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Aera Instruments M-1 — Dune
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Aera Instruments M-1

Microbrand
3 Variants
Dune
Lume:Super-LumiNova
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Case
39mm
Power Reserve
42h
Movement
Manual
Water Resistance
100m
Crystal
Sapphire
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter39mm
Thickness13.14mm
Lug-to-Lug47.6mm
Lug Width20mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
Dial ColorDune
LumeSuper-LumiNova
04

Movement

Caliber
Sellita SW216-1
TypeManual
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve42 hours
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleStandard
Sub-dials1
BezelSmooth polished
Bracelet / strapLeather strap
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In a nutshell

The Aera Instruments M-1 is a manual watch, with a 39mm stainless steel case, 13.14mm thick, powered by the Sellita SW216-1 movement and a 42-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 100m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $1,750. The dial color is dune.