NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic Lunar Module
$699661
40 mmSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Xeric NASA Apollo 15 Lunar Module is a bold homage to space exploration, perfect for watch enthusiasts who value unique design over conventional watchmaking. Its striking aesthetics and theme make it a conversation starter, though the lack of disclosed specifications raises questions about its technical performance. At $699, it’s a great pick for those who want to wear a piece of history, but make sure you're ready to accept style over stats.
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In 1971, the Apollo 15 mission took lunar exploration to the next level when they introduced the first lunar roving vehicle, allowing astronauts to venture out and collect samples further than ever before. 50 years later, the Xeric NASA Apollo 15 Collection celebrates American ingenuity with the first Xeric watch to feature American movements. The Xeric AmeriChron Caliber X3.1 Automatic movement is assembled, tested, and regulated in Fountain Hills, Arizona, utilizing industry-leading standards and advanced manufacturing methods. Approved by certified master watchmakers, it is shock resistant, anti-magnetic, has 23 jewels, and a 40 hour power reserve. Using our signature method of time telling with orbiting moons as watch hands, the hours and minutes float above the miniature solar system…
6.5
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 40mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 40 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 47 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- APA-2432-03L
- Released
- 2021
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 40 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 47 mm
- Thickness
- 13.6 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- 316L stainless steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Engraved
- Dial colour
- black
- Dial finish
- Satin
- Indices
- none
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Xeric Watches
The brand aims to push the boundaries of watch design, creating unexpected and distinctive timepieces that stand out in a saturated market. Xeric believes that uniqueness and affordability can coexist, allowing more watch enthusiasts to enjoy unique horological designs.
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