Steinhart Ocean One 500 Titanium Full Review - More Than Another Rolex Submariner Homage? 

I purchased this model not long after I saw this review six years ago. I wore it almost every day in the course of my work as a breathalyzer tech. This watch has been white water rafting, surfing, kayaking and I have never been particularly careful with it. It looks as NEW six years later. I have had NO problems with this watch whatsoever. The quality is unrivalled for it's price in my opinion. Have no fear if you are wanting to buy this watch. You will NOT be disappointed! Thank you for some very solid advice and a truly great review. P.S. I have a 7 1/2 inch wrist and it fits very comfortably.

You should review the new Stainhart 39 GMT 500. I would love to see it.

Dived with this watch 2 weeks ago in palau islands. down to 40-45 Atmos (400-450feet). I have the 42 Batman premium. man did this function well without hydro bubbles, serves is purpose . Just like my Rolex sea dweller and my Omega sea master co axial I am getting another steinhart, this time the Pepsi

I just looked up the price 600 euro incl VAT. That's an incredible value for the spec: Saphire glass, titanium, 500m, ceramic bezel with lume, nicely decorated calibre with display back, all in a nice modern design package. Very good!

A really outstanding review!! It was definitely worth being without it for these short few weeks. I have actually suggested to Mr. Steinhart that he look into the 40mm case size. I think it would absolutely sell him a lot more watches. Like you said, the trend is moving back towards the smaller diameter sizes. In my opinion, the smaller size gives a watch a more refined look. Anyway, I'm honored to have you review my watch! It's famous now :-) Thank you!

I just bought the Ocean One gmt and now I am hooked on Steinhart. The quality and attention to detail is marvelous. So now I'm looking for the Titanium 500 like the one you just reviewed. Keep up the good work.

This watch has been upgraded to 56 hours when fully wound. Formerly it was 42 hours. The change came when the barrel was optimized by Sellita. I bought this watch on March 25, 2023 from Steinhart. I have several watches with the usual stainless steel and can say the titanium is much lighter on the wrist.

Outstanding piece, I bought one based on this very review and it hasn't disappointed me in the slightest. Only now with the ETA movement may be worth another review? Keep up the good work 👍

It's always a weird moment when you wear a Steinhart (in my case an Ocean One Vintage Red) for more than a year, then go to an AD to try higher-end brands on and anything you try feels cheaper than your $400 timepiece. What a bad day that was when I tried a Tag Aquaracer that felt like a toy compared to it, the Seamaster that felt good but not enough to justify the $3500 difference, etc... I think Steinhart delivers in every level. Once they sail away from their Rolex knock-offs they will probably be soon as THE brand. Love them already so keep them coming :-)

Hey TGV, great review,as always. The watch is so stunning for the price.Love the case back with the beautifully decorated movement.The bezel seems so good as well. Best regards, Finn

I bet a side-by-side with your sub-C would be really interesting! Purely in terms of specs, they're actually pretty competitive...

I used to be addicted to youtube car content, now it's watches, and your channel is #1! Watches like this make me question a Rolex or Omega.

The best reviews on the web - well done. You really know your stuff, your passionate about it, you don't waste time unboxing and you cover all the bits that a watch buyer wants to know. I'm thinking of the Steinhart Ocean Titanium and this told me all I need to know. Bang on. Straight-talking. Top man. Keep it up

Jeramy what a nice piece my friend! Thanks for the review TGV as always!! Matt H.

Nice review TGV, pleasing to see you looking and sounding better. Cheers.

Really glad to see the notification for your video on my phone and see that the video is from high quality again, Great Vid!!

Excellent video and I do agree it looks great on the NATO. You glossed over the bracelet a bit, which had me wondering if in a future video you could address what you think makes a bracelet and/or clasp high or low quality, with comparative examples. Thank you for your time and high quality content you are creating!

I know this is an older video, but I really appreciate it for its honest pro/con list of this watch. I am seriously considering a Steinhart 500 Titanium, and it's great to get opinions like these to help make the decision. Thanks TGV!

Great review and yes a big thanks to Jeremy for letting you show this gorgeous time piece to us all..! Also it's good to see you looking a lot better now, hope you are feeling well too..! All the best to you, Rich Lennie.

wrist shots really would look better without the gloves and long sleves :-) cant see how it sits if your jumper is it thw ay and you have your gloves on... great vid as usual ...

