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Citizen ATTESAvsSeiko Astron

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ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,395
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen ATTESA

Owners widely praise Citizen ATTESA for its advanced solar and GPS functionality, durable titanium construction, and stylish, light-wearing design. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight the beautiful dials that play with light and the convenience of features like perpetual calendars and radio synchronization, making it a compelling "grab and go" watch. Specific models are noted for their slim profiles and comfortable 40mm cases. However, some find the titanium bracelet clasps lack sufficient micro-adjustments for a perfect fit, and one owner considers the finishing on the hour and minute hands a weak point. Operating its advanced functions can also present a learning curve. Overall, owners rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its impressive feature set and wearability at its price point.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ATTESA40.6mm
Astron41.2mm
Power Reserve
ATTESA40h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
ATTESA100m
Astron100m
MSRP
ATTESA$1,395
Astron$2,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.6mm
41.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
Super Titanium
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Super-clear coating
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H145
3X62
Type
Solar
Quartz
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,395
$2,200
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