Kentex Men's Solar Watch, Maritime Self-Defense Force Solar Pro Minesweeping Group Model S803M-02, Black

Description

Kentex is a Japanese watch brand that designs and manufactures watches based on the concept of "high-quality watches at reasonable prices." Since its founding, Kentex has cultivated its watch exterior technology and design capabilities. We create valuable timepieces that combine functionality and beauty with meticulous attention to detail through Japanese craftsmanship.

The Minesweeping Squadron model from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Solar Pro is here! Equipped with a reliable Japanese-made solar-powered chronograph movement, it eliminates the worry of sudden battery failure and eliminates the need for battery replacement. It boasts 200M water resistance in compliance with the ISO 6425 diver's watch standard and a day-date calendar that reflects the real-life experiences of seafarers who "lose track of the day of the week when sailing." In addition to a unidirectional rotating diver's bezel, the inner rotating bezel features a compass, allowing you to determine the time and direction from the sun's position, even on the vast ocean without landmarks.

■About the Minesweeping Squadron: The Minesweeping Squadron's primary missions are mine warfare and amphibious warfare. Previously, the watch was responsible for mine warfare, ensuring the safety of maritime traffic from the approximately 65,700 mines remaining in Japan's coastal waters after the war. However, in response to the changing international situation surrounding Japan, in August 2013, it also assumed responsibility for amphibious warfare. In 1950, at the request of the Allied forces, it was deployed to remove mines laid during the Korean War. In 1991, it was deployed overseas as the Self-Defense Force's first international contribution, to clear mines in the Persian Gulf after the Gulf War.

■Features■ - The Japanese flag and the official "JMSDF" logo, representing the Maritime Self-Defense Force, are featured at the 12 o'clock position. - The three-headed dragon featured on the minesweeping squadron's emblem is featured at the 9 o'clock position, creating a proud design befitting the Self-Defense Forces' only watch registered with the Ministry of Defense Mutual Aid Association in Japan. - The movement features a reliable Japanese-made solar-powered three-hand day-date system and can operate for up to six months on a full charge. (J-SOLAR) It provides ample power for the demanding missions of the day and night, eliminating the worry of sudden battery failure during a mission. It also features a day-date calendar that reflects the real-life experiences of JMSDF members who lose track of the days of the week while at sea.

- The case is made of rust-resistant SUS316L stainless steel, the same material used for medical scalpels, and features a black IP finish.

- The bezel is a diver's bezel with anti-reverse rotation. The crowns are positioned at 2 and 4 o'clock to reduce strain on the wrist.

- Water resistance is 200 meters, meeting the ISO 6425 diver's standard. The screw-down crown ensures water resistance even during diving missions.

- The dial is made of a special plastic with high light transmittance, allowing the watch to be charged indoors or outdoors, as well as in sunlight. The matte navy dial features highly visible dot indexes, with the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions featuring an index design reminiscent of the Japan Self-Defense Forces' rank insignia.

- The indexes and hands are Super-Luminous (strongly luminous), providing excellent visibility at night. - The outer edge of the dial features an internal rotating compass that can be operated using the crown at 2 o'clock, allowing you to determine your direction from the position of the sun and the time, even on the open sea. - The long rubber strap is water-resistant and stain-resistant, designed to be worn over a wetsuit during underwater missions. - The case back is engraved with the words "Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force" and the emblem of the Amphibious Warfare and Mine Warfare Tactical Support Unit (commonly known as the Amphibious Tactical Unit), which was newly formed in 2020 and belongs to the Minesweeping Group. Comes in a special box Made in Japan for peace of mind and reliability Case width: 42.5mm Wrist size: 150-215mm Water resistance: 200M Solar powered, 6-month battery life (when fully charged)