMT and minute hands are adjustable, this model allows the hour hand to remain adjusted separately while the local time is adjusted. This makes it the perfect travel and globetrotting watch.
Technical data – OUTLINE GMT-1950 (PEPSI BLACK)
Materials:
– Case: 316L stainless steel with screw-down crown
– Bracelet: stainless steel 304
– Glass: Curved acrylic glass (vintage style)
Dimensions:
– Case diameter: 37.0 mm, including bezel approx. 39.3 mm
– Case thickness: 10.95 mm (13.0 mm including domed glass)
Water resistance:
– 5 ATM
Clockwork:
– Automatic winding, caliber Miyota 9075 (Made in Japan)
– 24 bearing stones
– Frequency: 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour
– Power reserve: approx. 42 hours when fully wound
– Accuracy: approx. -10 to +30 seconds per day
– Stop-second function
Features:
– GMT function with independently adjustable hour hand (Travel-GMT)
– 24-hour display
– Bidirectional rotating bezel
Limited number: 200
Made in Japan
Shipment:
In stock and available for immediate delivery
