NASA Artemis Tumbler Automatic Jettison
$1,500755
42 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Xeric NASA Artemis Tumbler Automatic Jettison is a bold statement piece that successfully marries a unique design with an adventurous spirit, making it ideal for space enthusiasts and collectors alike. However, at $1,500, the value proposition feels shaky given its lack of standout specs and a somewhat crowded market. If you’re drawn to its quirky aesthetic and the NASA affiliation, it’s a worthy pick; otherwise, consider alternatives that offer more for your money.
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The tumbling satellite complication of the NASA Artemis Tumbler Automatic tells the time in a mesmerizing way, utilizing our proprietary tumbling hour automatic movement. To read the time, simply look at the time-telling section at the bottom of the dial where the minute track lines are located. Follow the current hour as it overlaps the 0 to 60 minute track lines and points to the current minute. Every hour a new hand will glide along the minute track. Easily change the look of the minute track by rotating the bezel, allowing you to choose whether to read the time in 5, 10, or 15 minute increments; lock your choice into place with the screw down crown. The Super-LumiNova dial, hands, and bezel all glow in a variety of ways. A scratch-resistant domed sapphire crystal covers the dial, and t…
6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
A dependable choice; know the trade-offs going in.
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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
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- 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 long 49.5 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- ATA-1008-01B
- Released
- 2024
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 49.5 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- Dive (unidirectional)
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- stainless steel / silicone
- Clasp
- deployment
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Luminous Hands
- 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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