Movado

Movado Women's 605283 Kara Stainless-Steel Bangle Bracelet Watch

• Precise Swiss-Quartz movement
• Scratch resistant sapphire crystal
• Stainless-steel case; Pearlized-blue dial

Product Description

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Beautiful in dreamy blue and gleaming stainless steel, this dress watch from Movado's Kara series is a work of art. It features a light blue Museum dial with Dauphine hands and single concave dot marker at the 12 o'clock position. This is Movado's signature dial, made famous by American designer Nathan George Horwitt in 1947. Horwitt intended his design to be evocative of a sun dial, with the dot representing the sun at high noon. The dial is framed by a round steel bezel. Graceful curved lugs secure the case to a slender bangle bracelet that fastens with a jewelry clasp. Other notable features of this watch include precise Swiss quartz movement and a highly scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Water-resistant to 30 meters, this watch can withstand splashes and brief immersion in water; however, it is not sufficiently resistant for swimming.

About Movado
Movado, one of the most celebrated watch brands in the world, traces its origins to the small village of La Chaux-de-faunds, Switzerland where, in 1881, a young watchmaker named Achille Ditesheim hired six assistants and opened a small workshop. He called his company Movado, a word which means, roughly, "always in motion." The company grew and prospered, evolving from a small pocketwatch manufacturer into a leading innovator and designer of precision wristwatches. Throughout its history, Movado has maintained its place at the pinnacle of innovation and excellence in design, craftsmanship and technology. Movado watches are crafted by highly-skilled watchmakers to meet the exacting standards of Swiss time technology. They are accurate to within seconds a year. All Movado watches are sealed and protected against water, moisture and dust, and individually tested to meet strict international standards of quality. A long-time dedicated supporter of the arts, Movado has, itself, been the recipient of over 200 international awards. Movado watches can now be found in the permanent collections of over 20 museums worldwide.

The Movado Story

The art of Movado is the art of design. Since its founding in 1881 by 19-year old entrepreneur Achille Ditesheim in the village of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, Movado has achieved a legacy of design innovation, earning more than 100 patents and 200 international awards for artistry and innovation in watch design and time technology.

Movado, meaning "always in motion" in the international language of Esperanto, is the hallmark of some of the most famous timepieces ever created: the 1912 Polyplan, its revolutionary, patented movement constructed on three planes to fit a case curved to follow the wrist…the WWI Soldier’s Watch with its elegant, protective grill…the 1927 Ermeto, a capsule-shaped pocket watch wound by the sliding motion of its case…the innovative 1950’s Kingmatic series of rotor-driven automatics…the Movado Artist’s Series by luminaries of the fine art world…and the Movado Museum® Watch with its legendary dial.

Defined by a single dot at 12 representing the sun at high noon, the Museum Watch dial is regarded as an icon of Modernism. It was designed by Bauhaus-influenced artist Nathan George Horwitt in 1947. When Horwitt’s dial was selected for the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York, in 1960, it was the first watch dial ever awarded this distinction. The name "Museum Watch" derives from this recognition. Today, Movado watches are in prominent museums worldwide, and this legendary dial distinguishes an entire collection of singular timepieces.

The Movado Boutiques extend the Movado brand philosophy of design innovation beyond watches to a range of products for modern living. Exclusive offerings include the proprietary and patented 114-facet Movado Diamond™ jewelry collection, Movado’s own modern 18K gold, diamond, sterling silver and gemstone jewelry, signature pens and personal accessories, Movado clocks and fine Swiss watches. Selections are highlighted in our seasonal catalogs. There are currently more than 25 upscale Movado Boutique stores in major markets across the United States.

Excellence in design. A dedication to Swiss craftsmanship. The quest for technological innovation. The Movado philosophy remains as valid as it was in 1881. Swiss made and water resistant, all Movado watches are distinguished by a legacy of design innovation and dedication to the future of time. Discover the complete collection today.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0007RTC6E
• Item model number: 605283
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,412 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful watch, excellent gift for one's girlfriend, fiancee or wife, October 4, 2005

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John C. Wu (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Movado Women's 605283 Kara Stainless-Steel Bangle Bracelet Watch (Watch)

This is a beautiful watch and definitely a classy gift for a special someone.

I chose to by this for my girlfriend on her birthday. Yes, it's a little on the pricy side, but the quality is definitely worth it. Movado is known as a maker of fine jewelry and watches. The quality will not go unnoticed.

What I particularly liked about the watch was its simple yet elegant design. When compared to other budget watches made by Guess or Fossil, the difference is quite obvious. This watch feels like it could be worn for a lifetime. It's definitely a gift to be remembered.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love my Movado!, October 25, 2005

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Chatty Kathy (Tennessee) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Movado Women's 605283 Kara Stainless-Steel Bangle Bracelet Watch (Watch)

I have worn this watch daily for two years and it has never stopped nor lost time.

I have forgotten to remove the watch before bathing and it still came out ticking...

It's affordable, good looking and long-lasting..

I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dependable, durable timepiece.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Movado is the Best!, July 27, 2007

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Neetz (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

I got this watch last Christmas and it is absolutely beautiful! The signature Movado face is so classic, the light blue dial makes it unique. The bracelet band makes this the most comfortable watch I've ever worn.