A Timeless Fusion of Tradition and Innovation
The Skipjack GMT watch stands as a testament to the interplay between classic design principles and contemporary innovation. Emerging from a purposeful collaboration between traditional and progressive ideas, this timepiece illuminates the enduring utility of historical innovations.
A Tribute to Maritime Legacy
Drawing inspiration from the iconic sailing vessels that graced Chesapeake Bay in the late 1800s, the Skipjack GMT watch pays homage to a rich maritime heritage. Inspired by the Maryland Skipjack vessels, these low-draft boats have sailed the seas since the War of 1812, symbolizing local shipbuilding prowess. Originally crafted to meet the growing demand for oysters, the Skipjack vessels have evolved into symbols of the Chesapeake region's nautical legacy, now used to dredge blue crabs from the bay's shallow waters.
The watch captures the iconic profile of these vessels, bringing their utility and elegance to the wrist. This deep connection between the past and present infuses the Skipjack GMT with a timeless essence.
Just like the Skipjack vessels, the SKJ100 watch is designed to endure and perform reliably whenever called upon. It stands as an instrument explicitly designed for lasting utility and value. Designed, prototyped, finished, and assembled in Baltimore, MD, USA.
Navigating Global Time-Zones
The Skipjack GMT watch caters to individuals with a sports-oriented lifestyle and a need for precise timekeeping across the world's different time zones. Its dual time-zone functionality is brought to life by an additional hour-hand and a distinct 24-hour scale. Each adjustment of the 24-hour hand marks the transition to the next eastward time zone, ensuring effortless synchronization with the wearer's surroundings.
This functionality is perfect for avid travelers and global minds who navigate diverse time zones with ease.
Evolution of Excellence
The Skipjack line first emerged on the horological scene through select retailers in 2011 with the introduction of the Skipjack I. This initial foray into GMT watches was marked by sophistication and distinction, limited to just 100 units per dial color. Featuring a stamped guilloche dial adorned with contrasting printed numerals, the Skipjack I introduced the world to the Towson Watch Company's expertise in blending classic design with contemporary aesthetics.
In 2018, the Skipjack line underwent a transformation with the unveiling of the Skipjack GMT SKJ100. With a limited production of 100 pieces per dial color, this new iteration elevated the Skipjack legacy to new heights. Embracing elegance and intricacy, the SKJ100 showcased a 40mm stainless steel case adorned with a layered high-polish bezel and coined mirror-finish midsections. The push-pull crown, equipped with a quickset function for both the date and GMT, added further functionality to this timepiece.
Timeless Aesthetics
The intricate steel case, featuring coined sides and a leveled bezel, creates an engaging juxtaposition of classic and contemporary elements. The Skipjack GMT SKJ100 captivates the beholder with its luxurious aesthetic, skillfully blending classic and contemporary elements. The rhodium numerals, hands, and indices elegantly contrast against the glossy silver or black non-textured dial, creating a visual symphony of sophistication.
The decorated 2893-2 automatic movement, visible through the anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire crystal exhibition case-back, drives the watch's various functions, including the sweep-second, minute, hour, central 24-hour indicator, and date window positioned at 3 o'clock. Decorated, modified, and adjusted in Baltimore, MD, USA, this movement ensures precision and reliability, making the SKIPJACK a testament to technical excellence.
