When Seiko revived the Astron name about a decade ago, it was a reminder to many customers of their first-ever quartz-powered wristwatch from 1969, which was also called the Astron. Seiko was a pioneer in quartz technology, and has continued to innovate in this area ever since.
The Seiko Astron GPS Solar family has been around since 2012, and it has consistently been one of the most accurate and technologically advanced watches on the market. These watches are powered by solar energy and can receive GPS signals to automatically adjust the time whenever you change time zones.
The 2023 Seiko Astron GPS Solar is a significant redesign of the collection. The new watches are smaller and more stylish than their predecessors, and they feature a variety of new features, including an integrated bracelet and a power reserve indicator.
The watch I reviewed is the Seiko Astron GPS Solar SSJ013, which has a natural-tone titanium case and a blue dial. It is a perfect watch for travel, as it is accurate, lightweight, and stylish.
The watch is powered by the Caliber 3X62 in-house quartz movement. This movement is based on Seiko’s previous GPS movements, but it has been slimmed down and simplified. The dial features just the time, date, and a power reserve indicator.
The 3X62 movement is very easy to use. You can set the time and date manually, or you can let the watch automatically adjust itself when it receives a GPS signal. The watch also has a power reserve indicator, so you can always know how much time is left before it needs to be recharged.
The SSJ013 has a 41.2mm case and a 12mm thickness. It is water resistant to 100 meters. The case and bracelet are made of titanium, which makes the watch lightweight and comfortable to wear.
The SSJ013 is a great choice for anyone looking for a modern, accurate, and stylish travel watch. It is perfect for anyone who wants a watch that they can set and forget, and that will always be accurate, no matter where they are in the world.
Here are some of the key features of the Seiko Astron GPS Solar SSJ013:
- Caliber 3X62 in-house quartz movement
- Solar-powered
- GPS time synchronization
- Time, date, and power reserve indicator
- 41.2mm titanium case
- 12mm thickness
- Water resistant to 100 meters
- Integrated titanium bracelet
If you are looking for a high-end, accurate, and stylish travel watch, the Seiko Astron GPS Solar SSJ013 is a great option.