Review of Japanese men's watches Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori

The Seiko Astron watch is a legend in the watch world, because it was they who became the first quartz watch in the history of mankind, presented on the world market back in the mid-1960s. Then the Japanese company Seiko once again reminded everyone that they are always one step ahead of their rivals.

In 2013, Seiko celebrated a truly historic event - exactly one hundred years have passed since the creation of the first Seiko wristwatch. To mark this event, Seiko masters decided to release a special watch - Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori, thus showing respect to the founder of Seiko Kintaro Hattori, at the same time honoring the memory of the famous Astron model, which once excited the world watch market.

Awareness of the uniqueness of Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori quartz watches comes at the first glance at them. The black titanium case with PVD coating inspires respect with its reliability - 47 mm in diameter and 17.4 mm thick.

At the heart of the model is the 7X52 GPS Solar movement. Water resistance is up to 100 meters, which means that you can swim and dive with the watch (without scuba gear).

The owner of this watch can choose one of two options for wearing it - either with a crocodile leather strap (clasp with locking system) or with a titanium bracelet that comes with the set. And that and that method, of course, provide an equally comfortable watch on the wrist.

The ceramic bezel is inscribed with the abbreviated names of various cities, among which Tokyo (TYO on the bezel) is not accidentally highlighted in gold, because it was there that the founder of Seiko, Kintaro Hattori, was born. The presence of the names of different cities of the world on the bezel already hints at the possibility of watches to work in different time zones, but Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori exceeded all expectations here. The Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori watch was originally developed as an indispensable companion for travelers who do not want to bother with manual time correction upon arrival in a new time zone (although this possibility is provided).

The transmitter inside this watch establishes a connection with a satellite anywhere in the world and automatically sets the exact time within 39 time zones using a GPS signal. The main thing is to stay outdoors while establishing a connection with the satellite, in caves, underground parking lots, metro stations, the GPS signal will not be received. By the way, being outdoors also helps to recharge the watch, and the indicator will tell you when the battery is running out. The power reserve when the battery is fully charged is 6 months, with the power saving function turned on - 2 years.

Those wishing to purchase this gem from Seiko should not hesitate, as the Astron Kintaro Hattori watch is limited to 5 pieces, as indicated by its case back. On it, the happy owner will see not only the serial number of the model, but also read the famous words of the wise Japanese Kintaro Hattori, which became the motto of Seiko: “One step ahead of the rest” (“One step ahead of the rest”). The large letter "S" of golden color is located under the quote of the founder of Seiko for a reason - this is the very first sign of the Seiko company, used in the early years of the existence of this famous Japanese company.

The black dial of this stylish watch will tell you not only the exact time, but also the date - the convenient calendar of the Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori watch is always ready to remind you what day it is. Large clock hands are pleasing to the eye. The dial is covered with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal, the quality of which has only improved after being treated with the high-tech “Super-Clear” composition, which has allowed the glass to become even cleaner and more transparent.

The release of the Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori watch began a new chapter in the glorious history of Seiko. A tribute to the customs of the company has merged with the latest technology of watchmaking, giving the world an exceptional timepiece, released in limited quantities. The Astron Kintaro Hattori model is fully consistent with the famous words of the person whose name and surname are indicated in its title. The Seiko Astron Kintaro Hattori is truly one step ahead of the rest.