Coutura Watch for Men - Coutura Collection - Radio Sync Solar Chronograph

I’ve waited 6 months to write a review on this watch to see how I like it. It’s absolutely fantastic in its looks and functionality. I was a little skeptical after reading some of the reviews. The biggest complaint was that it requires manually adjusting the watch for daylight savings times. This is true but it’s absolutely a no brainer! Just push and hold the B button and then scroll between the A and B buttons to move the time forward or back an hour. All you have to do is remember this one thing after it’s all set up. I actually look forward to traveling to different time zones or daylight savings time….so I can push the B button and watch the the hour hand move forward or backward. In a digital age it’s cool to see something work mechanically. Now the bad, the watch is fairly complicated to understand all the adjustments and settings. Setting the small 24hr dial is difficult and you can’t even see it anyway. It really has little function except it looks nice. I never use it and will not waste anytime trying to set it again. The directions for setting this watch are complicated so I made my own simplified version. Then I spent a lot of time going through all the settings and learning how to set it. 6 months later I would have to go back and look to change anything The cool thing is I will never have to! The date is updated automatically….a first for me, every watch I’ve owned I have to manually change the date. It connects to the atomic clock about 2-3 times a week and I never take it off. Don’t mess around trying to set it up to get a signal. It’s super accurate, mirroring the time on my cell phone. In conclusion. This watch has stunning looks, very functional with a day of the week and date that are easily visible and update automatically. Easily adjusted for daylight savings and super accurate. Also very affordable compared to GPS watches. You could spend more money but you would have a hard time getting a better watch. Buy it and you will never regret it. My review is a 4.8 out of 5. Only negative is the 24hr dial. It’s hard to set and see to use, really just for looks.

This is just flat-out a gorgeous watch. It has a dress appearance and is best used as a dress watch, although I am sure some people use it for everyday wear. It has a black face with all gold hands and markings, and then a mixture of gold and silver for both the case and the band. The method of coloring on the case and band make it so that the watch will look either more gold or more silver, depending on which angle you are viewing from. If you look carefully at the out ring of the black face, you will see concentric trace markings which add an elegance to the watch but are probably also part of the antenna system the watch uses to keep time. Yes, that's right, this particular model, once you set it up, connects with the nearest official time broadcast and keeps itself adjusted to that signal, the reason why this particular model is more expensive than other Coutura watches which look almost identical but do not have this radio function. And, yes, hooray, that same timing function keeps the date accurate month-to-month as well! The watch has a nice heft to it, but its bracelet is comfortable due to the use of soft curves, and this makes the weight less of an issue. It has one of traditional Seiko clasp functions where you squeeze the outside of the band to unlock the bracelet, and then a double-fold mechanism angles out, allowing you to remove the watch while reducing the possibility of dropping it since the band always stays connected (great design). The stem is a screw-down type so that you unscrew it first before engaging it, and then screw it back down when you are done making adjustments. This is a beautiful watch that really does seem worth more than you pay for it, and it has an elegance that is squarely in the mid-range Seiko line-up. It's terrific. But I would be remiss if I did not mention that this is a complicated watch to set up when you first receive it. There are four case buttons plus the stem that you must use in a very specific order to set the time zone, then ensure you are picking up the radio signal from your area, and making minute first adjustments. It's not impossible, but it's not for those in a hurry, either. You have to take your time to read the instructions very carefully and follow the procedures exactly as stated, or you won't get the watch into its initial state. And it really is a bit complicated: you basically end up using all the controls to do different things, need to set the watch next to a window for 12 minutes at a certain point in the sequence (I'm not joking), and then make sure you press the correct buttons in the correct sequence. I must say it took me about 30 minutes of studying the instructions and then about 30 minutes to actually follow all the procedures, a couple of which I had to re-do because I had done them incorrectly. But the ultimate payoff after that is that the watch keeps time by itself from that time on, and all you have to do is ensure it gets some light now and then (the battery is solar-powered, but has a very long cycle to it and can be charged even with indoor light). I wouldn't let the complications at the beginning make you hesitant to purchase it, but just be aware that you need to do the startup procedures at the beginning. A truly beautiful watch, it's one that you will want to try to take care of because you'll want to keep it for a long time. Five stars.

