It used to be that the solar-powered watch was more a practical choice than a collector’s item. But with the Seiko Astron’s GPS Solar movement, the watchmaker’s most technologically advanced watch is one of the most sought after timepieces in the world.
You see, when solar-powered watches came out in the 1970s, they were an odd mix of novelty and functionality. The new technology at that time though became associated with cheaper, practical models. Not so with the Seiko Astron as you will see.
The Seiko Astron Is Most Advanced Watch In The World
The new Seiko Astron is the descendant of the original commercially available quartz watch. This new iteration utilizes the highly advanced GPS Solar movement.
It has two main features. First, it connected to GPS. Because it updates local time via satellite, it is one of the most accurate and precise watches in the world. Also, it makes it the best travel watch you can buy.
The solar-powered component on the other hand meant that it can run virtually forever. No more winding and wrist time requirements are minimal. This also makes it an eco-friendly timepiece since you will almost never change the components. It’s an example of sustainable watch technology that lasts a lifetime.
But even more so, the GPS Solar movement lends itself to powering even more functions for the Seiko Astron. That’s why you can find more functionalities and features in the Astron than most other watches. It’s the power of solar watch technology that gives an incredible amount of value.
And because it’s so feature packed, it has drawn the attention of watch enthusiasts everywhere. A GPS solar watch is truly a collectible timepiece.
Three Beloved Seiko Astron GPS Solar Watches
If you’re looking for three great Seiko Astron GPS Solar watches, you’re in luck. Here are top picks that you can buy right here in the Philippines.
Seiko Astron SSH178J1
The Seiko Astron SSH179J1 is a GPS solar dual-time chronograph with a black dial, and it carries the 5X83 caliber. The super-hard-coated titanium case measures 44.1mm in diameter, sits under a dual-curve sapphire crystal, and is water resistant to 100 meters. The black dial features horizontal lines, giving it an industrial look that fits right into the boardroom. The interplay with the silver indices and subdials provide a luxurious motif befitting a captain of industry like you. Seiko SM Megamall has this on hand right now so you can get one of the best watches available today.
The movement adjusts to 39 time zones, measures elapsed time in 1/20-second increments, and includes an AM/PM indicator, a daylight saving function, and a perpetual calendar accurate to the year 2100. A full charge runs the watch for up to six months. For a collector who wants a serious travel companion with a sporty look, this is one of the most feature rich watches you can find.
Seiko Astron SSJ013J1
The Seiko Astron SSJ013J1 pairs the new 3X62 GPS solar caliber with an octagonal titanium bezel and a blue dial patterned after the quartz crystals. The unique pattern again reflects the all-business look of this timepiece. The super-hard-coated titanium case measures to around 41.2mm in diameter, using a sapphire crystal with super-clear coating, and is water resistant to 10 bar.
The movement is accurate to within ±15 seconds per month without GPS reception, adjusts to 39 time zones, includes an in-flight mode and a perpetual calendar accurate to the year 2100, and runs for about six months on a full charge, or roughly two years in power save mode. It is a good pick for collectors who like compact, clean proportions that fit under a barong sleeve as easily as a business shirt. Pick it up at the Seiko SM North today for an instant style upgrade.
Seiko Astron SSJ014J1
The Seiko Astron SSJ014J1 shares its platform with the SSJ013J1 and gives collectors a second look within the same 3X62 family. It has the same 41.2mm super-hard-coated titanium case, sapphire crystal with super-clear coating, and 10 bar water resistance.
Inside, the 3X62 GPS solar movement delivers the same ±15 seconds per month, 39 time zone adjustment, and perpetual calendar accurate to the year 2100, with about six months of runtime from a full charge and roughly two years in power save mode. Lumibrite on the hands and indexes keeps it legible in dim light, which helps during a late dinner in BGC or an early flight out of Cebu or Davao. You can pair the SSJ013J1 and SSJ014J1 as a “day and evening” set. A quick trip to Seiko Gateway gets you this amazing watch.
GPS Solar Is The Future
The Seiko Astron is extremely collectible precisely because of GPS solar technology. It’s basically a self-charging watch, with a ton of features that will last a lifetime.
Your Seiko Astron is waiting for you at Seiko Philippines. You can visit online or in the various boutiques around the metro to get the best watches in the world.
Get a watch that can do everything. Get a Seiko Astron with GPS Solar technology.
