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title: "Astro II Constellation Watch - Astronomy/Astronomical Night Sky View with Rotating Planisphere map Complication"
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# Rotating planisphere with 1,056 stars & 169 nebulae 3 ATM water resistance 42mm 316L stainless steel case Astro II Constellation Watch - Astronomy/Astronomical Night Sky View with Rotating Planisphere map Complication

**Brand:** watchdesign
**Price:** ₨103400
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌠 Own the cosmos — wear the universe on your wrist!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Astro II Constellation Watch - Astronomy/Astronomical Night Sky View with Rotating Planisphere map Complication by watchdesign
- **How much does it cost?** ₨103400 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- watchdesign enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted watchdesign brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Confidence in Every Tick:** Backed by a 12-month warranty and crafted for lasting performance with 3 ATM water resistance.
- • **Explore the Night Sky Anytime:** Manual rotating planisphere displays 98.6% of the northern celestial sphere for true star mapping.
- • **Durable Elegance Meets Function:** Premium 316L stainless steel case paired with a sleek black silicone strap for all-day comfort and style.
- • **Celestial Precision on Your Wrist:** Japanese quartz movement ensures accurate timekeeping with astronomical alignment.
- • **Astronomy Enthusiast’s Ultimate Tool:** Read sidereal time, star clusters, nebulae, and solar positions with detailed astronomical complications.

## Overview

The WatchDesign Astro II Constellation Watch is a sophisticated 42mm stainless steel timepiece featuring a manually adjustable rotating planisphere that maps over 1,000 stars and 169 nebulae visible from the Northern Hemisphere. Powered by precise Japanese quartz movement and water-resistant up to 3 ATM, it offers both solar and sidereal time displays, making it an essential accessory for astronomy enthusiasts and professionals alike. Its elegant design and durable build ensure it’s perfect for any occasion, backed by a 12-month warranty.

## Description

ASTRO II Constellation Watch - An astronomical watch with a manually rotated planisphere / constellation disc. A map of the heavens complication. 42mm case size. Constellation display of the entire sky at 35 deg. North Latitude / North Hemisphere. The ASTRO watch is perfect for anyone interested in Space, Science, Astronomy and the night sky. This quartz analog watch displays a wealth of data - Current time, Current positions of the constellations (set the planisphere disc via the crown at 3-o-clock), once disc is correctly set you can read azimuth and altitude of the major fixed stars, nebulae and star clusters, local sidereal time, stellar spectral type, pole star hour angle, hours for astronomical twilight and other functions for astronomical observing. Most of the celestial sphere (approx. 98.6%) visible at 35deg. north latitude is displayed. The range shown on the constellation dial: –55.57deg. to +77.06deg. declination. The constellation display includes the positions of 1,056 fixed stars with a brightness of 4.8 magnitude or brighter, 169 major nebulae and star clusters, delimitation of constellations, ecliptic and celestial equator. The position of the sun is shown in a broken line along the ecliptic (the sun's apparent path on the celestial sphere during the year) on the 1st, 11th, and 21st of each month (for 12:00 noon Universal Time over the mean year). Times for sunrise and sunset as well as the number of daylight hours can be determined by examining the horizon line on the crystal underprint. Local sidereal time can be designated by reading the right ascension graduations on the constellation dial that intersect with the meridian on the transparent dial. The hour angle display of the pole star lets you align an astronomical telescope to the polar axis. Quality components and construction: 100% Japan quartz movement, 42mm 316L stainless steel case, 20mm black silicone rubber strap, 3 ATM water resistance.

Review: Top-knotch timepiece for astronomy enthusiasts (even if it's not intuitive) - It has been on my to-do list for a while to write a detailed review about this watch. I actually got it for my celestial/cosmos-themed wedding last September and I have been an novice astronomy enthusiast my entire life (having been named after a constellation!). The watch is gorgeous and was PERFECT for the wedding outfit. For context: I know practically nothing about mechanical/quartz analog watches. I instead have been sporting various satellite smart watches for day-to-day use for my entire adult life. I was put off some by other reviews that complained about it being too hard to figure out, but I'm glad I set those concerns aside because the watch is fantastic and contains an unreal amount of information for those willing to just sit down and read the detailed instructions that come with it. Initially I was going to include detailed instructions of my own as part of my review but I'll save those to share elsewhere on the internet when I have time to actually record a video. In fairness, when I purchased the timepiece, I had been under the assumption that the constellation dial would spin in tandem with the normal automatic components of the watch. I pictured being able to just look at the watch face and figure out which constellations would be overhead. That's not how this watch works and the timelapse I aim to include with this review shows just that. I'm of the mind that it's a reasonable misconception for those like me who know nothing about watches. To actually access the vast amount of information on this watch requires a manual adjustment of the constellation disc, and to actually see that vast amount of information requires magnification. The makers suggest using an 8x loupe. I suggest using astronomy software and trying out different dates throughout the year to make sure you can use the watch correctly. But people leaving negative reviews because they refuse to read the directions and to put in any time to learn how it works is just absurd and disingenuous.
Review: elegant display of both solar and sidereal time - Re: Watchdesign ASTRO II - CONSTELLATION WATCH This watch provides an elegant display of both solar and sidereal time. The solar time (the usual 12 hour AM/PM dial) is indicated automatically (with the precision of a quartz watch); however, the sidereal (star) time is approximated manually and for the Northern hemisphere only. The description is deceptively simple and the manual requires familiarity with basic astronomical concepts. Even with a magnifying glass, the cluttered miniature planisphere (the oval-shaped map of the night sky displayed in the lower half of the watch) is impossible to read and decipher unless the user is already familiar with the celestial coordinates of the major constellations (which defeats the purpose of using a planisphere). Also, the user would need to know where Polaris (the North Pole star) is located to make this watch (or any planisphere) useful in mapping the sky. In my experience, the most efficient use of this watch would be to approximate the local sidereal time (LST) by manually setting the month, day and (24 hr) time as described in the manual (aligning the constellation dial). The LST is approximated by the vertical North-South axis (the Meridian) running thru the center of the watch; the hour indicated at the lowest point in the outer (24-hr) ring is the approximate LST. For the Northern stargazer looking South, the projection of the Meridian, from Polaris thru the Zenith (the highest point above), divides the sky into a left (East) and right (West) side, corresponding to the stars and constellations displayed in the planisphere. The red circle in the planisphere represents the Celestial Equator, an extension of the Earth's Equator. Stars are located with positive (northern) or negative (southern) declinations from this Celestial Equator. Planet Earth rotates around its axis counter-clockwise, but this rotation is perceived as a clockwise motion of the stars in the night sky, as viewed from the North Pole (looking South). The Orion's Belt in the Northern Winter sky (declination = 0) is an easy way to identify the location of this equatorial circle for each latitude. The Vernal Point (VP) is a relatively fixed point in the sky used as an astronomical point of reference. The LST measures the time (hh:mm:ss) it takes for the VP to return to the same position each sidereal day. Because the Earth also moves in its orbit around the Sun, the sidereal day is 4 minutes shorter than the solar day. Therefore, the VP shifts 4 minutes from the Meridian each day. For instance, the LST at noon (Sun at the Meridian) would be 00:00:00 on March 20 and 01:00:00 fifteen days after (4 min x 15 days = 60 min = 1 hour angle). Likewise, any star can be located by its orthogonal (right) projection along the equatorial circle in reference to the VP. The angular separation from the VP is measured eastwardly in terms of hh:mm:ss units of "Right Ascension" (RA). One hour of RA = 15 degrees of separation, so that 15x24 complete a full circle of 360 degrees. For instance, the Orion constellation is located between the 5th and 6th hour of RA (corresponding to 75 to 90 degrees east from the VP). The brightest star in the night sky, Sirius (located at 06:45 of RA and some 17 degrees south of the Celestial Equator), would be found moving from the southeastern to the southwestern quadrants of the night sky throughout the Winter in the Northern hemisphere. This is so because at 9:00 PM (21 hour Solar Standard Time) the LST would range from 5:00 in January to 9:00 in March. January thru March would also be an ideal time to locate Orion's Belt in Celestial Equator. In summary, the Celestial Equator and the Meridian (LST) divide the visible night sky into four quadrants to assist the stargazer in finding stars and constellations. This watch is very useful for this purpose. However, its usefulness is quite limited to locate stars and constellations in its cluttered planisphere. Restricting the displayed star map to major visible stars and constellations would greatly improve its general usefulness. ### PS (2021.04.10 update): Overall rating increased to 4.5. The JARLINK 30X 60X Illuminated Jewelers Eye Loupe Magnifier, Foldable Jewelry Magnifier with Bright LED Light for Gems, Jewelry, Coins, Stamps, etc https://www.desertcart.com/gp/product/B078N34WZR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00 solved the magnifying problem. Highly recommended to enjoy this watch. -JB

## Features

- ✔️ Built To Last - Quality 316L stainless steel 42mm case, 3 ATM water-resistant
- ✔️ Precise - 100% Japanese movement, dial can be aligned through position of constellation
- ✔️ Vast Functionality - Read stars, cluster, astronomic observing comes w/ complete instructions
- ✔️ Elegant design suitable for any occasion, sport, dress and is the best conversation piece.
- ✔️ After-Sale Service - 12 month warranty against manufacturing defects.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00N63UADA |
| ASIN  | B00N63UADA |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Band Color | Black |
| Band Material Type | Silicone |
| Band Width | 20 Millimeters |
| Bands | 1 |
| Batteries  | 1 Product Specific batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,124,149 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #4,932 in Men's Wrist Watches |
| Brand Name | WatchDesign |
| Case Diameter | 42 Millimeters |
| Case Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Case Thickness | 20 Millimeters |
| Character | Astronomer |
| Clasp Type | Tang Buckle |
| Closure Type | Buckle |
| Crystal | Mineral Glass |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (69) |
| Date First Available  | August 30, 2014 |
| Department  | womens |
| Dial Color | Blue |
| Display | Analog |
| Embellishment Feature | Crystal |
| Face Style | astronomy |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | WDASTRO |
| Manufacturer | WatchDesign |
| Manufacturer  | WatchDesign |
| Model Name | ASTRO 2 |
| Model Number | WDASTRO |
| Pattern | Stars |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions  | 6 x 4 x 6 inches; 5.61 ounces |
| Shape | Round |
| Sport Type | astronomy |
| Strap Type | two piece strap |
| Style Name | Astronomy |
| UPC | 721065922006 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Watch Movement Type | Japanese Quartz |
| Water Resistance Depth | 90 Feet |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I want to know what's the different between astro ii constellation watch ?**
A: ASTRO I was earlier model. ASTRO II is the replacement. Difference is that the ASTRO II is a 2-hand movement and the mechanism to move the constellation dial is more accurate on the ASTRO II

**Q: Doesn't the planispere disk rotate automatically?**
A: No, the planisphere disc is rotated manually via the crown at 3-o-clock (you set the watch with a second crown at 10-o-clock). The Planisphere disc is easily set using the date ring along the edge.

**Q: Does this use battery or is it solar powered?**
A: Quartz movement and battery powered

**Q: I want to know warranty information of this watch.**
A: The watch is guaranteed to be free of manufacturing defects for 12 months from the date of purchase.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top-knotch timepiece for astronomy enthusiasts (even if it's not intuitive)
*by N***X on January 17, 2026*

It has been on my to-do list for a while to write a detailed review about this watch. I actually got it for my celestial/cosmos-themed wedding last September and I have been an novice astronomy enthusiast my entire life (having been named after a constellation!). The watch is gorgeous and was PERFECT for the wedding outfit. For context: I know practically nothing about mechanical/quartz analog watches. I instead have been sporting various satellite smart watches for day-to-day use for my entire adult life. I was put off some by other reviews that complained about it being too hard to figure out, but I'm glad I set those concerns aside because the watch is fantastic and contains an unreal amount of information for those willing to just sit down and read the detailed instructions that come with it. Initially I was going to include detailed instructions of my own as part of my review but I'll save those to share elsewhere on the internet when I have time to actually record a video. In fairness, when I purchased the timepiece, I had been under the assumption that the constellation dial would spin in tandem with the normal automatic components of the watch. I pictured being able to just look at the watch face and figure out which constellations would be overhead. That's not how this watch works and the timelapse I aim to include with this review shows just that. I'm of the mind that it's a reasonable misconception for those like me who know nothing about watches. To actually access the vast amount of information on this watch requires a manual adjustment of the constellation disc, and to actually see that vast amount of information requires magnification. The makers suggest using an 8x loupe. I suggest using astronomy software and trying out different dates throughout the year to make sure you can use the watch correctly. But people leaving negative reviews because they refuse to read the directions and to put in any time to learn how it works is just absurd and disingenuous.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ elegant display of both solar and sidereal time
*by J***A on April 8, 2021*

Re: Watchdesign ASTRO II - CONSTELLATION WATCH This watch provides an elegant display of both solar and sidereal time. The solar time (the usual 12 hour AM/PM dial) is indicated automatically (with the precision of a quartz watch); however, the sidereal (star) time is approximated manually and for the Northern hemisphere only. The description is deceptively simple and the manual requires familiarity with basic astronomical concepts. Even with a magnifying glass, the cluttered miniature planisphere (the oval-shaped map of the night sky displayed in the lower half of the watch) is impossible to read and decipher unless the user is already familiar with the celestial coordinates of the major constellations (which defeats the purpose of using a planisphere). Also, the user would need to know where Polaris (the North Pole star) is located to make this watch (or any planisphere) useful in mapping the sky. In my experience, the most efficient use of this watch would be to approximate the local sidereal time (LST) by manually setting the month, day and (24 hr) time as described in the manual (aligning the constellation dial). The LST is approximated by the vertical North-South axis (the Meridian) running thru the center of the watch; the hour indicated at the lowest point in the outer (24-hr) ring is the approximate LST. For the Northern stargazer looking South, the projection of the Meridian, from Polaris thru the Zenith (the highest point above), divides the sky into a left (East) and right (West) side, corresponding to the stars and constellations displayed in the planisphere. The red circle in the planisphere represents the Celestial Equator, an extension of the Earth's Equator. Stars are located with positive (northern) or negative (southern) declinations from this Celestial Equator. Planet Earth rotates around its axis counter-clockwise, but this rotation is perceived as a clockwise motion of the stars in the night sky, as viewed from the North Pole (looking South). The Orion's Belt in the Northern Winter sky (declination = 0) is an easy way to identify the location of this equatorial circle for each latitude. The Vernal Point (VP) is a relatively fixed point in the sky used as an astronomical point of reference. The LST measures the time (hh:mm:ss) it takes for the VP to return to the same position each sidereal day. Because the Earth also moves in its orbit around the Sun, the sidereal day is 4 minutes shorter than the solar day. Therefore, the VP shifts 4 minutes from the Meridian each day. For instance, the LST at noon (Sun at the Meridian) would be 00:00:00 on March 20 and 01:00:00 fifteen days after (4 min x 15 days = 60 min = 1 hour angle). Likewise, any star can be located by its orthogonal (right) projection along the equatorial circle in reference to the VP. The angular separation from the VP is measured eastwardly in terms of hh:mm:ss units of "Right Ascension" (RA). One hour of RA = 15 degrees of separation, so that 15x24 complete a full circle of 360 degrees. For instance, the Orion constellation is located between the 5th and 6th hour of RA (corresponding to 75 to 90 degrees east from the VP). The brightest star in the night sky, Sirius (located at 06:45 of RA and some 17 degrees south of the Celestial Equator), would be found moving from the southeastern to the southwestern quadrants of the night sky throughout the Winter in the Northern hemisphere. This is so because at 9:00 PM (21 hour Solar Standard Time) the LST would range from 5:00 in January to 9:00 in March. January thru March would also be an ideal time to locate Orion's Belt in Celestial Equator. In summary, the Celestial Equator and the Meridian (LST) divide the visible night sky into four quadrants to assist the stargazer in finding stars and constellations. This watch is very useful for this purpose. However, its usefulness is quite limited to locate stars and constellations in its cluttered planisphere. Restricting the displayed star map to major visible stars and constellations would greatly improve its general usefulness. ### PS (2021.04.10 update): Overall rating increased to 4.5. The JARLINK 30X 60X Illuminated Jewelers Eye Loupe Magnifier, Foldable Jewelry Magnifier with Bright LED Light for Gems, Jewelry, Coins, Stamps, etc https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078N34WZR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00 solved the magnifying problem. Highly recommended to enjoy this watch. -JB

### ⭐⭐⭐ I really want to give this a good rating because it's so beautiful but I am pretty ...
*by A***R on June 6, 2018*

I really want to give this a good rating because it's so beautiful but I am pretty frustrated with it actually. The instructions that come with it SUCK! I wish I had known that before I spent so much money because I really want to use its functions but I don't know how and it seems really hard to get any info from the seller. For such a nice watch it should have a better manual.

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