Strat-o-timer GMT: Bluebonnet

Strat-o-Timer GMT Bluebonnet

A strong tool watch that looks great and keeps good time. The bracelet is very comfortable and looks great, but I wish I could center both the watch and the clasp on my wrist. I have a small wrist. The watch itself is heavy but comfortable and looks great.

Lovely watch, a few nits

Overall, this is a beautiful piece. I was impressed by the case proportions, design and finishing. The two things that bug me: One, the movement changes the date almost an hour before midnight. I generally prefer a date to hit around or exactly at midnight. Second, the bracelet is nice for the price point. The end links have a weird finishing they feels cheaper than the rest of the 7 link bracelet. And I think the clasp could have a more modern casing (though the quick adjust is well machined).

Bluebonnet Strat

I received my Strat-O-Timer GMT Bluebonnet watch a week ago, and I couldn't be happier!  It's absolutely beautiful!  The workmanship rivals my two Rolex Subs, and the color, Bluebonnet, is a real eye-catcher! The blue of the dial face shimmers and catches the light differently depending on the light source and angle- very cool. It came nicely packaged in the distinctive Jack Mason box, which looks like a book, also pretty cool. The watch came wrapped in a thick but transparent protective plastic, and was additionally padded by the leather pouch. All in all, JM took great care to ensure it arrived in pristine condition! The 7-link Jubilee bracelet looks absolutely stunning! The way light reflects off the polished center links highlights the band's exacting workmanship! It's really beautiful! The clasp is very nice; I especially like the side button release mechanism. It's very easy to open, and it feels secure as well. The tool-free micro-adjustment feature made it simple and easy to get a great fit on my wrist. As you can see in the attached photo, it glows brightly with the extensive lumen treatment on the dial, hands, and bezel. This is my first true (“traveler”) GMT. I purchased it after a great deal of research looking for the “perfect” GMT watch in preparation for a trip to Europe this summer. On previous trips there, I had to do mental math to track the time back home, but with the true GMT complication on this watch, it should be easy. I've already confidently recommended Jack Mason to a couple of friends after wearing my Strat-O-Timer GMT and seeing firsthand its build quality. I can't wait for JM to restock their watches this July. I should also add that the Jack Mason team was very helpful in this process; I had to delay shipment since I was out of town. I called, and Corey intercepted it just before it went to the shipper; then he ensured it went out to me when I was finally home to receive it. Excellent customer service!! The bottom line is that this Jack Mason checks all the boxes for me!