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Seiko AstronvsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

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Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,500
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astron42mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
Astron40h
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
Astron100m
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
Astron$2,500
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Red
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
5X83
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Jewels
14
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$596

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What people say

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Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular technology, solar-powered quartz movement, and GPS time synchronization, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. The watch is frequently noted for its comfortable and lightweight titanium build, with some models featuring well-finished cases and robust ceramic bezels. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's dynamic and shiny appearance, with textured hour markers and high-contrast edges. Accuracy is generally considered good, with figures ranging from +/- 15 seconds per month to within 1/2 second per day, easily corrected by GPS signal. However, some owners note that DST requires manual adjustment and that automatic time syncing depends on proximity to radio wave towers. The price point is a concern for some, who feel it competes with luxury watches without the same aesthetic appeal. One owner pointed out minimal lume and a slight misalignment of the minute hand on their model.

Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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