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NASA and Unimatic team up on a watch design reminiscent of the futuristic aesthetic from Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey'

A space-themed design inspired by NASA, featuring a deep orange color reminiscent of the Artemis rocket.

NASA Partnership with Unimatic Echoes Design from Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey'
NASA Partnership with Unimatic Echoes Design from Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey'

NASA and Unimatic team up on a watch design reminiscent of the futuristic aesthetic from Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey'

The Unimatic x Massena LAB U1-SPG 'NASA Artemis' Limited Edition watch, released in 2025, is a celebration of NASA's Artemis missions, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time since the Apollo era. This exclusive collaboration, limited to just 99 pieces, is a testament to the spirit of exploration and the golden age of space exploration.

This watch stands out with its 41.5mm stainless steel case, coated with a unique burnt orange Cerakote™ finish, a ceramic-based coating commonly used in aerospace for its durability and resistance. The charcoal Cerakote bezel and black dial signed by NASA further emphasize its space exploration theme, paying homage to the distinctive hue of NASA's Space Launch System rocket.

The watch's technical specifications are impressive. It is powered by a robust automatic Seiko NH34A movement, providing GMT functionality, and boasts a power reserve of 42 hours. The 120-click unidirectional bezel and crown are finished in a deep charcoal Cerakote for visual contrast, while the hollow GMT hand ensures clear time reading without obstructing hour markers.

The U1-SPG 'NASA Artemis' watch is delivered in a special collaboration box featuring "Artemis orange" details, enhancing its connection to the mission it celebrates. Each watch is individually numbered out of the limited run.

The watch's design is inspired by the aesthetic of space exploration's golden age and Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey, as well as the iconic vintage NASA "worm" logo. The dial features "Old Radium" Super-LumiNova markers for practicality, and the 24-hour scale around the dial's periphery is fully lumed.

The Unimatic x Massena LAB U1-SPG "NASA Artemis" Limited Edition is not just a tribute to the legacy of lunar exploration but also to NASA's current Artemis mission. With its aerospace-grade materials, retrofuturistic design cues, and limited-edition exclusivity, it is a collectible dive watch that embodies the pioneering spirit of the Artemis missions.

The watch is priced at $1,295 and is available exclusively through Massena LAB's website. With its 300 meters of water resistance, it is suitable for dive expeditions, making it an ideal companion for those who share in the spirit of exploration and adventure.

The Artemis missions, scheduled to begin in 2026, aim to return humans to the Moon, establish a permanent lunar base, and serve as a stepping stone for humanity's journey to Mars. The Unimatic x Massena LAB U1-SPG 'NASA Artemis' Limited Edition watch is a fitting tribute to these ambitious goals.

  1. The Unimatic x Massena LAB U1-SPG 'NASA Artemis' Limited Edition watch, a fitting tribute to the Artemis missions, showcases a 'retrofuturistic design' inspired by space exploration's golden age and Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey.
  2. The watch's design elements, such as the burnt orange Cerakote™ finish, charcoal Cerakote bezel, and black dial signed by NASA, proudly display a 'space exploration theme' that pays homage to the distinctive hue of NASA's Space Launch System rocket.
  3. With its 'technology' driven by a robust automatic Seiko NH34A movement, offering GMT functionality and a 42-hour power reserve, the watch can be considered a 'gadget' that merges 'style' and 'science' in celebration of NASA's Artemis missions and the spirit of exploration.

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