Seiko Ananta Automatic Chronograph Diver’s Watch and Sportura Alarm Chronograph

Specifications

Automatic Chronograph Diver’s – SEIKO 130th Anniversary Commemorative Edition
Ref. SRQ013
Caliber 8R39
Automatic with manual winding capability
Hour, minute and small second hands
Date calendar
Chronograph hour, 30-minute and second counter
Chronograph measurement up to 12 hours
28,800 vibrations per hour
34 jewels
Power reserve: 45 hours
Movement diameter: 28.6 mm, thickness: 7.5 mm
Case: Stainless steel with black and rose-tone gold hard coating
44.0 mm in diameter
Band: Stainless steel with black hard coating
Buckle: Adjustable three-fold clasp with secure lock and push button release
Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Water resistance: 200 meters
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Limited edition of 700 pieces

At a much lower price point, The Sportura Alarm Chronograph represents Seiko’s high function, high value, quartz expertise. Here, Seiko’s years of experience are reflected in fine details. The long, curved lugs wrap round the wrist to deliver a comfortable fit. The cone-shaped chronograph buttons offer a wide surface area to ensure precise operation. Thanks to an angled dial edge, the hands and markers align perfectly. The chronograph minute hand has a ‘pointer’ shape to ensure that the correct number is easily read.

Beyond the functionality, the Sportura Alarm Chronograph offers strong design, again enhanced by subtle details. For example, the 2, 4, 8 and 10 numerals are silver, while the 1, 5, 7 and 11 are pure white. This helps the hands contrast with the numbers and distinguishes numbers from one another, making the time easier to read. The cone-shaped chronograph pushers are functional and they add design flair. This is a handsome watch.

Seiko also recently entered into a three year partnership with FC Barcelona, the most successful team in football. In 2008/2009 the Club won all six competitions it entered, including the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup, becoming the first team in history to achieve this. Seiko will use this partnership to promote Sportura around the world.