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Traska The ChronographvsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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The Chronograph
TraskaThe Chronograph
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Chronograph40mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
The Chronograph45h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
The Chronograph75m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
The Chronograph
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
0.3mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
21mm
18mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
75m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NE86
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
34
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$428

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What people say

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Traska The Chronograph

Traska The Chronograph owners widely praise the hardened stainless steel case for its durability, with one noting it remained in great condition after three years of wear. The bracelet is also commended for its snug fit, lack of stiffness or rattle, and the convenience of its on-the-fly clasp. One owner notes the watch wears larger. Overall, Traska The Chronograph owners rate the watch highly for its durable case and comfortable, convenient bracelet.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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