WatchDog21 3,345 Posted February 7, 2016 I acquired this on my recent cruise over in Grand Cayman. I have to believe that taking these pictures was the most challenging for me and for what ever reason I have no idea. Between windy conditions, dust, lighting and even more dust this Astron really kicked me in the... well you know where. Anyway here are the specs: Part Number SSE033 Dial window material type Anti reflective sapphire Display Type Analog Clasp Deployment Buckle Case material Stainless steel Case diameter 44 Case Thickness 15 Band Material Stainless steel Band Color Silver Dial color Black Bezel function GPS Calendar Date Special features Chronograph, GPS, Tachometer Movement Automatic self wind Water resistant depth 100 Meters Now as I look at the specs it tells me that the dial is BLACK. This is what made the pictures a bit challenging. In certain light conditions you will swear it is a deep brown and in other conditions it is black. You be the judge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenjaminButton 149 Posted February 7, 2016 Superb photography. Last two macro shots are brilliant! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted February 7, 2016 Gorgeous!! Is the word 'Astron' raised off the dial? I can swear I see shadowing in the pics. Either way, nice detailing and finishing on this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,428 Posted February 7, 2016 what a beauty pal it looks as though there is no crystal so much depth in the dial too very nice very nice indeed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted February 7, 2016 WOW, fantastic pictures That Astronaut is stunning. I see what you mean about the dial color. Hearty CONGRATS on the purchase Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted February 7, 2016 Gorgeous!! Is the word 'Astron' raised off the dial? I can swear I see shadowing in the pics. Either way, nice detailing and finishing on this one. I swear that this dial can mess with your eyesight. Black / Brown, Raised vs Not. I am sitting here looking at it under a magnifying glass and still not 100% sure. I will leave it at this. It definitely has a raised appearance. This may be just the thickness of the application of the lettering; not raised to the degree of the "Seiko" which absolutely is but not plain old flat lettering. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnPilot 1 Posted February 7, 2016 A fantastic watch. Just had a look at Seikos website. A+ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted February 7, 2016 Superb photography. Last two macro shots are brilliant! Thanks much! Somehow I was still not completely happy with my results, maybe it was the St Bernadus that I started to sip on at the end of the photo shoot. WOW, fantastic pictures That Astronaut is stunning. I see what you mean about the dial color. Hearty CONGRATS on the purchase Thanks E, I began to question my eyesight on the whole color thing. Now that I have a better grasp on it I think its kinda cool! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted February 7, 2016 Really beautiful mate and super pics! This pic in particular: Wear in good health buddy! Would be a shame not to say 'Hi' . . . :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted February 7, 2016 wow! superb Ive yet to own one but have come very close. Enjoy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted February 7, 2016 wow! superb Ive yet to own one but have come very close. Enjoy I wouldn't want to put you off, H they are superb, but maybe a big for you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted February 7, 2016 GPS ? Nice watch. Thanks! GPS... Yes! Its entertaining to watch it do its thing. Gaz post a video of his here: http://www.youtube.c...d&v=TaiqwMpcxME Essentially with the push of 1 button it will set the time and date anywhere you may be! Note: Love the music Gaz used in his video, relaxing! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MetalMickey 179 Posted February 7, 2016 The depth in the dial, and the layers are just stunning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted February 7, 2016 GPS ? Nice watch. Thanks! GPS... Yes! Its entertaining to watch it do its thing. Gaz post a video of his here: http://www.youtube.c...d&v=TaiqwMpcxME Essentially with the push of 1 button it will set the time and date anywhere you may be! Note: Love the music Gaz used in his video, relaxing! The music is 'Canon' by Pachelbel, a truly legendary piece of classical music: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,497 Posted February 7, 2016 Congrats - what a beauty! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N.Rico 1 Posted February 7, 2016 VERY NICE ! Enjoy it in very good health Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted February 7, 2016 The depth in the dial, and the layers are just stunning. Thanks, appreciate it! Really beautiful mate and super pics! This pic in particular: Wear in good health buddy! Would be a shame not to say 'Hi' . . . :P Thank you Gaz! You gave me a little push over in the Best Pic thread. Congrats - what a beauty! VERY NICE ! Enjoy it in very good health Thanks guys, I really think I could wear this one every day for some time without giving it a second thought, but... I will resist and give all the others some wrist time as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted February 7, 2016 The AR on these is spectacular! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted February 9, 2016 Gorgeous!! Is the word 'Astron' raised off the dial? I can swear I see shadowing in the pics. Either way, nice detailing and finishing on this one. I swear that this dial can mess with your eyesight. Black / Brown, Raised vs Not. I am sitting here looking at it under a magnifying glass and still not 100% sure. I will leave it at this. It definitely has a raised appearance. This may be just the thickness of the application of the lettering; not raised to the degree of the "Seiko" which absolutely is but not plain old flat lettering. I'm blown away by these pics. Spectacular! Well done sir. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
