MMI Watches Awagami Factory X MMI Fumes Washi DialvsZelos Aurora Field

Ref. awagami-factory-x-mmi-watches-fumes-blue-washi-dial-model-nlg-02-estimated-delivery-october-2024·MSRP $520
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Measurements
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Awagami Factory X MMI Fumes Washi Dial

Aurora Field
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
n/a
Thickness
12mm
lowest
12.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
MSRP
$520
lowest
$529
Movement
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9039
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the unique Washi paper dials of the MMI Watches AWAGAMI FACTORY X MMI WATCHES: FUMES WASHI DIAL, specifically highlighting the fume and gradient effects and the vibrant orange speckled option. Some owners express a desire for day/date complications. One owner finds the colors and dial layout unappealing, feeling they do not best utilize the washi paper's texture and pattern, though they appreciate the concept. Overall, owners rate the MMI Watches AWAGAMI FACTORY X MMI WATCHES: FUMES WASHI DIAL highly for its innovative and attractive Washi paper dials.
Owners widely praise the Zelos Aurora Field for its unique and gorgeous dials, with particular admiration for the hammered teal bronze version, and its excellent lume. The new clasp is highlighted as the best to date, and the watch is considered feature-packed for its price point, including anti-magnetic properties. Some owners find the case shape and lugs make the watch wear high, and one commenter noted the dial text appeared cheap and plasticky, while another flagged sharp bracelet edges. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Aurora Field highly for its stunning dial designs and value proposition under $400.
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