Goodyear Special Assignments Unit (SAU) x Upham Quartz - Steel
$6701,212
42 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Stirling Timepieces Goodyear SAU x Upham Quartz is an intriguing choice for adventure seekers and those who appreciate unique design, featuring a rugged aesthetic with a nod to classic automotive themes. Priced at $670, it's a solid pick for collectors who value exclusivity and craftsmanship over conventional luxury brands, as long as they can overlook the lack of detailed specs. This watch is recommended for anyone looking to stand out with a one-of-a-kind piece that marries style with functional reliability.
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This bespoke edition of the Upham Quartz - Steel has been created exclusively for members of Goodyear special assignments unit (SAU). Each piece features an engraved caseback and dial print. The dial carries the clean, utilitarian aesthetic of the standard Upham but with subtle, 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 variations between on-screen colours and the final physical product can occasionally occur due to differences in screens, lighting, and productio…
6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
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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
- Currently sold out
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-G08Q-SAU
- 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
- Indices
- filled indices
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- steel bracelet or black Zulu strap
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, GMT
- 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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