Versace V-Contempo GMT: ready to jet-set
When it comes to watches, many of us in the watch world tend to look down our nose when a watch carries the label as being a “fashion watch”. And sure, those watches tend to prioritize form over function, almost forgetting that a watch is a tool, first and foremost. But what about when it’s a fashion brand releasing a watch? Sometimes, we can find some gems there, and Versace has a few. Today, we’ll talk about the Versace V-Contempo GMT.
Versace V-Contempo GMT: what it is
To put it simply: the Versace V-Contempo GMT is a contemporary on what a GMT watch is. You’ve got the 24-hour scale printed on the chapter ring, and then you’ve got the classic red GMT hand marking it out. Surrounding the dial you’ve got an octagonal bezel, set on another stretched octagon for the case.
That said, the case feels more like a square case, giving things a unique look. Nodding to modern tastes, you can see that a blank has been inserted into the lugs, so that the synthetic strap gives an integrated look to the case (as well as putting it low on your wrist).
What makes it Versace?
That’s one thing about a Versace watch - there are design cues, but they’re not overbearing. You’ve got the name across the top of the dial, and then above that, you’ve got the applied Medusa head logo that is the signature of the brand. Past that, there is no other branding on the case or strap. In our book, that is a very good thing. Let the brand stand on subtlety.
What about the movement?
Inside the watch is a Landeron Swiss GMT automatic movement. According to this page over on CaliberCorner, many Landeron movements are based off of ETA calibers. Past that, we weren’t able to find much information. Given that, we’re presuming that this is a caller GMT movement, where the GMT hand is set independently. Past that, if it is based on an ETA, your local watch maker should be able to service this when the time comes.
Wrapping things up
In my book, there’s a lot to like about the Versace V-Contempo GMT. If I were to change anything, it would be to get rid of the three-date display window. That’s a design choice I’ve never understood, and feel it looks a bit unrefined. I’d much prefer a simple window, and one that displays a color-matched date disc.
The Versace V-Contempo GMT is available in two styles - the burgundy and black one that we’ve shown here, or a gold-tone (on a bracelet) with a black dial. The one we’ve shown here is $2,150, while going for the gold takes you to $2,350. You can check it out, and order your own, directly at versace.com
Versace V-Contempo GMT Tech Specs
Case: IPGUN case (or IP2N for the gold tone)
Dial: Burgundy or black dial with date window at 3h and GMT logo / Versace Logo and Medusa at 12h
Bracelet: Gray sporty strap with tongue buckle or IP2N bracelet
Movement: LANDERON 24 GMT Swiss GMT Automatic
Water Resistant: 2 ATM