Specifications
Unit Product Weight: 1 lbs
UPC: 086702496631
Features and Benefits
- Corn resin case and buckle
- Cork dial with Arabic numerals
- Slate black Tyvek strap
- Quartz movement, mineral crystal lens
- Mercury free battery
Resources
Band Length: 240 mmBand Width: 20mm
Case Diameter: 44 mm
Certifications
 | Corn Resin The shelf life of corn resin is similar to synthetic plastics. It will not break down during regular wear and use. In a compost environment, corn resin is 99% biodegradable to carbon dioxide and water within 365 days. Since its made from corn, it comes from a renewable resource. Conventional plastics use an estimated 200,000 barrels of oil a day in the United States alone but because corn resin is bio-based, it therefore uses no oil resources in production. |
Tyvek Tyvek is a high-density fiber which is strong, water and tear resistant and is recyclable. Tyvek can also be safely incinerated and if recycling or incineration are not options, tyvek can be safely landfilled. Given the nature of this material, tyvek is supple and develops a leather-like look over time. |  |
 | Organic Cotton The majority of cotton is grown with toxic chemicals. Conventional cotton requires the use of enormous amounts of pesticides - 25% of all insecticides and 10% of all pesticides which have a huge environmental impact. It is one of the most environmentally damaging crops to grow, as about 84 million pounds of pesticides are sprayed on US cotton crops alone in one year. Some of these chemicals are considered to be the most toxic chemicals in the world. Organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment and is grown without the use of toxic pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. |
Bamboo Bamboo is considered eco-friendly based on its properties as 1) a natural (nonsynthetic) fiber, 2) a quick-growth plant (it's in the grass family) that sequesters greenhouse gases, and 3) a renewable plant that can grow back after its three to five year harvesting period. It largely doesn't need chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers to grow. |  |
 | Eco-Friendliness The small size Sprout watch is 80% eco-friendly (by weight) The large size Sprout watch is 86% eco-friendly (by weight) Compliance All Sprout watches are in compliance with the CPSIA and are lead and phthalate free. The corn resin Sprout Watches uses is in full compliance with the American ASTM D6400 as well as the European EN13432 standards for compostable material. Diamonds All diamonds are all certified and conflict free. Mother of Pearl The Mother of Pearl watches are all declared through the Dept. of Fish & Wildlife in the U.S. and will never be from forbidden or endangered species. Mineral Crystal Most lenses in the medium price range of watches are made from plexiglass, a type of synthetic plastic. Sprout lenses are made from Mineral crystal which is a type of glass made from sand. It can technically be recycled. Mercury Free Battery Mercury is actually a neurotoxin, which is harmful to both animals and humans. Exposure to even small amounts of mercury over a long period may cause negative health effects including damage to the brain, kidney, lungs and a developing baby. Sprout watches use only Mercury Free batteries. Recycled Fibers Sprout packaging is made from at least 80% post consumer fibers. It is both recycled and recyclable. Fish Skins Sprout, as the name would insinuate, finds inspiration for their eco-friendly materials in all areas of nature - corn fields, bamboo forests - and in the case of their exotic fish skins, the big blue sea. Fish skins are an eco-friendly alternative to animal leather because ocean leather manufacturers use the by-product of the skin from fish farmers who are catching non-endangered species for human consumption. Think about how much Salmon is eaten worldwide. That's a lot of skins that would otherwise be discarded and wasted! Fish skin is praised as being one of the strongest leathers on earth, as well as having an uncanny elasticity. The skins are pliable, durable, beautifully textured and amazingly luxurious and because of the uniqueness of the patterns, no two skins are exactly alike. Sprout Watches loves the idea of turning trash into something exotic and beautiful! |
Materials
Tyvek Strap, Corn Resin Case & Cork DialWarranty
Limited WarrantySprout Watches are under warranty to you, the owner, for your lifetime against all defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear or abuse and excludes batteries, case, strap, crystal, or bracelet. In the event of a defect or malfunction of the movement within this period it will be repaired or replaced, at Sprout Watches option, provided that it is returned prepaid with a check or money order for $9.95 to cover the cost of handling and return postage. (This is not a repair charge.) DO NOT SEND CASH. No additional charge will be made unless additional servicing is necessary for reasons beyond the manufacturer's control such as accident, misuse, neglect or replacement of parts not warranted is required such as case, crystal, strap, bracelet or batteries in which event a moderate charge will be made. The movement of any timepiece requires periodic cleaning/timing which is not a defect and, as such not warranted. After one year from the date of purchase each cleaning/timing will be performed as required without charging a fee in excess of the specified $9.95 handling charge. The above remedy is exclusive. EGC shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Should any other part of your watch require repair, please use Sprout Watches' Service Center for quick and inexpensive repairs on your watch. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a problem with warranty service or performance, you may be able to go to Small Claims Court, a State Court or a Federal District Court.
Batteries
Replace batteries when the watch becomes slow or does not operate. Replace with same or equivalent NOTE: Battery change should be performed by a qualified technician who should also check the condition of the gaskets at the same time. BATTERIES ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Returns
Use Sprout Watches' nationwide service centers. You cannot return watch for service where it was purchased. If your watch requires cleaning, lubrication, battery changing, or needs a crystal replaced, EGC approved Service Centers are available in your area. These repair facilities use EGC parts and components to assure quality and future performance. Free estimates are available in advance, should you need servicing or repairs not covered under the warranty. Repairs covered under the warranty may require proof of purchase, so retain the purchase receipt. Carefully pack your watch in a sturdy box (do not send in a gift box for same will not be returned) and mail to the nearest approved authorized service station. Because of possible loss, Sprout Watches' recommend that you insure your watch, return receipt requested, when using the mail. If you do not receive a receipt within a reasonable time, start a tracer through the originating post office. Never include a special watch band or any other article of personal value in your shipment.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS:
| Erichs 5010 N.E. 99th Street Attn: Erich Loewen Vancouver, WA 98665 T (360) 573-7225 F (360) 576-5874 eilowen@msn.com | Commonwealth Gem 601 Main Street Danville, VA 24541 Attn: Toni Jennings T (434) 791-4653 F (434) 793-3711 | Louis Neil 9831 Bustleton Ave. Attn: Neil Ditcher Philidelphia, PA 19115 T (215) 676-3729 | Shavers World 27326 Grand River Attn: John Collins Redford, MI 48240 T (313) 534-0736 F (313) 534-0737 | Time Machine 2335 Honolulu Ave. Attn: Carlos Caballo Montrose, CA 91020 T (818) 249-6007 F (818) 249-9412 | Tulper & Co. 2223 E. Colfax Ave. Attn: David Axelrod Denver, CO 80206 T (303) 399-9291 F (303) 399-1478 | ||||||||||||