Quick summary
- Union Glashütte has introduced the Noramis Date Limited Edition Petro Surf 2026 as a 200-piece watch tied to the Petro Surf Festival on Sylt.
- The standout detail is a blackened three-dimensional dial inspired by the classic five-spoke Otto Fuchs wheel used on air-cooled icons.
- The watch is priced at EUR 2,780 and uses the automatic Calibre UNG-07.S1 with a silicon hairspring and 60-hour power reserve.
The Union Glashütte Noramis Date Limited Edition Petro Surf 2026 takes the brand’s polished 40mm Noramis case and gives it a motorsport-flavoured dial with raised black PVD spokes, recessed matte black sections and wheel-nut-style screw details.
It arrives as Union Glashütte strengthens its connection to classic car events, this time as the official partner of Petro Surf Festival 2026, which runs from June 26 to 28 on Sylt.
The event’s mix of air-cooled sports cars, Californian surf cues and urban lifestyle gives this Noramis a clearer personality than a standard retro dress watch.
A Noramis Date With A Garage-Meet-Surf-Festival Dial
The Noramis Date has long been one of Union Glashütte’s most approachable platforms, helped by a clean case shape that can sit comfortably between formal and casual wear.
Here, the dial changes the mood completely.
The five-spoke layout recalls the famous Otto Fuchs wheel associated with early 911s, Volkswagen Beetles and beach buggies, but the blackened treatment makes it feel more outlaw than concours.
The raised spoke structure gives the dial real depth, while the decorative screw elements reinforce the wheel connection without turning the watch into a novelty object.
The Case Keeps Things Slim And Wearable
The stainless steel case measures 40mm wide and 10.4mm thick, which is a sensible size for a modern automatic with vintage leanings.
A polished finish, raised bezel and box-shaped sapphire crystal keep the Noramis profile elegant, while the screw-down crown and 100 metres of water resistance make it more practical than its dressy outline suggests.
The black leather strap is a fitting choice for this darker edition and is secured with a double-folding clasp with twin push-buttons.
Inside Is Union Glashütte’s Calibre UNG-07.S1
The movement is the automatic Calibre UNG-07.S1, derived from the ETA 2892 architecture and modified for Union Glashütte.
Its most useful modern upgrade is a silicon hairspring, which improves resistance to magnetism in everyday use.
The movement runs at 25,200 vibrations per hour, or 3.5Hz, and offers a 60-hour power reserve, so it can be set down for the weekend and still be running on Monday.
Functions include central hours, minutes and seconds, hacking seconds and a date display at 6 o’clock with a black date disc that keeps the dial composition tidy.
Specifications
| Model | Union Glashütte Noramis Date Limited Edition Petro Surf 2026 |
|---|---|
| Reference | D016.407.16.050.08 |
| Case | Polished stainless steel |
| Dimensions | 40mm diameter, 10.4mm height |
| Crystal | Box-shaped sapphire crystal front, sapphire caseback |
| Crown | Screw-down crown |
| Water resistance | 100 metres |
| Dial | Blackened Otto Fuchs wheel-inspired dial with raised spokes, recessed black sections and decorative screw details |
| Hands | Two-tone central hour and minute hands with Super-LumiNova, central seconds hand with white tip |
| Movement | Calibre UNG-07.S1 automatic |
| Movement architecture | ETA 2892-derived, 21 jewels, 25.60mm diameter, 3.85mm height |
| Frequency | 25,200 vibrations per hour, 3.5Hz |
| Power reserve | 60 hours |
| Features | Hours, minutes, hacking seconds and date |
| Strap | Black leather strap with double-folding clasp and twin push-buttons |
| Limited edition | 200 pieces |
| Price | EUR 2,780 |
Who This Limited Edition Is For
This isn’t the Noramis Date for someone who wants total discretion, even though the black palette keeps it from shouting.
It’s best suited to collectors who enjoy automotive references, air-cooled culture or watches that carry a clear visual idea without abandoning day-to-day wearability.
At EUR 2,780 and with only 200 examples planned, the Petro Surf 2026 edition is a niche but well-judged release for Union Glashütte, especially for anyone who likes their German watches with a little oil, salt air and black leather in the mix.
FAQ
What is the Union Glashütte Noramis Date Petro Surf 2026?
It’s a limited-edition version of the Noramis Date created for Petro Surf Festival 2026, featuring a blackened dial inspired by the classic five-spoke Otto Fuchs wheel.
How many pieces will be made?
Union Glashütte will produce 200 pieces of the Noramis Date Limited Edition Petro Surf 2026.
What movement does it use?
It uses the automatic Calibre UNG-07.S1, an ETA 2892-derived movement with a silicon hairspring, hacking seconds, date and a 60-hour power reserve.
What is the price?
The Union Glashütte Noramis Date Limited Edition Petro Surf 2026 is priced at EUR 2,780.
When is Petro Surf Festival 2026?
Petro Surf Festival 2026 is scheduled to take place from June 26 to 28 on Sylt.
