The Lightwell is driven by a reliable solar-quartz movement from Seiko. A discrete solar panel underneath the dial converts both natural and artificial light into electrical energy, so the watch is constantly charging– even indoors and in cloudy weather.
Lightwell Field Watch - Mark I
We’ve seen watch trends come and go, but one thing has remained a constant for the last fifty years: the 38mm field watch. It’s a hard-wearing totem of sorts, but one that’s about as classic an adventure partner as it gets with three hands, a brushed steel case, and a high-contrast dial.
The Lightwell Field Watch is a modern, reinvention of the iconic field watches of WWII. Powered by a Seiko movement that utilizes natural and artificial light to operate, it’s an easy choice for daily wear.
Japanese Solar Movement
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No Batteries Necessary
Just one minute under the sun provides 24 hours of autonomous time-keeping power. At full charge, the movement can operate for up to 6 months without light.
Unlike conventional quartz watches, this movement does not use a silver oxide battery and will therefore never require a battery replacement.
316L Stainless Steel Case
The case of the Lightwell is a nod to the classic WWII-era field watch: a bold chamfered bezel atop a cylindrical center case with slab sides and tapered lugs that come to a smooth, flat end.
The case is made using surgical grade 316L stainless steel, chosen for its high strength and corrosion-resistance. Measuring 38mm wide, 10.15mm thick and 45mm from lug to lug, the case is compact, well-balanced, and ideal for everyday use.
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100 Meter Water Resistance
We integrated a screwdown crown and caseback to achieve a 10 ATM water resistance rating. Capable of being submerged 100 meters underwater, the Lightwell is tough enough to go surfing, fishing, or snorkelling in the deep end.
Sapphire Crystal + AR Coating
A thick, flat sapphire crystal protects the dial while offering low-maintenance durability. Incredibly scratch-resistant, Sapphire is rated nine out of ten on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond.
We applied several layers of anti-reflective coating to further improve clarity and light transmittance.
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Swiss Luminous Markers
The Lightwell’s beveled dial layout features polished indices along the hour track.
The hands and numeric markings are coated with an eco-friendly Swiss luminescent paint that glows in low-light environments
Quick-Release Spring Bars
Our straps feature quick-release spring bars that make it easy to change straps without the a tool.
Simply pull the lever back to unhinge the pin and you can change the look, feel, and function of the watch in seconds.
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Silicone Rubber Straps
Our adventure-ready, waterproof straps are custom-made using high-tensile silicone rubber. Lightweight, flexible, and extremely resilient, silicone offers the best of both worlds in terms of comfort and durability. The silicone strap comes in a matte black finish with brushed 316L stainless steel hardware.
Italian Vegetable-Tanned Leather Straps
Our straps are made using full grain vegetable-tanned leather that will wear in beautifully over time.
Although chrome-tanned leather is cheaper to and faster produce, we use vegetable-tanned leather because it uses organic tannins instead of toxic chemicals, making it the smarter and healthier choice for both the planet and craftsmen that hand make our straps.
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