Oupinke G3178, 42mm, Black Dial, Black Tungsten Bracelet
Oupinke G3178, Black Dial
Black-dial skeleton automatic with a Japanese 21-jewel movement, sapphire crystal, 42mm steel case and 50m water resistance.
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About this item
- Full skeleton automatic watch with a black dial and a mature, formal look
- Japanese movement with 21 rubies for stable, accurate timekeeping
- Sapphire crystal for clear visibility and good light transmission
- Forged tungsten steel bracelet, adjustable to suit your wrist size
- Luminous hands for reading the time at night, rated 5 ATM water resistant
- Presented in a gift box with a 30-day return window
Top Highlights
- Brand
- Oupinke
- Model Name
- G3178
- Model Number
- G3178
- Department
- Men
- Item Type
- Automatic Watch
- Manufacturer
- OUPINKE
- First Available
- 16 November 2020
Features & Specs
- Display
- Analog
- Movement Type
- Automatic
- Additional Features
- Glow In The Dark
- Strap Type
- Bracelet
- Case Material
- Stainless steel
- Case Size
- 42.0 mm
- Case Thickness
- 12.0 mm
- Lug Width
- 20.0 mm
- Weight
- 300 g
- Water Resistance
- 50 m
- Sport Type
- Walking
- Strap
- Tungsten
- Clasp
- Push Button Deployment Clasp
- Closure Type
- Buckle
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
Style
- Style Name
- Mechanical, Automatic Watch
- Dial Shape
- Round
- Dial Colour
- Black
- Band Color
- Black
- Theme
- Fashion Accessories
- Face Style
- Skeleton
Description
The OUPINKE G3178 is a men's automatic watch built around a full skeleton design and a black dial. It aims at buyers who want a formal, mechanical look for business or travel without moving to a high-priced brand.
The watch has a 42mm stainless steel case that is 12mm thick, with a 20mm lug width. Inside is a Japanese automatic movement with 21 rubies, covered by a sapphire crystal. Water resistance is rated at 50 metres, which suits splashes and daily wear.
The bracelet is made of forged tungsten steel, closes with a push button deployment clasp, and can be adjusted to the wrist. Luminous hands help with reading the time in the dark, and the watch ships in a gift box, so it also works as a present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear the G3178 in the shower or for a swim?
The OUPINKE G3178 is rated to 50 metres, which generally handles splashes, hand washing and rain. It is not meant for swimming, and hot showers can stress the seals over time, so keep it dry for those. Everyday office and travel wear is what it suits best.
Will a 42mm case fit my wrist?
The OUPINKE G3178 measures 42mm across, 12mm thick, with 20mm lugs. That suits most average to larger wrists, and the tungsten steel bracelet is adjustable, so you can size it to your wrist. Very small wrists may find it quite prominent.
How does this skeleton automatic compare with a plain dial automatic?
Versus a plain dial, the G3178 trades some legibility for visible mechanics. The black skeleton dial shows the movement, while luminous hands help at night. If you mostly want quick time reading, a solid dial alternative is simpler; if you want a showpiece, this fits.
Do I need to wind it or change a battery?
The G3178 is an automatic, so it has no battery and runs from wrist motion. Wear it daily and it keeps going. If it sits unworn, it will stop and need setting again. Service is generally a periodic oil and check by a watchmaker.
Is the glass scratch resistant for daily sport or walking?
The OUPINKE G3178 uses a sapphire crystal, which resists scratches well in daily use. For walking and light sport it holds up, though the 50 metre rating and skeleton open-work mean hard knocks and heavy sweat are better avoided.
Who is this watch suitable for as a gift?
The G3178 is suitable for men who like mechanical looks for work, business and travel. It comes in a gift box with a 30-day return window, and the adjustable bracelet makes sizing easier when buying for someone else.
Editor's take
OUPINKE sells the G3178 as an affordable men's dress-leaning automatic, and the skeleton dial is the whole pitch. It is for buyers who enjoy seeing a mechanism work and want that look in a 42mm stainless steel case without paying for a heritage name.
The movement is described as a Japanese automatic movement with 21 rubies, covered by a sapphire crystal. Sapphire matters here because a skeleton dial is busy, and a scratch-resistant, clear window keeps the open-worked layout legible. The 20mm lug width and 12mm case thickness give it a solid wrist presence.
The limits are straightforward. 50 metres of water resistance means splashes and rain are fine, but swimming is not what it is built for. A skeleton dial with a black finish also costs some legibility compared with a plain dial, though the luminous hands help at night. The listing gives no calibre name or power reserve figure, so you cannot compare it directly with named movements.
It suits someone who wants a showy mechanical watch for work and travel on a modest budget. The forged tungsten steel bracelet with a push button deployment clasp adds heft and an adjustable fit. If you want documented movement specs and a proper service record, look at established automatic brands in a similar price range.
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Tungsten Strap, 50m Rated
The tungsten strap adds noticeable weight and a dense, cool feel against the wrist, which pairs well with the steel case. Water resistance is rated to 50 metres, enough for rain, hand washing and brief splashes, but not for swimming or diving.
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