Astrolabe Watch
Product Description
Astrolabe Watch
- Astrolabe reproduction timepiece
- Dual time zone watch function - 12 hr. and 24 hr. formats
- 44mm dia. watch case with date function
- 3 ATM water resistance and silicone rubber straps
The AstroLabe Watch combines a reproduction Astrolabe dial with 24 Hour / dual time zones and date functions. This unique and distinctive timepiece will appeal to any person with an interest in history, science or astronomy. An ancient instrument used to show the positions of the Sun and Stars, an Astrolabe is a map of the heavens and an ingenious computer used to solve astronomical questions. The Astrolabe is one of the oldest scientific instruments in the world - The principles behind the Astrolabe were discovered before the second century BC and in common use by the seventh century (the Astrolabe on the watch dial and bezel is a novelty and not usable for navigation). The watch has a 44mm dia. case with rotating Astrolabe bezel. Matte Silver bezel with polished case. Rubber strap, in blue, with stainless steel buckle. 3 ATM water resistant. 4-hand movement. The 4th hand is independent and rotates once every 24-hours - a true second time zone.
