How Is The Steinhart Ocean One 39 THIS Good?

Looking for a high-quality dive watch that won't break the bank? Then you might want to check out the Steinhart Ocean One 39 Black Ceramic. The quality of this watch is seriously impressive, especially considering its price point. This could just be one of the best deals you can get for a Swiss-made watch.

Is the Steinhart Ocean One 39 a worthy alternative to the iconic Submariner, or does it fall short? Let's review one of the best Submariner homages on the market.

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Timestamp:
0:00​ - Introduction & background
0:25 - Packaging
0:38 - Dimensions
1:04 - Case
2:05​ - Bezel
2:40 - Crystal
3:00 - Dial, hands & indices
3:40 - Lume
3:51 - Selita SW200 Automatic Movement
4:26 - Bracelet & Clasp
5:20 - Dislikes
6:07 - Dislikes
7:12 - Summary

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[mshep]

I purchased the ocean one 39 when it first came out. I then purchased a rolex submariner date, and that was my main watch for a few years. I recently sold the sub, and am back to the steinhart ocean one 39. I can honestly say this steinhart is an amazing watch, fits and feels great, and keeps great time.

[TimeLife]

Another nice review buddy. Great to hear the company replaced your bezel inserts. That type of customer service is not very common. Kudos to them. I don’t see many reviews on Steinhart. Glad you did this video. 👍

[tarjazz]

I own two Steinhart's and agree with your analysis. I got them for travel so that I don't have to worry, but like others, I end up wearing them more than my higher-end watch. One slight negative thing that I experienced on both Steinharts is that the threading on the screw-down crown is not perfect, so a little extra care is required, especially when winding the watch. I have not experienced this on my "luxury" timepiece.

[mjf]

You can't go wrong with a Steinhart. Mine hast been a great companion. I wear it more often than my Omega or Longines etc...

[mattmcgriff]

Great review. I agree that the Ocean 39 is a very well made and finished watch. It’s a steal for what you get for your money. Mine sees a lot of wrist time and, to me at least, doesn’t reek of a knockoff. I leave that to the San Martin that I have (and never wear once I got the Steinhart). Nice to hear they stand behind their watches as well.

[pellajoe]

I absolutely love this watch! It was on my list for a year or two. Once I pulled the trigger and purchased one, I was not disappointed!

[WristWatching]

Want a head-to-head of this Steinhart and the Sugess I reviewed?

[imranbecks]

5:51 The same has happened to mine. I bought mine in 2019 and I noticed the lume on the bezel became slightly yellow after around 2 years. I just bought the Ocean 39 Classic Ceramic Batman a week ago and it also has the lume on the bezel there. I wonder if it will turn yellow after some time as well.

[thejohnson]

Really good evaluation of this watch. For the money, these are hard to beat.

[dave_]

Very well made video! This channel is underrated very nice content

[SaG]

6:00 Already mentioned it in another video, but: My O39 Ceramic Green also shows that "patina" on the lume-pip. From what I hear, Steinhart will replace these inserts. I haven't contacted them about that yet, but judging from my past experiences with their excellent customer service, I'm pretty sure they'll help me out.
Seeing how you're thinking about the 39mm OVM: I also own that watch and I think you'd be very happy with it. One thing to note on this one however is that its crystal is single domed, not the flat kind on the more "modern" looking Ocean Ones/39s. It increases the overall height of the watch by 2 or 3 mm, making it look a bit more chunky. It also reduces legibility/clarity of the dial under certain lighting conditions. It's nothing you'd notice in the sunlight or under bright artificial light, but it can be noticeable under, say, an overcast winter sky.

[picassoboy]

yes it is that own 6 steinharts, the quality is most recent purchase was the ocean one 42mm pepsi with the blue dial n ceramic bezel....its a thing of recommend high enough

[kart]

Steinharts are impeccably made. No creativity, but the build is worthy of a much higher price tag

[VinceWatches]

Steinhart has revejunate the real Rolex spirit....a true tool watch. I have divers from Omega and Longines but when I need a watch able to travel, to dive (I did a lot with the Steinhart) I choose the Ocean 1 for a mind free experience. Sport Watches are too fragile, too collectible, too expensive today. Watches must be companion of our life not rule it. Amazing value even versus Seiko today.

[nedflanders]

Looks like a very nice, high quality watch! On the fly adjustable clasp would be great though.

[truno]

I have the DLC MOP and it’s awesome. Of course I upgraded to a matching Strapcode bracelet.

[johnswatchjoint]

Great review. I owned this watch and wore it for 8 months sparingly..i say sparingly because this watch scratches even if you look at it. i felt i had to baby it all the time. It was beautiful, kept great time and gained a lot of compliments but I had to let it go as it was gathering too many marks. only watch that has ever been like that? Weird.

[nzanvil]

I just picked up the 42mm for $225, really looking forward to it arriving

[mikifathoms]

Hello, good review, I became interested in this Watch but no matter how much I have looked for a "better price" (here in Europe) I did not find a Watch under $500. Buying from Jomashop is no longer worthwhile because after VAT and Customs fees will be more expensive than buying it in Europe, So, the truth is that even for $500 a New Watch? does not exist. In the end I made another purchase more profitably, certainly not a "Swiss Made", a Orient New Triton and I can say that I do not regret the purchase.

[fulviofatica]

Hi 👋🏻. Does it have the COSC certificate?🤔