This is a very stunning watch to look at. In the sunlight, the colors just jump out at you. The watch is quite simple to use. Setting it is very easy to do, and it remains 100% accurate because it gets updated every day by the atomic station in your region of the world (it's Boulder, Colo for me). The fact that it's solar means you never have to worry about replacing the battery. For those reviewers who have complained that the watch does not have a feature that adjusts for daylight savings time, I say: How lazy can you get? During daylight savings time you simply set the watch to the time zone ahead of you and you're good to go (example: LAX to DEN). Then, months later, when you go back to standard time, you simply switch the watch back to your normal time zone. It's very simple, and can be done in a matter of seconds. All in all, this is an amazing, gorgeous, and accurate watch. And, if you're on the fence about buying it, I say: Get it! You won't regret it! Update: I love this watch so much that I ended up buying its sister watch, the SSG019, as well. SSG019 arrived with the day incorrectly positioned (one day off). Misalignments require a person to go through a "preliminary positions" procedure that is set out in the online manual for these watches (download it from Seiko's website). The procedure for setting the "preliminary positions" (pgs. 42-43 of the manual) is a bit tricky and required me to go through multiple attempts, but I finally got it, and the watch is now perfectly aligned. I can see where some people would find the procedure too complicated, and would end up returning the watch, but to me, it was worth the effort. I love the beauty, accuracy, and quality of these watches!

First, would I buy it again after having tested and used it? Absolutely, although it is not perfect. Look, sturdiness, technical pluses are great. My complaint is how difficult it is synchronizing the whole thing and put it to work properly by reading the 4 or 5 little pages of instructions with diagrams and images that come in the box. Almost immediately you conclude that if that is the only source of info you use, you are lost in the jungle forever. Fortunately, you can go online and download a PDF document covering more complete information. Does it solve the difficulty? No, it is the start of a new one. Synchronizing your city and country with the watch is what really turns somehow complicated. Thanks God I live in America, in sunny Florida and I know my time zone is the same as NYC. Does it solve the problem? Noooo. First, there is a little word, and I mean litleeeeee, reading WWVB, which is assumed to correspond to the US transmitting station in Colorado., However, on the thin rim around the watch face, among the name of cities all over the world, you can read NYC. Bingo, you think, in live in Florida, therefore that is my time zone! But wait, should the "second hand" point at NYC on the rim or to WWVB on the face plate? I have tried both and none matches the right time. I live within the range of transmitter, but I have tried everything and the signal is not detected. I was at the backyard as a zombie in the wee hours hoping to catch something, but the only thing I could catch was a cold. I am an optimistic and I am sure that in the next 5 months I will manage to set the watch properly. Still, I always have a 1 or 2 minutes difference from the right time.

The SEIKO SSG010 Watch for Men - Coutura Collection - Radio Sync Solar Chronograph, Two-Tone Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet, Black Dial with Lumibrite Hands & Markers, with the Day and Date Calendar is definitely a wonderful watch. It is rich looking, which numerous of people have commented on the watch in just the short time that I have had it. I have always been a SEIKO watch guy; the SEIKO watch has always held up for many years. But after almost 20 years my previous Solar SEIKO watch finally gave up and as I reviewed the different SEIKO Watches to see which one would be the best for me; I finally choose the SEIKO SSG010 Watch for Men - Coutura Collection - Radio Sync Solar Chronograph, Two-Tone Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet, Black Dial with Lumibrite Hands & Markers, with the Day and Date Calendar. After I received the watch I downloaded the PDF Manual and studied it, as well as review the different areas couple times, I placed bookmarks in the PDF, so I can look up any piece of information to remind me how the function works. The greatest part is that it has the Radio Sync GPS so once that is setup it automatically changes the time and date automatically with exception of the leap year; that I think has to be manually adjusted, but we will wait and see what happens. I especially like this model and even especially since it has the Stainless-Steel Band with a touch of gold, as well as the watch hands; along with different face colors, which helps to see the days of the week. I received this watch in just a couple of days from AMAZON. Prior the delivery my wrist felt naked; that is how much I depend upon my watch. Joseph Snook By AMAZON, a/k/a as JDSnook

