A Legacy Reforged
When Winter Nights was introduced in 2013, it marked a defining moment for GoS. Developed in collaboration with a close circle of collectors, it became the world’s first collector-driven subscription watch in Damascus steel. It introduced a stainless Damascus steel case paired with the GoS01 manufacture movement, whose bridges were forged from carbon Damascus steel — each component finished and reworked until the result matched the intention, the way a painter returns to a canvas until the composition is resolved.
The name “Winter Nights” (Vetrnaetr) refers to the Viking transition from summer to the winter half of the year in mid-October, a turning point both solemn and celebratory. In a culture that counted time in winters rather than summers, the name reflects endurance, rhythm, and respect for the cycles of nature.
Damascus steel and Gold in Dialogue
Winter Nights III returns to this foundation while refining its architecture. The chapter ring combines the sculptural form of the original solid gold design with the dimensional structure first introduced in the Sarek model. Strong bevels, sharply defined transitions, and carefully controlled surface finishing create depth while maintaining clarity and legibility.
The dial remains a collaboration at its core. Bladesmith Conny Persson has further developed the signature "wildflower" Damascus pattern. In the GoS atelier, Patrik Sjögren machines, recesses, and hand-finishes each dial through a meticulous iterative process, revealing contrast and depth within the steel itself.
Ancient Patina, Modern Technique
The defining feature of Winter Nights III is the union of 18k Swedish gold with a newly developed dark stainless Damascus steel. Traditionally, stainless steel could only be darkened through superficial surface coatings. However, a proprietary process developed by Patrik Sjögren allows a permanent patina to form that is bonded to the material itself, rather than applied onto it.
Because this patina is structurally bonded, it shares the same physical durability as the steel; it will not rub off through wear, and can only be affected by forces that would physically scratch the metal. This result evokes the weathered surface of Viking-era bracelets unearthed after centuries in the earth. The dark Damascus steel case ring is framed by a hand-finished bezel and caseback in handfinished 18k Swedish gold—a deliberate, permanent contrast between shadow and light, age and refinement.
Crafted in the GoS Atelier
The gold components begin with traditional casting in collaboration with a Swedish master goldsmith before returning to the GoS atelier for machining and finishing. Each part is brought to final tolerance and surface refinement by hand. All engraving is designed and executed by Patrik Sjögren.
With this development in case manufacturing, GoS can now offer all current models in precious metals, while maintaining the same level of material exploration, hand-finishing, and independence that defines the brand.
Specification - GoS Winter Nights III - Handmade in Sweden with a Swiss made bespoke movement
Functions
Hours, Minutes Seconds
Small second at 6h:00 in the shape of the GoS triskele
Movement
Manufacture movement by Schwarz Etienne with GoS-specific modifications and finishing
Automatic winding with a micro-rotor and handfinished damascus steel counterweight
GoS triskele engraved on click wheel
Handpolished bevels on all bridges
Separate bridge for escape wheel
21,600 vibrations/hour
86h power reserve
Stop-seconds mechanism
33 jewels – 199 parts
30.40mm x 5.25mm
Case
41.5mm x 12.1mm (8mm at edge)
Stainless damascus steel case ring with bonded patina, framed with 18k gold bezel, caseback and lugs – all shaped and finished by hand
Sapphire crystals front and caseback – Front crystal domed with double sided anti-reflective coating
Transparent crystal gaskets in Swiss-developed material
5ATM water resistance (50m)
GoS crown with double gaskets and GoS internal impact protection.
Dial
Handforged Swedish tool steel by GoS bladesmith Conny Persson - machined and finished by Patrik Sjögren
Chapter ring in two components with both parts having polished bevels and satin finished upper surface. The base ring has polished minute markers and an anthrazite finish while the upper ring is plated with 4n gold.
Hands
GoS viking arrow head – Gold plated (4n)
GoS triskele small seconds hand – Gold plated (4n)
Strap
Grained Nordic Moose leather manufactured by strap artisans in Belgium
Tapered 21mm to 20mm with rounded padding
Pin buckle in 18k Swedish gold and a GoS triskele logo
Presentation box
Individually handcrafted presentation box in hardwood. The box opens up with two doors to reveal the watch which sits on a removable display stand.
Availability
It is limited to a total of 12 pieces with 6 piees reserved for direct orders from the GoS atelier. Every watch is made to order and initial production limit is 4pcs for 2026 increasing to 6pcs for 2027. Every watch is a unique piece and the client selects and approves of the damascus steel dial before finishing proceeds. The introduction price is €38,000 excl VAT. (In 2026)
