Gibson - Blackout
$6452,114
42 mmAutomatic100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Stirling Gibson Blackout is a fantastic choice for adventurers and watch enthusiasts alike. Its rugged design, reliable automatic movement, and solid 100m water resistance make it a tactical tool watch suitable for a variety of conditions. For the price of £425, it provides impressive value for anyone seeking both style and functionality in their timepiece.
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The Gibson is a true pilot’s watch, inspired by the clean legibility and rugged functionality of classic aviation instruments. Updated for today’s cockpit, it delivers clarity, durability and reliability in all conditions. This latest version refines the original design with subtle updates and now features the dependable NH35 automatic movement, a proven workhorse trusted for its accuracy and resilience. Designed for flight, versatile enough for everyday wear, the Gibson remains a purposeful tool watch built for those who value precision without compromise.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Entry-level movement
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
The movement
NH35. An entry-tier movement (think Seiko NH-series): rugged, serviceable anywhere, and easy to live with. Not decorated, but it just works.
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
- ST-GIBBLKOUT-BLK
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Current production
- Movement
- Automatic
- Calibre
- NH35
- Movement tier
- Entry
- Power reserve
- 41 h
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- stick
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds
- 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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