Seiko AstronvsZelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko Astron at true scale

Astron

Zelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph at true scale

ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph

Diameter

44.1mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

49mm

lowest

Thickness

14.4mm

lowest

16mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$3,100

$1,399

lowest

Movement

Seiko 5X83

Valjoux 7750

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44.1mm
43mm
Thickness
14.4mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
49mm
Lug Width
14mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
n/a
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko 5X83
Valjoux 7750
Jewels
14
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$1,399
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Reviews

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

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its impressive technology, including GPS time synchronization and solar charging, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its well-finished case and bracelet, with some noting its comfortable and lightweight titanium construction. The textured dials are often described as attractive and detailed, with contrasting markers and subtle accents. However, the price point is frequently cited as high for a quartz watch, and some find its aesthetic struggles to compete with luxury mechanical watches. One owner notes the minute hand sits slightly off, and another flags sparse lume on the dial. Accuracy varies, with some reporting +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, while others find it acceptable due to easy correction.

Zelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph

Owners praise the Zelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph for its appealing and variable meteorite dial and comfortable fit, attributed to its short lug-to-lug. The watch comes with a four-watch pouch and two distressed leather bands. The Zelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph is a 43mm, 100m water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Zelos ZX-6 Meteorite Automatic Chronograph highly for its unique meteorite dial and comfortable wearability.

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