Seiko Men's Coutura Kinetic Perpetual Watch #SNP007

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Product Features

• Quality Japanese Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Strong scratch resistant sapphire crystal
• Case diameter: 44.4 mm
• Stainless-steel case; Black dial; Date-month functions
• Water resistant up to 330 feet (100 M)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Dress to impress with Seiko's Kinetic Coutura watch. This chic, masculine timepiece features a stainless steel case, stainless steel bezel with subtle gear detailing, and a stainless steel link bracelet that secures to the wrist with a fold-over pushbutton clasp. A strong sapphire crystal protects the black watch dial, which features stainless steel hour indexes, subtle minute indexes, and green-and-silver-tone hands. A stylish month sub-dial rests at six o'clock, an eye-catching date calendar sits below 12 o'clock, and another sub-dial between three and four o'clock marks the 24-hour clock. This impressive timepiece is powered by kinetic movement, and is water resistant to 330 feet.

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.

About Seiko

From Humble beginnings, Kintaro Hattori’s Vision for Seiko has become reality. A consuming passion for excellence - imprinted in our Corporate DNA passed from generation to generation. Seiko, for 125 years committed to the art and science of time.

A culture of innovation connects a 19th century Tokyo clock shop with 20th century advances in timekeeping to an extraordinary 21st century "quiet revolution." Continually driven by dedication and passion, established a multitude of world’s first technologies… transforming the principles of timekeeping.

The first quartz wristwatch – changed the history of time.

The first Kinetic – marked a new era in quartz watch technology.

In 1969, Seiko Astron, the first quartz wristwatch - was introduced.

In an instant, Seiko exponentially improved the accuracy of wristwatches –And Seiko technology firmly established today’s standard in Olympic and sports timing.

1984, another celebrated first – Kinetic Technology – powered by body movement.

Kinetic – a quartz mechanism with unparalleled accuracy –the driving force behind more world’s firsts.

Kinetic Chronograph – the next generation of high performance timekeeping.

Kinetic Auto Relay – automatically resets to the correct time.

Kinetic Perpetual - combining the date perfect technology of perpetual calendar with the genius of Kinetic Auto Relay.

And now Kinetic Direct Drive – move, and the watch is powered automatically. Or hand wind it and see the power you are generating in real time.

In the realm of fine watches, time is measured by Seiko innovation – A heritage of dedication to the art and science of time.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• 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.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000BDDF30
• Item model number: SNP007
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,156 in Watches (See Bestsellers in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I really like this watch a lot, February 2, 2007

By	stark - See all my reviews

I've got a few watches - all of them more expensive than this one and from well-respected watch makers. But this watch is my favorite. It looks good. It's accurate. The power save feature is really cool (I love the way the hands spin around to catch up when you shake it because its gone to sleep after 24 hours - very hip). But there is one thing that I REALLY love about this watch and that is that the date requires no resetting until the year 2100 (after that its just a simple change, though I'm guessing I won't be around to make the adjustment). I really wonder how many people think to reset the date on their watch when the first of the month rolls around - if you don't the date will become wrong pretty quickly since not all months have 31 days. So, if you're like me, the date on a watch is useless most of the time because the only time I think about it is now and then when I want to confirm the date and, when I do that, I realize that the date may be wrong so I have to do some mental calculation to figure out the date, etc. etc. I mean, if I can figure out the date on my own, what's the point of having it on the watch? So I absolutely love that this watch automatically adjusts for leap years, months with 28, 29, 30, 31 days, AM/PM, etc. ensuring that the date is always correct.
I've never liked a watch so much. I wear it just about all the time. It's great!

27 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality, Looks, Value. A winning combo., October 20, 2006

By	Mark Spicer "Original Kings Fan" (Nor Cal) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I don't believe anyone 'needs' a $400 watch let alone a $4,000 watch. To that end Seiko delivers the quality and looks (always a matter of personal preference) of a much more expensive watch on what some would consider a budget price.

If you're not buying a watch for the name (tag, rolex, breitling, concord, omega, etc) you'll be thrilled with this excellent timepiece. If you're one who feels like you need to justify the fact that it's "Just" a Seiko, you'll want to save up 3-4X the money and get a watch that's likely not as nice looking or accurate, with fewer features, but which does have a fancier name attached.

I personally have 7 watches of varying brands and grades of quality. This is my 3rd and favorite Seiko. I've yet to go into a store and see a watch I like better than this one.

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Watch...Great Value, September 3, 2006

By	Mitchell J. Slater "Amazon Fan" (FL, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I needed a new watch because my Rolex would run, but date set function no longer worked. After some research, ordered this watch from Amazon. Best price I was able to find online and prompt delivery to boot. I could buy 2 of these Seikos for what it would cost to fix my Rolex.

The watch is exceptional. I've had it now for 3 weeks and it has kept accurate time...to the second! My Rolex was lucky to be within 15 seconds after 4 or 5 days. I often leave the watch unworn for a day or two at a time and the "sleep" function works perfectly.

If you're considering this watch, buy it! It is handsome and very accurate. A great value!