Glashütte Original has introduced the 70s, a new line within its vintage collection inspired by the design language and rituals of analogue technology.
The collection combines a 1970s-inspired aesthetic with the brand’s contemporary mechanical watchmaking, initially comprising three models: Vinyl Record, Tweed Amp, and Stereo Panel.
The three watches share a 39 mm square stainless steel case with softly rounded edges, integrated lugs, and a height of 9.6 mm.
The case combines satin-brushed and polished surfaces, while sapphire crystals with anti-reflective coating on both sides are used on the front and case back.
The overall dimensions, including a 43.7 mm lug-to-lug measurement, ensure the square silhouette wears comfortably and relatively compact on the wrist.
Water resistance is rated at 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet).
Each model features a finely embossed “hexagrid” dial structure, designed to create variations in light and depth across the surface.
Obelisk-shaped hour and minute hands are paired with a central seconds hand, while a date display is positioned at 3 o’clock.
The chapter ring sits on a thin réhaut, adding another layer to the dial construction.
The Vinyl Record takes its visual cues from the matte black surface of an LP.
Its black galvanic dial features a brushed, embossed finish, complemented by rhodium-plated solid gold bar indexes and burnished white gold hour and minute hands, all treated with Super-LumiNova.
It is the only limited edition in the initial release, capped at 500 pieces, and comes supplied with both a stainless steel bracelet and a black rubber strap.
The Stereo Panel draws inspiration from the control panels of 1970s hi-fi equipment, pairing a silver galvanic dial with a matching brushed, embossed surface.
Black-coated solid gold indexes and hands give the watch a sharp, monochrome appearance, with Super-LumiNova applied to the hands and hour markers.
The Tweed Amp features a brown galvanic dial with a brushed, embossed texture inspired by the woven fabric covers of vintage amplifier cabinets.
Its bar indexes and burnished hour and minute hands are crafted from 5N solid gold, creating a warm contrast against the stainless steel case.
Unlike the Vinyl Record set, the Stereo Panel and Tweed Amp are offered individually with a choice between a satin-finished stainless steel bracelet or a calfskin-lined rubber strap.
All strap and bracelet options feature Glashütte Original’s new patented Groove Lock System, making its debut in the 70s collection for completely tool-free strap changes.
On the rubber versions, the integrated end link releases easily from the underside, allowing both the strap and its folding clasp to be swapped or reused across compatible options.
The stainless steel bracelet incorporates this tool-free connection directly into its end links for quick click-on release.
It also features a fine-adjustment double-fold clasp that allows the bracelet length to be adjusted by up to 3 mm in either direction.
The rubber strap utilizes a similarly tool-free folding clasp, anchored securely via a recessed push-button and extendable locking rods.
Inside, the Tweed Amp and Stereo Panel are powered by Glashütte Original’s automatic Calibre 36-11, while the limited-edition Vinyl Record uses Calibre 36-10.
Both movements share the same technical architecture and operate at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), with a power reserve of up to 100 hours and 27 jewels. Their silicon hairsprings are designed to provide resistance to magnetic fields and temperature variations, while the balances incorporate solid gold adjustment screws and a swan-neck spring.
The difference between the two calibres is primarily in their finishing. Calibre 36-11 is rhodium-plated, whereas the Calibre 36-10 used in the Vinyl Record is finished in black rhodium to complement its monochrome dial.
Both movements can be viewed through the sapphire case back and feature the traditional Glashütte three-quarter plate with ribbed finishing.
The balance cock is hand-engraved, while the winding train and individual components receive additional finishing, including bevelled and polished edges, polished steel parts, and blued screws.
The automatic winding system is fitted with a 21-karat gold oscillating weight carrying Glashütte Original’s skeletonised double-G logo.
Together with the transparent case back, this provides a clear view of the movement architecture while retaining the mechanical character that defines the collection.
The Glashütte Original 70s collection is available from September 2026 through Glashütte Original boutiques and authorised retail partners worldwide.
The black-dialled Vinyl Record (Ref. 1-36-10-04-02-86) is limited to 500 pieces and has an indicative retail price of €16,500 (prices may vary depending on local taxes and duties), supplied with both a stainless steel bracelet and a black rubber strap.
The silver-dialled Stereo Panel is available as Ref. 1-36-11-01-02-66 with a black rubber strap for €13,300, or Ref. 1-36-11-01-02-71 with a stainless steel bracelet for €14,500.
The brown-dialled Tweed Amp follows identical pricing: Ref. 1-36-11-03-02-66 on a sand-coloured rubber strap at €13,300, and Ref. 1-36-11-03-02-71 on a stainless steel bracelet at €14,500. glashuette-original.com
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