Canadian Special Operations Regiment x Upham - Black
$827725
42 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Stirling Upham Black is a robust tool watch tailored for professionals in high-stakes environments. Its combination of practical features like GMT functionality and military aesthetics make it a great choice for those who appreciate understated design and reliability under pressure. A limited edition that stands out for its purpose and quality.
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This bespoke edition of the Upham has been created exclusively for members the Canadian Special Operations Regiment. Built for professionals who work in some of the most demanding environments on earth, the Upham combines field-ready durability with understated design. Each piece features an engraved caseback and dial print. The dial carries the clean, utilitarian aesthetic of the standard Upham but with subtle, unit-specific detailing unique to this collaboration. Watches will be produced and assembled once the order window closes, with delivery estimated at 3–5 months from that point. Please note: Due to the use of a screw-down caseback, engraving orientation cannot be guaranteed. While we take great care to match colours as closely as possible to the approved digital render, slight vari…
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (200m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Slim 11mm profile
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- STC-G08A-YRSSD 1
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Thickness
- 11 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 200 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Bezel
- GMT (bidirectional)
- Caseback
- Engraved
- Dial colour
- black
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- index
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- steel
- Clasp
- deployment
- Functions
- Gmt, Date
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Stirling Timepieces
Stirling Timepieces is committed to producing high-quality, rugged watches specifically designed for the needs of military personnel and outdoor enthusiasts. The brand emphasizes community, donating a portion of profits to combat-related charities, particularly those supporting veterans with mental health conditions.
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