Kato 42mm
$388981
42 mm50 m WRAcrylic / Hesalite
The Sensei's take
The Humism Kato 42mm is an innovative blend of art and mechanics, positioned for those who appreciate unique design alongside reliable performance. Its kinetic discs create a stunning visual effect, making it not just a timepiece but a conversation starter. With a solid automatic movement and quality materials, this watch offers great value for money.
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Founded on the simplicity of concentric circles, this design achieves a harmonious complexity. Different layers of petals bloom alternately, slowly building up to a climax as 48 petals all open simultaneously.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Trade-offs
- Acrylic crystal — prone to scratches
- No lume
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a 48.5 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- WA-KAT-42S
- Released
- 2023
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 48.5 mm
- Thickness
- 11.9 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L surgical steel
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Crystal
- Acrylic / Hesalite · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- white
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- None
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Clasp
- pin buckle
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Humism
Humism views watches as a canvas for artistic expression, drawing inspiration from the Kinetic Art movement. The brand aims to turn time into mesmerizing art, focusing on movement and the beauty it reveals, encouraging wearers to appreciate the present instead of adhering to the regimented nature of time.
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