Seiko Watch has launched two GPS solar-powered models and two solar-powered radio-controlled models under the theme of "Starry Sky" from the Seiko Astron Nexter series. The new models will be available in limited quantities from Friday 8 March. Suggested retail prices range from 148,500 yen (including tax) to 330,000 yen (including tax).
The "Starry Sky" model is based on the design source of the twinkling starry sky in space, from which the Astron brand name is derived.
The brand name of the quartz watch "Quartz Astron", launched by Seiko in 1969 as the world's first quartz watch, is derived from "Astro", which means space or celestial body, and was named "Astron" in the image of the future when mankind will fly into space. The name "Astron" is derived from the word "Astro", which means space or celestial body. The "Starry Sky" model, which will be released in 2024 from the Nexter series of Seiko Astron, a brand that has inherited the name and symbolises Seiko's progressive spirit, is a compilation model with a design source based on the twinkling starry sky in space. It is a compilation model based on the design source of the twinkling starry sky in space.
The Nexter series is based on the concept of "Solidity & Harmonic" and supports leaders with advanced technology and sophisticated design as a partner for the next generation of leaders who have both a strong will and a spirit of harmony.
“Venus, the planet with the strongest charisma” The colours depict a scene of Venus shining at dawn, the 'brightest star of the dawn'.
The word 'brightest star', referring to Venus, also means a person who is conspicuously brilliant in a particular field. This special limited-edition model superimposes the powerful brilliance of Venus on the image of the next generation of leaders who are opening up the future and witnessing the dawn of a new era.
The all-black case and bracelet and the deep blue gradient dial with lamellae express the scene of twinkling stars in the dawn sky, gradually changing from midnight to the dawn of a new era, when the "brightest star of the dawn" can be seen. The watch is also made of lightweight, rust-resistant titanium for a light and comfortable fit, and has a scratch-resistant hard coating on the surface.
The gold-coloured hour markers, hands, crown side and other parts of the model are as eye-catching as the powerful glow of Venus.
As a special feature of the limited edition model, the hour, minute and indexes are fitted with blue lumibrights, which are not found on the regular model.
The Seiko Astron is a symbol of Seiko's progressive spirit, having inherited its name from the quartz watch Quartz Astron, which was launched by Seiko in 1969 as the world's first quartz watch. In addition to the world's first GPS solar-powered model launched in September 2012, a solar-powered radio-wave model has also been added to the line-up, offering a wide range of variations. The world's first GPS solar model was launched in September 2012, and a solar radio wave model has been added to the line-up to offer a wide range of variations.
SBXC145:
GPS solar movement Calibre 5X53
Time accuracy: ±15 seconds per month on average (when worn on the wrist at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C without reception).
Receiving function: time zone correction function by receiving GPS satellite radio signals (*4).
Super Smart Sensor (automatic time correction function) (*5)
Forced time correction function
*The calibre 5X53 displays the time reflecting the information on the implementation of DST (Daylight Saving Time) in the region when the time zone correction (except manual) is successfully carried out.
SBXD021:
GPS solar movement Calibre 3X62
Time accuracy: ±15 seconds per month on average (when worn on the wrist at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C with no reception).
Receiving function: time zone correction by GPS satellite radio reception.
Super Smart Sensor (automatic time correction function)
Forced time correction function
SBXY071:
Solar radio-controlled movement Calibre 8B63
Time accuracy: average monthly difference ±15 seconds (when worn on the wrist at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C without reception).
Dual time display function
World time function (25 time zones)
Radio wave correction function (receives standard radio waves from Japan, China, USA, Germany and UK)
Solar charging function (approximately 9 months of operation from full charge)
SBXY073:
Solar radio-controlled movement Calibre 7B72
Time accuracy: average monthly difference ±15 seconds (when worn on the wrist at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C without reception).
Radio wave correction function (receives standard radio waves from Japan, China, USA, Germany and UK).
Solar charging function (approximately 9 months of operation from full charge).
Super Black Diamond Shield
This is approximately 1.5 times harder than conventional hard coatings and 1.2 times harder than Seiko's original surface treatment technology "Dia Shield", which was developed to protect the original beautiful brilliance and clean finish of the watch from abrasions and minor scratches in everyday use, and is also more scratch-resistant. It is also resistant to peeling off and achieves a jet-black shine without colour irregularities.
Super clear coating
This is SEIKO's unique anti-reflective coating process that applies a transparent film to both the front and back surfaces of the glass, which suppresses light reflection by more than 99%.
Even under the glare of sunlight or lighting, the glass is unnoticeable. The antifouling coating on the surface makes it easy to wipe off any dirt.
Comfotex.
This is Seiko's unique comfort technology that achieves the comfort required of a wristwatch (easy to read and scratch-resistant) through the Super Clear Coating, which makes the glass imperceptible, and the Dia Shield, which protects the watch from scratches. In addition, Comfotex Ti, which pursues even greater comfort, uses titanium material, which is approximately 40% lighter in specific gravity than stainless steel and less likely to cause metal allergies, for the parts of the watch that come into direct contact with the skin.
For time zone and DST (daylight saving time) data incorporated in the products listed, please refer to our website. (www.seikowatches.com). If the time zone and DST (daylight saving time) installation information has changed, this will not be reflected. Manual time zone selection and manual DST (daylight saving time) settings are required.
Super smart sensor.
This is Seiko's unique technology that automatically receives time up to twice a day. When sunlight shines on the dial, for example when going out, the watch automatically adjusts the reception timing and starts receiving GPS satellite signals. It also remembers the time of the last successful forced reception and automatically corrects the time at the same time.
*When the battery charge is low, reception is not performed. Time zone correction is required when the time zone is moved.
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