# American Aviation-Inspired Timepieces The AEROMAT Project X-15 Titanium Automatic Watch is Stylish By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-automatic-watch References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/11/06/the-x-15-automatic-watch-was-co-designed-by-the-last-living-test-pilot-to-ever-fly-the-rocket-powered-jet/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aeromat/aeromat-project-x-15-titanium-automatic-watch?ref=project_build) The AEROMAT Project X-15 Titanium Automatic Watch is an accessory designed with American aviation inspiration in mind to provide wearers with a piece of history on their wrist. The watch was co-designed by the last living test pilot to fly the rocket-powered jet that it shares a name with and is [plated in titanium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-timex-titanium-field-watch) to ensure the utmost attention to durability. The [aviation-inspired face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bremont-supermarine-s302-jet) is equipped cleanly with all the essential functionality that a wearer might need including time and date. The AEROMAT Project X-15 Titanium Automatic Watch is being launched in an array of color options via a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vostra-vector) campaign and is powered by an NH35 Seiko Automatic movement. The watch also features a power reserve rated for more than 41-hours. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aviation-inspired Timepieces:** The demand for stylishly designed aviation-inspired timepieces has created opportunities for innovative designs using materials like titanium. - **Co-designed Accessories:** The trend of co-designing accessories with subject matter experts creates opportunities for more authentic and unique products. - **Crowdfunding Launches:** The use of crowdfunding to launch products creates opportunities for smaller businesses to bring innovative products to market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can leverage the trend of aviation-inspired timepieces to create a differentiation in the market. - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can explore the use of materials like titanium and collaborating with experts to create more niche products. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** The crowdfunding industry can capitalize on the trend of launching unique products through their platforms by offering services to small businesses looking for funding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Concave Dial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-p1-pilot-watch.md) - [Aviation-Honoring Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-x-pan-am-flyback-chronograph.md) - [Collaboration EDC Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-x-timex-automatic-gmt-watch.md) - [Blacked-Out Pilot Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-pilot-watch.md) - [Space-Age Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europa-clipper-exploration-watch.md) - [Limited-Edition Maritime Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1-pilot.md) - [Accessible Space Age Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-marlin-jet.md) - [Co-Branded Space Travel Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-massena-lab-u1spg-nasa-artemis.md) - [Vintage Aerospace-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omega-speedmaster-pilot-flight-qualified.md)