Even before I really got into watches, Skagen was a brand I knew very early on, as it was the watch I got for myself to wear at my wedding. So, you could say the Danish minimalism has a special place in my mind palace, for sure. They’ve been making moves to be more eco-conscious, and their latest release is a big step in that direction. Meet the Skagen Grenen Solar.
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For the Skagen Grenen Solar, you’ve got two things coming together that make things more eco-friendly. First, you’ve got a stainless steel case made up of at least 50% recycled material (always good to see material gain new life, and steel is great for that). Then, of course, you’ve got a solar-powered movement inside.
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Now, yes, there is an argument to be made that a solar movement is not producing all that much less impact on the environment than a traditional battery-powered quartz movement. To that, I’d offer this example: in my solar-powered G-Shock, which I’ve had close to 15 years, there have been zero battery replacements (due to, you know, being solar powered). So, with typical coin cell batteries lasting 3-5 years, that’s a handful of batteries that aren’t being made, and aren’t ending up in the trash (or the local recycling center, where they should go).
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In other words, it’s steps in the right direction (and if you really want to reduce that toxic waste, find yourself a mechanical movement, with no batteries or power cells), and perfect for someone who wants a watch that just works and works and works. Here, with the Skagen Grenen Solar coming in at 37mm, it will fit a wide variety of wrists. And with five different finishes (and strap/bracelet combinations), there’s enough variety to satisfy many tastes. With it costing just $195, it’s a low-cost introduction to the brand for a watch that can cover a variety of scenarios from casual to dressy, with that lovely minimalistic approach. Check them out over at skagen.com
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Tech Specs from Skagen
- Case Size: 37MM
- Movement: Solar Powered Three Hand
- Platform: GRENEN SOLAR POWERED
- Strap Material: Leather. By purchasing this product, you are supporting Leather Working Group certified tanneries.
- Case Water Resistance: 3 ATM
- Case Material: At Least 50% Recycled Stainless Steel
- Case Color: Silver
- Dial Color: Ocean Blue
- Strap Width: 22MM
- Closure: Single Prong Strap Buckle
- Strap Inner Circumference: 200+/- 5MM
- Battery Type: MT621
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