Specifications : Plastic case Precise Quartz movement Scratch resistant mineral crystal Water resistance Two years limited manufacturer warranty Original Puma Box A new take on its most recent predecessor, the Alpine Challenge, Stuhrling Original brings you a brand new timepiece that redefines the way everyone looks at style and elegance. This watch combines the dressy look of a skeleton watch with the blazing personality of a sport watch. Welcome the Alpine Slalom. Just at first glance you can tell this is a timepiece made to impress, if not with its intricate dial work, then through its sheer size. The Slalom measures in at a very impressive 52mm. Like the other watches in the Alpine Series, this watch features all the signature designs: the scalloped edges on the case, the bulbous crown with rubber ring, and that beautiful domed crystal that gives the Alpine an entirely different level of three-dimensionality. As much as the Slalom is similar to the classic Alpines, this timepiece was designed with features that make it entirely unique in its own right. Rather than the normal Alpine faceplate, the Slalom is outfitted with a skeletonized faceplate instead, which reveals even more of the movement. This mechanical automatic holds nothing back when it comes to aesthetic quality; the Roman numeral markers for 12, 4, ad 8, along with the cigar-style hands have been treated with Luminova for unbelievable luminescence. The Alpine Slalom comes with a beautiful mesh bracelet, stainless steel, flexible, and extremely comfortable in how it conforms to the wrist.Krysterna CrystalsKrysterna is proprietary to Stührling Original and refers to the crystals that are used in its timepieces. Krysterna stems from the eyewear industry and has more strength over a spread surface area than sapphire. Krysterna crystals are more scratch resistant than mineral crystals and more shatter resistant than sapphire crystals.The Alpine Family is part of the Champion Collection, a select group of timepieces designed to fit your personal sense of style. These iconic Stuhrling Original timepieces are unique in that they feature propeller style faceplates and cigar hands. They are sporty, stylish, and an incredibly bold presence on the wrist.Summary of Features• Movement: Manual/Self-Winding Mechanical MovementThe hand-wound mechanical movement is perhaps the most classical of movements. It operates exclusively by the daily (or sometimes more often) winding of the crown to power the mainspring (the “heart” of the movement). Unlike its automatic mechanical counterpart, this type of movement does not feature a rotor. The energy source is the mainspring (a spring coiled into a tight spiral) which is wound manually by the wearer twisting the crown, usually in a clockwise direction. As time progresses, the spring begins to uncoil, releasing the energy needed to activate the various wheels and make the movement tick. Without routine winding of the crown, the hand-wound mechanical movement will eventually lose power. Thus, mechanical hand-wound movements usually require daily winding. A hand-wound movement requires greater care than almost all other types of movements because once the mainspring is fully wound, additional tension may cause it to break.• Complications: Skeletonized 3 Hand Movement with Hours, Minutes and Seconds• Dial: Skeletonized Dial with Skeletonized Propeller Style Face Plate• Hands: Luminous Cigar Style HandsDiagrams of Features With dedication to the heritage of watchmaking, Stührling Original timepieces appeal to the most discriminating taste at reasonable prices. Through meticulous labor and rigorous testing, the vision of the Stührling Original timepiece is brought to life inside our workshops, where “Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of intelligent effort.” Assembling a Stührling Original mechanical automatic movement comprises no less than 30 checkpoints, spread throughout the assembly process. The movement must meet more than 7 criteria, including a mean variation in rate which is the highest standard in its class in the industry. Stührling Original remains committed to its mission of preserving high manufacturing standards on all of their fine timepieces. Each and every model conveys an inimitable story with extraordinary style.
N**8
Love it
This is a beautiful watch with a unique band. I had no problems with receiving the watch from the shipper (it was shipped immediately). I own a lot of unique designed watches, and this is now my favorite. I was skeptical as I had never heard of Stuhrling before, but I couldn't be happier with this watch.
3**3
Wow how Disappointing!
This was my first and only purchase on Amazon to date, I was very excited but hesitant to order anything online without seeing it first. And this is why! Right out of the box this watch did not work =( What a let down! It looks great and has a nice band but look mean nothing if the damn thing doesn't work! I was very carful not to overwind it so its not operator error unless it has some secret "on" button the very vague instructions did not warn me of. Very Disappointed!?........
G**G
how to adjust the band?
i just dont know how adjust the watch Stainless steel band? do i need a tool to do it? love the watch though :)
C**T
Don't Trust the Picture
The reason I purchased this watch is because I thought the wristband was awesome. I thought the concept of a buckle-mesh strap was really interesting so I bite the bullet and purchased this watch. Imagine my disappointment when the wristband looks COMPLETELY different.That's why I knocked off one star. (I'm pretty flexible)I decided to see if I might change my mind about returning it. The photo really does the colors justice. That blue color is very rich, and I liked that. But here's the other weird thing about this watch: the second hand does not stop when you pull the tab out!I have never owned a watch like that. I would not recommend having a watch like that, unless you intend to use it more for looks than function.That's why I knocked off the other star.Pros:Stunning watch, really unique, very well made outer shell (although it does FEEL like plastic, it seems sturdy), well made meshCons:Misleading photos (not cool), cheap look gears, and over all (internally-wise) cheapI am in the middle of returning it now, I'm pretty disappointed, but I have to say, it's a really really cool watch.
S**N
Beautiful Watch Wrong Bracelet
I really like the watch and the style of the product however, I was disappointed that the band that came with the watch was not the one described in the photo's or description of the product. The band I expected to come on this watch was a 'Tang Buckle' which is described in the description of the product and also displayed in the second picture. The band that actually came on this watch is a clasp, which i feel looks and feels cheap. I really dislike clasp bands and do my best to avoid watches that come with them.I have emailed Stuhrling Original and I am awaiting a reply as to if they can send me the correct band. If they can send me the 'Tang Buckle' bracelet I would gladly change my rating. It is really off putting to order a product and get something that is not what was described.Update: I received an e-mail from Stuhrling and they were very kind and were happy to send me the correct bracelet. I am updating my star rating as the customer service is fantastic and my order will now be exactly what I expected. Thank you Stuhrling Original!
A**A
DEFECTIVE
THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL WATCH BUT EVERY DAY IT STOPS WORKING AT SAME HOUR. I DONT KNOW WHY. MY HUSBAND IS VERY DISSAPOINTED. AND I LIVE OUTSIDE USA. SO I CANT REPLACE OR RETURN THIS WATCH.
T**M
Refurbished/Switched with Defective
Even though its the same style watch, the watch i received was switched or refurbished. It's not new. Wore it 1 day and it stopped working. After looking at it closer I noticed scratches and even the model number doesn't match. Last Stuhrling watch I buy. I don't think this is Amazon fault, but more of Stuhrlings.
M**A
beautiful
This is a very beautiful mens watch the photo does not do it justice we both love it worn for special occassions
S**.
Amazing watch shame you have no more in stock as ...
Amazing watch shame you have no more in stock as would love to have purchased another one as I damaged mine in work. Want one for work and one for special occasions.