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Although they may not look alike, these two variations on Seiko’s
Solar Chronograph share a common core with the light-powered and
quartz controlled chronograph mechanisms within. With an ability to
run up to six months without exposure to light, the solar-powered
option not only saves money and potential damage from a botched
battery replacement, it also reduces the potential for pollution in
manufacturing and waste associated with disposable power sources.
Whether you opt for the 43mm retro cushion-shaped case with a
stunning green dial ($350) – or the 44.5mm racy style of the Jimmy
Johnson special edition ($450), you can feel free to swim – your
chronograph with 24 hour (day/night) and date function watch is
water resistant to a solid 10atm. www.longislandwatch.com
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