Love every steinhart I own..They make it very hard to spend the thousands on other brands when they offer so much!

Very nice review, im watching all your videos and thanx to that i found this watch. It ticks all boxes on my 600-700eur badget, keep up the good work and take care :)

Lovely looking thing. I'm sure your pal won't be too worried that it's a little late back, given that, barely a week ago, you were in the ICU. Well done for getting straight back in the saddle and I hope your speedy recovery continues.

I have this watch and its great , its a homage to the Rolex Sea Dweller Double Red hence the two lines of red lettering on the dial . this watch is very famous and retails on the used market for about £30,000. It has not been made since the 70's so you would have to be a Rolex nut to buy a vintage watch for that price . So its not really an option for any normal person. SO thanks to Steinhart for giving us a new homage double red for £400.00 . It's great quality perhaps the only draw back is the clasp which is ok but not as good quality as the rest of the bracelet . Mine began to run fast so I sent it back to Steinhart they regulated it and now it runs close to COSG. V good customer service . thanks for the video .

Loved the new intro. Videos are getting even better!

Thanks for the video Tristano! Great review as always, I keep checking my youtube and always look forward to seeing new videos of yours! Best channel ever! Philip

Fits 19 of my 21 point watch selection criteria, but your seal of approval makes this the next one. Thank you TGV..

This is on my wishlist. I have a few divers already but I really like the looks on this one. I'm a sucker for the big round indices ala SKX007. I have two Steinharts already, the Marine Chronometer Arabic and the 44mm Nav. B Chrono II. Beautiful dials. Great watches that are quite accurate as is. The only problem I ever had was with the Marine. The click lost some of its plating and I had to send it to Germany. They had it back to me pretty quick though and they paid for all the shipping so no complaints here. If anything that was on ETA.

Another great review on a fantastic watch from Steinhart. Certainly very value for money watch. I know and love their quality as I personally own a trio of Steinhart vintage divers. Always a pleasure to wear them. Very few mid range brands can offer such a watch at this price range. Thanks TGV!

Great intro! Love this watch... I really hope they will release a smaller version for us gents with smaller wrists.

Great review will be looking a lot more into this brand never appealed to me till now seeing it close up has changed my view looks amazing mice work TGV & Jeremy

I own a Steinhart Ocean One Vintage Red as well as a Christopher ward C60 Pro GMT. The Ch.Ward looks to be of a higher quality and more refined, however the Steinhart just feels perfect on the wrist. The Steinhart feels so perfect on the wrist that it's the watch I wear most often.

Hi TGV... Glad to see you're improving. A definite improvement from the last video. Another top notch video of one of my favorite brands. I have the Ocean One Blue with the Soprod A10-2 movement, which is one of my favorites in my collection. The ceramic bezel takes it up a few notches. Another of my favorite models is the Marine Chronometer. However, you will be pleased to know that Steinhart has a Marine 38 that would garner a review. For me, the Marine Chronometer with roman numerals is pure classs. Continue getting well, and I look forward to the next video.

Nice Job TGV. Mine is on order. Should ship in another week. Cant wait!

It is always interesting seeing mid and high range divers. In my opinion as a scuba diver, dive watches are meant to be breakable! It's really not a matter of if your diver breaks, but when. I guess they have become popular with the public because of how sporty-yet-classy they can be. Anyways, great video!

I have the Ocean One Premium with this same movement it was running about +10 seconds a day fast. Determined to fix this problem correctly I sent the watch to RGM watches in Lancaster PA where they are having the balance and hairspring adjusted in what they call dynamic poise. This will bring the watch to COSC or better time keeping standards and become a permanent fix. The watchmaker will adjust the balance weights and hairspring together in harmony and test it in both lower and higher amplitudes to match it all up perfect. It might be expensive for some to do $200 BUT I am now getting a lower to mid level watch that will last and keep time just as good as more expensive pieces from Omega or Breitling that are COSC certified for pennies on the dollar. Just like getting an engine blueprinted. Your mileage may vary...Cheers TGV!

Excellent review as normal TGV. Loving the watch it's gorgeous. Might have to add it to the collection :)

I need to get one of these. I love the Ocean Vintage. It is my favorite so far. I absolutely adore exotic metals and watches.

That intro is awesome, it is great to see you really have time to make this videos even better since you are full time on them!

