Squale Sub-39 GMT Vintage SUB-39GMTV.PN Leather Strap GMT Dive Watch

The historical models have a diameter of 39 millimeters - this is where the name of the series comes from. The Sub-39 is slightly larger. The case is inspired by an old Squale watch found in the archives of founder Charles Von Büren. It dates from the 1960s and contributes significantly to the appearance of the Sub-39. Another trademark is the slightly box-shaped watch crystal, which is reminiscent of the old Plexiglas designs of the past. Today, however, Sapphire is used. After all, this is much higher quality.

Squale Sub-39 GMT Vintage SUB-39GMTV.PN with leather strap

All in black and now also with a GMT complication. Indices and proportions are in a charming vintage style. This makes the Sub-39 look like one of the first diving watches ever! The timeless leather strap is classic!

That's how vintage works - the Sub-39 shows you how!

The GMT references at a glance:

SUB-39GMTB.BR22 blue dial/stainless steel

SUB-39GMTB.HTB blue dial/rubber

SUB-39GMTV.BR22 black dial/stainless steel

SUB-39GMTV.PN black dial/leather strap

SUB-39GMGR.HT green dial/rubber

SUB-39GMGR.BR22 green dial/stainless steel

Specifications

• Automatic Sellita SW 330-1 Elaboré
• Screw-down crown
• Screwed case back
• Black insert bezel - K1 glass
• Black dial
• SuperLuminova "Old Radium"

Housing

• 40.5mm diameter
• 12mm thickness
• 48.5 mm from lug to lug
• 316L steel - polished
• Box-shaped sapphire crystal
• Glass - A/R coating
• 300M water resistance

Bracelet

• Leather strap
• Black
• 22mm

Squale Sub-39 GMT Vintage SUB-39GMGR in the test

All Squale watch tests in my blog

My conclusion:

"That's a vintage watch! Squale doesn't just take an old model out of the archives, but rather combines several historical designs into a new watch. The result is extremely exciting. Be it a three-hand diving watch or optionally with a GMT complication. The Sub-39 cuts a good figure in any case. Other colors round off the excellent overall impression!"