# Unique Solar-Powered Watches California Watch Co Has Created a Long-Lasting Solar-Powered Watch By Bryce Mason | Published 2022-06-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-watches References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/californiawatch/lost-coast-solar-field-watch?ref=discovery_staff_picks_newest) [California Watch Co](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regro-hair-serum) has created a unique [solar-powered field watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-watches1). The 'Lost Coast' watches are eco-friendly and up to 100 meters water-resistant. A solar cell underneath the solar panel dial transmits light into energy. The electricity is then stored in the storage cell until more natural light is needed. Its battery lasts up to 4 months when fully charged before requiring exposure to light. Solar charging is the fastest way to charge the timepiece; however, the company invented it so that any light is sufficient to keep it running. The watch is perfect for the outdoors and was created with a small case to provide mobility when outside or performing activities. It features a highly durable case built from [marine-grade steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg) to ensure it is long-lasting. 'Lost Coast' is equipped with an impressive night vision mode to extend time telling while in the dark. There are currently only 1850 models being released as the company prioritizes exclusivity. Those interested can visit the Kickstarters site. Image Credit: California Watch Co. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar-powered Watches:** The trend of creating eco-friendly and long-lasting solar-powered watches, which could be a valuable market for companies to pursue. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The trend of eco-friendly products, including watches, can present opportunities for businesses to meet consumer demand while promoting sustainability. - **Night Vision Technology:** The innovation of night vision technology in watches has potential to be a disruptive force in the watch industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can take advantage of the trend of creating unique and eco-friendly watches, such as unique solar-powered timepieces. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry has an opportunity to expand its reach with innovative creations like the solar-powered watches that provide a practical use of solar technology. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can reach a new market by offering unique solar-powered watches with high durability and mobility, like the 'Lost Coast' watches created by California Watch Co. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Solar-Powered Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskeleton-solar-watches.md) - [Solar-Powered Military-Grade Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentum-udt-eclipse-synch-solar.md) - [Solar-Powered Rugged Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instinct-3-tactical.md) - [Advanced GPS Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astron-gps-solar.md) - [Outback-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquaracer-solargraph-sundowner.md) - [Rope-Inspired Timepiece Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-watches1.md) - [Ocean Plastic Watch Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surfrider-foundation-1.md) - [Ultra-Durable Sand-Textured Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-atacama-field-watch.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ruggest Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g5600bg5.md)