Let’s keep the solar-powered train running, shall we? Last week, we brought you offerings from Diesel and Skagen, and today, well, we’ve got a whole new offering from Skagen that has all manner of eco-friendly things going on. Time to get familiar with the Skagen Samsø.
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First off, what’s up with that name? Well, it turns out, Samsø is an island off of Denmark, in a region known as Kattegat (familiar to us Vikings fans, no? We’re not saying they’re the same, but it’s a cool little detail in the names of things). That particular island has been all about green energy and self-sufficiency. How does that translate to the watch?
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Well, for one, Skagen Samsø has that solar-powered movement, which is something we think all watch collectors should have one of. For the case, you’ve got #tide ocean plastic being put to use, which many brands have been taking advantage of. For the strap, though, they’re NOT using #tide. Instead, they’re using rPET, which is made 100% of recycled plastics. And that crystal? It’s got a material that’s 45% castor oil-based, which is a material – and a claim – we’ve not seen on watch crystals yet. Time will tell how they hold up to daily life, but it’s a great step, we think.
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All the earth-friendly aspects aside, the Skagen Samsø looks like it’s ready for summer, especially with that woven strap that will shrug off water (or sweat), and a movement that will more than happy to be out in the sun. If you want to pick one up, they’re available now for $165 directly from skagen.com
Tech Specs from Skagen
- Case Size: 37MM
- Movement: Solar-Powered Three Hand, Power Reserve: 6 month battery power from full charge
- Platform: GRENEN SAMSØ SERIES
- Strap Material: 100% rPET
- Strap Color: Black, Blue
- Case Water Resistance: 3 ATM
- Case Material: #tide ocean material®
- Case Color: Black
- Dial Color: Blue
- Strap Width: 18MM
- Closure: Single Prong Strap Buckle
- Strap Inner Circumference: 190+/- 5MM
- Crystal Type: Nylon with 45% Bio-based Raw Materials
- Battery Type: MT621
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