October 03, 2022

Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph

The iconic German brand is releasing their first diver’s watch equipped with a chronograph movement. One of diver’s best options for a truly capable watch that can also offer pleasing aesthetics for everyday use, just rose to another level. The new “Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph” powered by an ingenious in-house movement is an admirable timepiece that can purposely suit the wrist for work, routine, or adventures. The 43.2mm case is made of stainless-steel with radially brushed surfaces that contrast with vertical brushed case bands, while polished accents finely crafted throughout the case shine in between. Mounted to the case is a steel unidirectional rotating bezel with a scratch-resistant blue ceramic inlay, inscribed with a 60 minute diver scale and Super-LumiNova coated triangle to mark each dive start time.On the flip-side is a sapphire exhibition case back that allows a view into the inner workings of the mechanical movement. It features a partial gold oscillating weight decorated with the doube-G logo.It comes equipped with two piston-style pushers to operate the chronograph functions. The knurled screw-down crown can set the displays in three positions, which eliminates the need for a date corrector. A pair of short guards also embrace the crown, signaling robust engineering meant to endure impactful activity. The shock-protected exterior has an increased resistance to pressure with ISO 6425 certification. All topped by a domed sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective treatment on both sides. Water-resistance can reach up to 300 meters (984 feet).Time is exhibited on a blue dial with a few alternately shaped hour index markers, and the Arabic numerals for the 6 and 12 o’clock positions. This darker blue hue has a sun brushed finish that permeates all the way out towards where canvas meets bezel.There are two snailed sub-dials that continue the deep blue hue theme. A 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, and a small-seconds at 9 o’clock. The central hands differ with an arrow-tipped minute and sword-shaped hour hand. All these moving parts and other markers get a luminescent treatment, especially prepared to enhance visibility during real deep dives Placed over the hands shift is the steel chronograph hand with the double-G logo as a counterweight. This piece is also held in place by a hollow hexagonal screw that further enhances this watches shock-resistance;There is also a large date window on the lower-half of the dial with white numerals. This overall layout is very effective and well thought out for real-world use. At a glance you can tell time to the second, date, and have an extra feature in action, if need be.

Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph

The “Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph” (References below) is powered by the in-house self-winding mechanical movement, caliber 37-23 with 47 jewels and 28,800 vph. This is a variation of a previous movement that now includes a silicon balance spring, which reduces the impact of magnetic fields and enhances the oscillating rate precision. Power reserve can last up to 70 hours, when fully wound.Mounted on the watch are four distinct options: a black rubber strap, a gray or blue synthetic fabric strap made from recycled ocean plastics, or for an additional price it can be had on a stainless-steel bracelet with a fine-adjustment mechanism. For more up to date information visit the official Glashütte website here.