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Baltic x Perpetuel GMT Eastern Arabic Numerals UAE 50th Anniversary

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Introduction

Following the opening of Dubai-based retailer Perpétuel in 2020 with its first limited-edition collaboration, a pair of watches from Baltic, the duo have decided to collaborate on another limited-edition trio of timepieces to mark UAE's 50th anniversary; the aptly named UAE 50th Anniversary Titanium Collection. As the name suggests, these three timepieces are constructed from titanium, which marks the first time the vintage-inspired watchmaker has ventured outside of stainless steel. Using two different cases, one 38mm and the other 39mm, Baltic has created a GMT timepiece, using the 39mm case, a Chronograph model, and a time-only HMS model – both using the 38mm. Maintaining Baltic’s use of vintage-inspired aesthetics, each timepiece features a hesalite crystal and a two-toned aspect, with the GMT variant features a black dial with Eastern-Arabic script in its dial, bezel and date aperture. Only available through Perpetuel’s boutiques and offered through a box set with all three models that was limited to 29 pieces, and only 71 pieces of each individual variant for a total of 100 examples of each variant, this collaboration is a fitting tribute to Perpétuel’s home, showcasing the incredible talents found within Baltic’s design team, and the beautiful timepieces that retailers and brands can create when they collaborate.

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Grade

M 9.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and Papers, Extra Strap

Est. value range

$1,000 – $2,000

The Details

Brand

Baltic x Perpétuel

Dimensions

39mm

Model

UAE 50th Anniversary Titanium Collection

Movement

Automatic Soprod cal. C125

Reference

GMT

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

2021

Condition

Like new

Material

Titanium

Included

Watch, box, papers, and additional strap

Dial Color

Black

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

The only watch within the set of three to feature a single-color dial, the GMT features a stunning two-tone GMT bezel set with Eastern-Arabic numerals to match the Eastern-Arabic script also found in its date aperture and 12 o'clock position.

THE CONSTRUCTION
THE CONSTRUCTION

Offered as a 39mm titanium timepiece on a leather strap, the GMT is a lightweight watch on the wrist with an unusual aesthetic that combines the best of vintage aesthetics with Arabic detailing.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

The watch is in like-new condition, with only light signs of handling or wear. It comes complete with inner and outer boxes, papers and additional leather strap.

Our Perspective

A limited edition vintage-inspired timepiece made of titanium, unlike any other Baltic watch that has come before, this stunning watch showcases the best of Baltic's design team and what is possible when two collaborators create something special.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder