{"product_id":"tacs-nato-lens-ts1503a-kameraobjektiv-design-miyota-quartz","title":"TACS NATO-LENS TS1503A – Camera Lens Design – Miyota Quartz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA camera for the wrist – one of TACS' most distinctive design ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the NATO-LENS, TACS translates the form of a camera lens into a wristwatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial consists of several concentric layers, stacked like aperture rings and lens groups of a photographic lens. The hands appear to float above a real lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result functions initially as an unusual designer watch from a distance – but up close, it looks almost like a small camera lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe photographic tradition of TACS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotography is one of TACS' recurring design themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross various LENS models, the brand has incorporated camera elements such as lens rings, apertures, focus markings, and typical engravings of classic camera lenses into watch designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the NATO-LENS, this approach is implemented particularly consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference \u003cstrong\u003eTS1503A\u003c\/strong\u003e features a stainless steel case with a diameter of approximately 44 mm and is equipped with a Japanese Miyota quartz movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial design is deliberately three-dimensional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral concentric rings create the optical depth of a camera lens. The outer markings are reminiscent of the scales on a lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic hour markers deliberately recede into the background compared to the photographic concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecisely because of this, the watch appears less like an ordinary wristwatch with camera decoration, and much more like a camera lens that additionally tells the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brushed stainless steel case has a diameter of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e44 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a height of around \u003cstrong\u003e13.6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the NATO-LENS is deliberately prominent on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of the case back continues the camera theme. It features, among other things, the TACS logo, the model designation, and technical specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe example offered here comes with a black sporty strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not the strap originally offered for this reference. This has already been taken into account in the pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is used and shows normal signs of wear on the case and strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe characteristic lens optics are well preserved and form the essential design appeal of the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual condition is shown unretouched in the product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e TACS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e NATO-LENS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e TS1503A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miyota 2039, Quartz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hour, Minute, Second\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 316L Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 44 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 13.6 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral Glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance from Factory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 ATM \/ 50 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Aftermarket Strap\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty (used)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a used item. The statute of limitations for claims for defects under the legal warranty is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNote on Water Resistance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's specification of \u003cstrong\u003e5 ATM \/ 50 m\u003c\/strong\u003e refers to the watch in new condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a used watch, no current water resistance is guaranteed. 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