Hi TGV, I wasn't a big Steinhart fan. But this piece is definitely worth a second look! I'm impressed by the lume. And these little blue details looking gorgeous. The only downside is in fact the size. 42 mm are the biggest size I could wear. But I would prefer 40 mm. Thanks for this entertaining and informative video. Best regards, Claus

Great video......I own 2 Steinharts. The Ocean One Black and the Ocean One Vintage. Very pleased with both watches. Thanks again for this revieuw and keep up the good work. Best regards from The Netherlands. Cheers, Arnold.

That introduction was absolutely grand! And beautiful time piece. Best Regards, DTL

I've been paying more attention to watches lately and am really enjoying your vids. Was ready to purchase this Ocean Ti for daily wear but my wrist is smaller than yours. Hope Steinhart will someday offer a smaller version. Will check out the Mako USA next. You saved me $$! Thanks!

It's a good looking watch no doubt. I would also like it to be smaller. The other thing I would prefer is for stainless steel, just not a huge fan of titanium on watches. Thanks for the review TGV!

Great review. Had mine 5 years now. Very comfortable and well balanced. Bought it as soon as i saw it and glad i did.

If Steinhart can engrave the ceramic bezel on a 500 and infill with lume, then it would be good to see them engrave the bezel markings on the Ocean One ceramic and infill with metal (like Rolex do with platinum on the SubCs). This would give a better finish than whatever wishy washy printing they are using now.

Steinhart hit it out of the park again. They have the nicest watches out there.

That is a beautiful watch! I recently picked up my first watch with BGW9. I remember thinking “This wont be a great night watch.” I was wrong and pleasantly surprised. The lume holds up nearly all night long! Nice review of a cool watch!😍

absolutely stunning piece, can't take my eyes of her!

Hey TGV once again great review ! Would love to see you do a review on one of Steinhart's ocean two series of watches !

Great review 👍🏼 Love the combo with this strap :D

Nice review! Great watch! and of course a fantastic TGV nato strap!

Nice Review, all fair comments. I have never owned a Steinhart before but have pulled the trigger on this piece because it is not a homage, it is its own thing. I am blown away by the quality, as you say, and as a recreational diver I have to tell you, it does the job it was designed to do. The criticism from some areas regarding the bracelet are really a 'desk diver ' criticism really. I love it tool appearance. Its very masculine yet subtle and not bling, and most importantly , not a sub copy. Lastly, I absolutely agree with you that at 40mm it would be perfection.

Hi TGV! Great to see that you are doing well my friend. I wish you and your family good health. Great review as always, don't forget to do a lacoste review. Best regards, Darko

Gees I thought I was looking at a Deep Sea for a moment, what a watch! what a strap! :) Glad to see you back on the tube TGV...enjoy your weekend!

Great review tgv, ocean 1 very nice and you must be so proud of the urban gentry nato strap it looks the business , all the best my friend Ryan. ONWARDS AND UPWARDS.

That is so so much watch for your money, lovely, really nice design, build quality looks superb too. Here's a question for you … when using nato straps (or other) do you always use the original spring bars or look to use something from a third party? All my Best, Dave.

The photography in the intro was superb!! But T, what about a WWC?!? :)

The videos you make are absolutely amazing. Really nice watch by the way.👌🏻

Nice intro TGV! I invite a warmer, more casual feel for your intros :) Hope you're feeling better

I just bought one! I have 7.75 inch wrists... so the 42mm is actually on the smaller side for me! But it looks fantastic! one thing is that the buckle part is a slightly different color and finish than the bracelet... and the bracelet is slightly different color than the case! The buckle also scratches VERY easy! I purchased a titanium brushing refinishing pad... and am going to try to give the buckle the same finish as the bracelet.

Ahhhh the review I've been waiting for... time to make some coffee.

Enjoyed your review, first class, as always! I have this watch in my collection. Retail is 590 EUR, $670 US. The power reserve is 40 hours. My wrist is 7.25" , so the 42mm is perfect for me. I think the bezel on this watch is better than the one on my Rolex Submariner, at this price, that's exceptional.

Good to see them move away from the standard Rolex homages. Love the intro btw.

Nice review as usual Tristano. I recently send an e-mail to the dear folks at Steinhart watches asking them of they are ever going to make a smaller Ocean One. The response I got was that there are no plans for a smaller Ocean One :'(... Hoping that they will release a smaller one in the near future.

