Straton Watch Co Synchro Column Wheel Chronograph Limited 200 Pieces 44mm

The Straton Watch Co. Syncro is a combination of two styles working in unity hence the chosen model name. These two styles consist of automotive (general appeal, chronograph, checkered racing bezel) and diving (20ATM water resistance, block minute dive bezel). What’s important to me is the ability to offer a watch with various options, covering the market in terms of size and budget which is why the Straton Watch Co. Syncro comes with two different case size options, 40mm and 44mm appealing to both smaller and larger wrist sizes.Secondly, the watch is available with two movement choices, a Seiko VK64 meca-quartz and a Seiko NE88 column wheel automatic movement. Furthermore, there are two domed sapphire crystal bezel designs, the choice of having a watch with or without date, and various strap options. All these options are available with any of the two movement choices and in either case size.

Aesthetically, my intention was for the Straton Watch Co. Syncro to speak to those who find specific ’70s chronographs appealing such as the Breitling Datora 2031, Yema Rallye Chrono, or Heuer Autavia 1163, to name a few, all of which the Syncro draws influence from. These watches are iconic to say the least, and with the Syncro’s non-round sub-dial shape and dial layout it’s easy to see the resemblance to these watches without being a direct copy of any one watch – a fusion of multiple designs, creating its own identity. With that in mind, the Straton Watch Co. Syncro intends to be a daily wearable alternative to those looking to preserve their prized collectables or those looking for a watch which can pull off that authentic ’70s look but with a modern touch.

In regards to the movement choices for the Straton Watch Co. Syncro, the NE-88 is Seiko’s flagship automatic chronograph movement. It runs at a high frequency of 28,000 beats per hour and has a vertical clutch that eliminates the “jumping second hand” at the start of a chronograph measurement. The column wheel is an advanced feature that coordinates the chronograph functions in a way that ensures smooth operation and less stress for other components. The power reserve is more than 45 hours, and the movement houses no fewer than 34 jewels. It is a formidable opponent to any comparable Swiss Made chronograph movement.

The NE88 Automatic version of the Straton Watch Co. Syncro is limited to a first production run of just 200 pieces and long Sold Out!