Seiko

Seiko Men's SKA189 Kinetic Watch

• Quality Japanese Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Hardlex crystal
• TiCN-plated-stainless-steel case; Black dial; Date function
• Water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

This handsome, silver- and black-toned stainless steel kinetic watch is powered by the natural movements of your wrist, so you’ll never need to change a battery. It has a six-month power reserve capacitor, so that even if you leave it on the shelf for a few months, it will continue to keep time accurately. A power reserve indicator shows how much reserve power is left. When the reserve drops to less than 24 hours, the second hand will warn you by shifting to two-second increments. This particular watch has a black dial with silver-toned hands and markers. It features a Roman numeral at twelve o’clock and a date window at three o’clock. The dial is set in a stainless steel bezel with a lustrous black satin finish. This finish is achieved through the use of TiCN plating, a plating process that uses a titanium, carbon and nitride compound to create fabulous finishes in shades of black and gray. The black satin TiCN finish is repeated in narrow lines that accent the stainless steel bracelet-style band. The band fastens securely with a push-button release clasp. Other features include a curved Hardlex crystal and a screw-down caseback. Water-tested to 100 meters, this watch is suitable for both swimming and snorkeling.

Kinetic: A powerhouse in technological innovation

Like mechanical and quartz, Kinetic is a platform. Over the past 20 years, SEIKO has created on this platform a suite of Kinetic movements, each bringing unique features to the consumer.

It was at the 1986 Basel Fair that SEIKO unveiled its first Kinetic prototype. Introduced under the trial name of 'AGM', it was the first watch in the world to convert kinetic movement into electrical energy. It was the first step in a development that, 20 years later, has made Kinetic synonymous with environmental friendliness, high performance and long-lasting convenience to a generation of users worldwide. From the launch in 1988 of the first commercially available watch (then under the new name AGS) until today, over eight million Kinetic watches have been sold (as of 2007).

In 1998, Kinetic Auto Relay was released, extending the 'at-rest' operating period of the watch to a remarkable 4 years. 1999 saw the launch of the Ultimate Kinetic Chronograph, a masterpiece which fused the very best of SEIKO's mechanical and electronic watch making skills, and in 2003 another Kinetic Chronograph was launched. At Baselworld 2005, the Kinetic Perpetual made its first appearance, combining Kinetic convenience and longevity with a perpetual calendar, correct to the year 2100. In 2007, SEIKO's emotional technology Kinetic Direct Drive is introduced.

Product Description

Case: Stainless steel case, Attachment: TiCN Plated Bracelet Rated: 100 Meters (330Ft.) Crystal: Hardlex Crystal Movement: Kinetic Quartz Movement

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00068TJJY
• Item model number: SKA189
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,266 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great looks and function, March 19, 2005

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Steven S. Jacobs (Walnut Creek, CA) - See all my reviews
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I actually bought this watch on Ebay for about the same price as it's currently being offered here on Amazon. I've had the watch for about 9 months.

It's great in every way. Looks real smart -- hasn't tarnished or lost its finish. I frequently find scratches on the crystal of watches I've owned, and this one is still pristine. The time keeping function is perfectly accurate. And the kinetic piece also works perfectly.

I was a bit nervous buying a watch that I hadn't actually held in my hand, but am very very happy with this watch. The only problem buying it online is that I had to spend another $5 to have some links taken out of the bracelet.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it, October 11, 2011

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Johannes Sutedja (Simi Valley, CA) - See all my reviews
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I have worn different kind of watches, this is one of a few that I really like.
Very reasonable price for such a good looking and good quality watch.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Deal, May 6, 2006

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Lance Jacobs (California) - See all my reviews
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I saw this watch at a local jewelry store, and thought about buying it. The only problem was the price. Then I looked here. Amazon.com offered the watch at less than half the price! When it arrived, it was in great condition. It keeps time perfectly, never needs a battery change, and looks great (I've had several compliments on it). I love it. I'll definately look at Seiko next time I need a watch--but, judging by the quality of this one, that could be a while. :)