# Frederique Constant Yacht Timer GMT Review by A.I. WatchMetrics


## Watch Summary
The Frederique Constant Yacht Timer GMT is a versatile sports-travel watch with a nautical theme, highlighted by its rotating ceramic bezel featuring a 5-minute regatta countdown scale for yacht racing, a handy GMT hand for dual time zones, a textured blue sunray dial with applied indices and rhodium-plated hands, all in a robust 42mm stainless steel case powered by the automatic FC-387 caliber providing 38 hours of power reserve, ideal for sailing enthusiasts, frequent travelers, and collectors seeking functional Swiss elegance without luxury pricing.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.4/10.0

**Material Metric (9.0/10.0)** - The 316L stainless steel case, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with AR coating, and tough ceramic bezel deliver build quality comparable to mid-tier Oris divers.

**Dials & Design Metric (8.2/10.0)** - The sunray blue dial with luminous indices and yacht-inspired bezel offers strong legibility and sporty sophistication akin to a well-executed Longines HydroConquest.

**Versatility Metric (8.1/10.0)** - Suitable for daily wear, travel, boating, or office settings with 100m water resistance and GMT functionality, matching the adaptability of a Tudor Black Bay GMT.

**Complications Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The regatta countdown bezel and GMT hand provide practical specialized timing superior to basic divers like the Seiko Prospex.

**Movement Metric (7.5/10.0)** - The reliable FC-387 automatic with 28,800 vph and 25 jewels performs steadily like a tuned Sellita SW330, adequate for everyday reliability.

**Brand Metric (7.3/10.0)** - Frederique Constant offers accessible Swiss luxury with solid craftsmanship, on par with Oris or Baume & Mercier in the entry-luxury segment.

**Functions Metric (7.3/10.0)** - Core timekeeping plus date, GMT, and regatta timer deliver well-rounded utility similar to a Hamilton Khaki Aviation GMT.

**Rarity Metric (6.0/10.0)** - Common production at a mid-tier price point places it alongside standard Omega Aquaterra models in accessibility.

**History & Innovation Metric (5.4/10.0)** - Niche nautical features build on modest brand heritage without the iconic status of a Blancpain Fifty Fathoms.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0
## TPS Interpretation: Fair Value: The watch provides strong materials and complications that punch above its expected performance for the price.
## WM Collector Grade: C
## Performance Insights: Excels in materials, design, and versatility while movement and history are average; solid value trading below the $5,000 implied price.

## Watch Data
[Picture URL] - https://www.frederiqueconstant.com/media/catalog/product/f/c/fc_387mc4p6_main_1.jpg; [backPicture] - ; [lumePicture] - ; [Nickname] - Yacht Timer GMT; [Brand] - Frederique Constant; [Model] - Yacht Timer GMT; [Country] - Switzerland; [Product Link] - https://www.frederiqueconstant.com/us_en/yacht-timer-gmt-fc-387mc4p6.html; [reviewLink] - ; [Movement Type] - Automatic; [Movement Name] - FC-387; [# MSRP] - 3495; [# Secondary] - 2400; [# Production] - Unlimited; [watchDescription] - 42mm stainless steel sports GMT with ceramic regatta countdown bezel, blue sunray dial, automatic movement, leather strap; [caseWidth] - 42; [lugToLugLength] - 50; [thickness] - 12.6; [lug] - 22; [waterResist] - 100; [powerReserve] - 38; [beatFrequency] - 28800; [lume] - Super-LumiNova; [jewels] - 25; [caseMaterial] - Stainless Steel; [watchGlass] - Sapphire AR; [Bezel] - Ceramic Rotating Yacht Timer; [caseback] - Solid; [Crown] - Screw-down; [Strap] - Alligator Leather; [Shape] - Round; [Dial] - Analog; [caseShape] - Round; [Seconds] - 1; [Date] - 1; [Calendar] - 0; [Chiming] - 0; [Chronograph] - 0; [Compass] - 0; [dateCompilation] - 0; [DigitalDisplay] - 0; [Dress] - 0; [Field] - 0; [GMT] - 1; [Mechanical Alarm] - 0; [Moonphase] - 0; [Tourbillon] - 0; [worldTimer] - 0; [powerReserveIndicator] - 0; [Diver] - 0; [Pilot] - 0; [racing] - 0; [Skeleton] - 0; [Vintage] - 0; [StyleFormal] - 0; [StyleCasual] - 1; [StyleSports] - 1; [StyleTravel] - 1; [StyleAdventure] - 1; [StyleCollector] - 1; [StyleTool] - 1; [StyleStatement] - 0; [StyleVintage] - 0; [StyleSmart] - 0; [StyleCustom] - 0; [TPS_new] - 4.0; [TPSgrade] - C; [TPSimpliedPrice] - 5000;

**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.10 Grok 4 Fast. December 21, 2025.**