Custom Santeiko Santos MOD Aurora White Edition
$290461
38 mmAutomaticSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Monomods Santeiko Santos MOD Aurora White Edition is a stunning choice for those who appreciate bold, elegant designs without sacrificing performance. Its combination of high-quality materials and the reliable Seiko NH35 movement provides excellent value for money, making it a fantastic option for watch enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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The SANTEIKO SANTOS MOD AURORA WHITE EDITION captures the essence of luxury with a bold two-tone aesthetic and refined craftsmanship. Its 38mm 316L stainless steel case, accented by a radiant gold bezel, exudes strength and sophistication. The Roman numeral dial, protected by sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, is complemented by elegant blued steel hands for timeless appeal. Powered by the precise NH35 automatic movement, it offers unwavering reliability and mechanical finesse. Luminova accents ensure visibility in low light, while the exhibition case back and gold-detailed bracelet with butterfly clasp complete this statement piece — a perfect fusion of power, elegance, and precision. Specification Details Diameter 38 mm (excluding crown) Thickness 12 mm Movement Seiko NH35 au…
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 38mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Entry-level movement
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
The movement
NH35. An entry-tier movement (think Seiko NH-series): rugged, serviceable anywhere, and easy to live with. Not decorated, but it just works.
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- unknown
- Released
- 2025
- Movement
- Automatic
- Calibre
- NH35
- Movement tier
- Entry
- Power reserve
- 41 h
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Thickness
- 12 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Square
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- white
- Dial finish
- Sunburst
- Indices
- roman
- Lume
- Yes — Luminova
- Strap / bracelet
- bracelet
- Clasp
- butterfly
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Automatic Movement
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Monomods
Monomods positions itself against "watch hype" — pushing back on watches that look premium but hide what actually matters: overdesigned dials, inflated stories, and no clarity about what's inside or who stands behind it. Their stated response is transparency: using proven Japanese movements, transparent components, and careful assembly, with real support after purchase
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