Glashütte Spezimatick World Time (Steel, GDR) – Rare Collector’s Piece with "City" Bezel One of the rarest GUB automatic - and Bare find. Model Overview This Glashütte Spezimatick World Time represents one of the most distinctive creations from East German watchmaking in the 1970s. Produced by the Glashütter Uhrenbetriebe (GUB), it embodies the precision and technical excellence of the German horological tradition. The rare “World Time” version features a rotating city bezel, allowing the user to track multiple time zones—an advanced concept for its era. The automatic Spezimatick movement with 26 jewels is known for its reliability and robust engineering, making it a true piece of Cold War-era craftsmanship. Technical Specifications Brand: Glashütte Model: Spezimatick World Time Movement: Automatic, GUB Cal. 75, 26 jewels Country of Manufacture: German Democratic Republic (GDR) Production Era: ca. 1970s Serial / Case Number: 10xx8x Case Material: Chrome-plated steel with stainless steel caseback - excellent condition Dimensions: approx. 38-39 mm (without crown) crown has some sign of use- Bezel: Rotating, blue/black world-time bezel with city names, London- Tokyo- New York -LA Crystal: Acrylic (domed) Water Resistance: Not tested Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Silver with sunburst texture - fine patina - charming vintage dial Markers: Applied silver-tone indices with black centres Date: Yes, at 3 o’clock Branding: “Glashütte Spezimatick – 26 Rubis” Hands: Baton style, silver and black Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Snap-on - GUB Engravings: “Made in GDR – GUB – Edelstahlboden – Wassergeschützt – Stossgesichert” Strap & Buckle Strap: New blue leather strap, approx. 20 mm width (replacement) Buckle: Steel, unsigned Notable Historical / Brand Context The Spezimatick was one of the hallmark automatic calibres of East German Glashütte, produced under GUB during the Cold War. The World Time variant was primarily intended for export, combining practical utility with an eye-catching design inspired by Swiss multi-timezone watches of the era such as Enicar and Zodiac. It remains a fascinating piece of design and political history—symbolising East Germany’s ambition to compete internationally in fine watchmaking. Collector Appeal & Value Potential This watch holds high collector appeal as a rare and mechanically solid vintage model from the GDR. Its rotating world-time bezel, export-market rarity, and historical significance make it particularly interesting to collectors of Glashütte or Cold War-era timepieces. Well-preserved examples like this are increasingly sought after, with growing recognition for vintage GUB craftsmanship. Condition Report The movement is serviced and runs well -and the date function operates. The case is in amazing great - very minimal age-related wear, . Dial displays light patina. Bezel rotates freely. Original acrylic crystal with minor surface marks. Strap is new (non-original). Service history known- serviced. Delivery Packaging: Carefully packed in a neutral watch box Shipping: Registered and insured shipment from within the EU