First, I rarely publicly review purchases and I'm offering this only after owning it for 6 weeks. The reason I chose to take the time to do this is because this watch hits a homerun for me..."Your experience may differ." Second, for context, I'm a Seiko-kinda-guy. This is probably my 15th-ish of the brand, starting with my first "nice" watch as my wedding present a couple decades ago. I've added a couple Astron GPS' (incl. 2012 1st Edition and 2014 Limited), Premier, Arctura, Kinetic, Recraft, etc. I've sold a few and I'm learning to discipline my purchases...sorta. I'm also a collector of world timers and GMTs (JLC, Nomos, Frederique Constant, IWC, Omega, Ocaeanus, Citizen, etc). I appreciate practicality, beauty and value but I've traveled a lot and have latched onto the convenience and wonder of a unique world timer. What I love about the SSG019 in particular: 1) multi-time zone with cities around the thin-but-legible black bezel that are pretty subtle; 2) gorgeous multi-patterned dial with THE deepest royal blue and silver silver accents. It's absolutely stunning in direct sunlight. Seriously, how this practical (solar!?!) and stunning dial did not get more attention in horological media is beyond belief but hopefully that just keeps prices down; 3) the dial is not overly busy. The day/date/24hr/time zone indicators are just the right amount for efficient travelers. Me, I don't need a chrono or moon phase on a travel watch; 4) speaking of, the asymmetric real estate of the day-of-week indicator is unexpected from Seiko and cool. Screw symmetry--it might be one of my favorite aspects of any watch that I own!; 5) Solar AND Radio Wave--no muss, no fuss! No winding, no time setting, and no need to rebuild every 5-10 years. (In contrast, I'm seriously dreading the cost of overdue service on my JLC Master Geo). 6) The blue flourish on crown is not quite Cartier Ballon Bleu but it's a nice and unexpected touch on a sub-$1k quartz watch. Conversely: 1) I love bracelets and this is better than average for a (non-Grand) Seiko but I wish I had the option of a strap if I'm feeling squirrely; 2) I it's pretty big (44mm x 13mm) and you have to like a medium-weight watch. I get used to my titanium daily-wearers and I really feel the weight of this, which is good for a change, but I don't know if I want to have this on my 7.5" wrist every day; 3) The hands are of great design but the lume sucks. Face it, you're going to look at your phone or Fitbit if it's dark anyway. Bottom line, I think Seiko nailed the design and execution on this one. Why a drop-dead-gorgeous tech-enabled-but-simple solar/radio sync watch like this isn't premium priced is absolutely beyond me. In a parallel marketing universe, this is easily a $4,000-$5,000 watch. Would I want it as my one and only? Quite possibly, but I like variety too much. I can, however, definitely see this as a 1-of-3 or "desert island" watch due to the practicality, beauty and affordability.

Looks fantastic. But, man, those features! It's a LOT of watch for the money and perfect for those who like to travel, or those who just like gadgetry. Super high geek factor on this one. Solar Powered - awesome. Radio Sync (to the atomic clock, no less) - mind expanding. Easy indexing to all the time zones around the world - super cool. Day/Date - indispensable. Definitely read the manual on this superlative timepiece to get the most from it. If you live in a country with access to an atomic clock signal (US/UK/Large swaths of the EU/China/Japan) this feature is a must have for your watch collection. It auto-syncs or manually syncs to the atomic clock. You can check signal strength or confirm if the last connection was successful. If you keep the watch level and pointing in the correct orientation it will connect every night. Without a connection your accuracy is +/- 15 seconds a month. So if you connect every night you can't ever be off by more than 1/2 a second. That is awesome sauce poured on top of a very tasty looking watch. The intense blue of the dial is very eye catching. The hour minute and second are easily read as is the day and date. The 24 hour subdial is a bit cramped, but you get used to it quickly once you remember each quadrant is 6 hours rather than 3. I like to keep my subdials set for wherever I intend my next destination to be, but you could use it just to keep military time locally. The bracelet style band is easy to adjust with the proper tools, the clasp is very secure and intuitive in operation and the whole is very comfortable. The watch itself has a very good heft, but sits nicely on the wrist all day. I'm really happy I've added this watch to my burgeoning collection. Great styling. Outstanding features. A very cool piece of kit.

The Seiko SSG010 is a very nice looking, quiet, comfortable if somewhat heavy watch. Unfortunately, I did not heed the advice of other reviewers about the difficulty of setting the watch. I printed the thirty some page operating manual and gave the setting a try. No luck. After proper authorization, I returned the Seiko. Unfortunately, the return status does not list the Seiko as returned. Given the excellent experience that I’ve had with Amazon returns, I expect this is a temporary glitch.