Love this piece...Great vid! The new watch looks good on you.

I really like the 42mm size, I'm wearing another 42mm Steinhart right now. I have 7.25" wrist and the original Rolex size seems a bit dainty to me.

Modern interpretation of a Rolex, love it, respects from South Africa

This is a really well built watch, based on the Steinhart I have.

Great post with pack of excellent information. I just ordered one.

Would love it if you had a look at the steinhart ocean one vintage military! Great video as always mate.

The strap really goes well! great choice to showcase the Steinhart ocean

Hey TGV once again great review ! would love to see you do a review on one of Steinharts ocean two watches !.

Hi TGV, great review as always. Reminds me of the Benarus world timer gmt. One that I regret selling, regards

Fell in love with this the moment I saw it in their store, was literally on the fence of ordering one, then it hit me... My small-ish 16cm wrist, although flat, would never accomodate that 50mm lug-to-lug. I sure do hope they'll make a 39mm version in the future. It'll sell like hotcakes

Very Nice review, Made me buy one today :) good job m8

What about a potential review for the Steinhart Premium One 500 GMT?

Great reviews, very good channel you have got going!

Absolute class. Amazing video. I was already saving for a blue SQUALE 50atmos, but after watching the video I can't decide between the Steinhart or the Squale. Any chance you do a comparison (while you still have it) ?

Agree with you on the size. I'm having to reluctantly flip my OVM because it's just too big.

Great as always! Thanks from London

That lume is really gorgeous, great review TGV!

Thanks for another great review! Would love to see a review of the Steinhart Ocean 2 Premium!

Great review as always TVG! There will be a new face lift for the Ocean two premium white in April. It would be fantastic if you could review that one as well! That is my next watch target! I think the Ocean two white is so versatile as you could get away with wearing a suit with the watch on a leather strap! The Golden Eye (can't wait for the full review!) is my target after that and then the Longines LLD!

Always thanks TGV. Any idea on Titanium... Grade2 or 5?

TGV, Thank YOU! I've been mulling over this exact watch & BOOM 💥 ~ here you are [One (If not 'THE') of the Most Respected Gentleman's Watches Reviewer!] & it's like..Dare I say.., fate? Your reviews DO MAKE The Difference - you cover every angle, macro-to-micro, & cost, aesthetics & comparative facets, too! Finally, your editing is worthy of a BIG BUDGET Cinematic Professional & I say that with all humility..., SINCERELY.

Loving the watch!! Awesome review but what happened to your wrist watch check? Missed it my friend. Hope you're feeling better.

Steinhart as always build fantastic quality watches. Love the date at 6. I hate when the date at 3 cuts off the indice or a watch has no marker at 3, leading to an uneven look.

Sweet watch. Great review. I would recommend waiting to review the new Borealis Estoril 300. I think they release in June.

Nice balanced review TGV 👍👍 The display case back showcasing the decorated movement is superb but now having doubts if it's truly 500m.as they say. Almost too good to be true. Like the lumed ceramic bezel for sure and I think Squale should go to that route as well. Props to them for the more unique design but it kind of lack a "soul". As is majority of their other watches regardless if homage or not. Hard to explain why.

Love the review, but between this watch and the Seiko Shogun, what would be your choice?

The blue on this watch really sells it for me, really nice flare of color and contrast to the black dial of it

grabs popcorn. long awaited review. thank you.

Great video. It would be interesting to see you review the Steinhart OVM

Great as always T, and a big thank you to Jeremy for lending the watch for review!

Is there any special treatment on the titanium material used in the case and bracelet? Such as any hardening... I'm a little concern about the tendency of titanium of attracting scratches.

It's been a few years since this was posted but mine is supposed to show up in the mail today so had to watch the review. Would you have any interest in reviewing the Ocean One black in the 42mm?

Funny! Great review, but im a 42-43mm fan.. Wish they would go to 44mm.. You ROCK Urban Gentry!!

great to see your vids are getting more professional, congrats! A quick question: I noticed a colour difference in the outer ring of the bezel in other vids and pics (almost Stainless steel like) and the rest of the watch. Was it noticable to you? Maybe Steinhart changed it, because the inside of the clasp was pure Stainless steel on their first models of the 500 Premium as well. Thanks TGV, and keep up the good work. Pure class!

I normally prefer watches without date, but here Steinhart found a very good solution.