# Swanky Scandinavian Steel Watches The Bifrost Isbla Watch is Inspired by Nordic Mythology By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-03-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bifrost References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/gos-bifrost-isbla-high-contrast-stainless-steel-watch/31373/) & [goswatches](http://www.goswatches.com/index.php?lang=en) The Bifrost Isbla is a watch manufactured by Swedish company GoS Watches. It is named after a rainbow bridge in Norse mythology that connects Earth to the realm of the gods. The high-contrast, [pattern-welded steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mrgb2000js) complements the theme, shining a [deep blue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blancpain-x-swatch-fifty-fathoms-blue-lagoon) when exposed to natural daylight. This is a metaphor for the way a rainbow is only visible when light shines onto it. The high-contrast steel is also used in the watch's rotor, which can be seen through the watch's [transparent back](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-sapphire). The watch also features sapphire glass and solid 18K white gold hands. The Bifrost Isbla will be a very limited edition offering with only 25 units being produced. Each will be priced at a cool $12,600. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pattern-welded Steel:** The use of pattern-welded steel creates a unique and visually stunning design element in watches. - **Transparent Watch Back:** The trend of transparent watch backs allows for a glimpse into the intricate and beautiful inner workings of timepieces. - **Limited Edition Offerings:** The popularity of limited edition watches offers exclusivity and collector appeal to luxury timepiece enthusiasts. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watches:** Luxury watch brands can explore the use of pattern-welded steel and transparent watch backs to create innovative and visually striking timepieces. - **Metals and Alloys:** Manufacturers in the metals and alloys industry can leverage the trend of pattern-welded steel to produce unique and high-value materials for various applications. - **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** The limited edition watch market presents an opportunity for collectibles and memorabilia industries to cater to the demand for exclusive and scarce timepieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Icelandic Nature-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linkone.md) - [Vibrant Sapphire-Encrusted Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourbillon-skeleton-rainbow.md) - [Thematic Dragon-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-inspired-timepieces.md) - [One-of-a-Kind Titanium Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-wristwatch.md) - [Fiberglass-Infused Woven Ceramic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urwerk-ur230-polaris.md) - [Rugged Otherworldly Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mtg-diffuse-nebula.md) - [Rugged Swordsmith-Designed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-mrgb2000js.md) - [Accessible Aquatic-Hued Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blancpain-x-swatch-fifty-fathoms-blue-lagoon.md) - [Galaxy-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ur-100v-lightspeed.md)