Versus
Kinetic Artesian vs Zelos Aurora Field 38mm Br 'Hammered Blue'
The Sensei's verdict
Artesian 1—2 Aurora Field 38mm Br 'Hammered Blue'
The Aurora Field 38mm Br 'Hammered Blue' takes the Sensei's nod on score (7.5 to 5.5), while the Artesian is the value play at $129 ($370 less), and the Aurora Field 38mm Br 'Hammered Blue' wears smaller at 38 mm. Tighter budget → the Artesian; otherwise the Aurora Field 38mm Br 'Hammered Blue' is the pick.
Verdict & value
5.5
Sensei Score
+2.07.5
$129$370 less
Price
$499
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Originality
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Movement
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Type
Automatic
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Calibre
Miyota 9039
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Tier
Mid-tier
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Power reserve
42 h
Case & on the wrist
49 mm
Diameter
38 mm
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Lug-to-lug
46 mm
15 mm
Thickness
3.0 mm thinner12 mm
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Water resistance
200 m
stainless steel
Case material
Bronze
Dial, crystal & details
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Dial
blue
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Crystal
Sapphire
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Lume
Yes (Super-LumiNova C3)