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Farer TONNEAUvsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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TONNEAU
FarerTONNEAU
MSRP $1,095
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428
What people say

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Farer TONNEAU

Owners widely praise the Farer TONNEAU's vibrant dial colors, with the green and electric blue versions both noted as particularly attractive, often paired with the tan leather strap. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its impressive 100m water resistance. The movement's color-matched rotor is a appreciated detail. However, opinions on the case design are split; some find it relatively thin and well-executed, while others criticize its soft silhouette, wide bezel, and clumsy proportions. The $1,250 price is noted. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Farer TONNEAU's striking dial colors and robust water resistance, though the case design elicits mixed reactions.

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.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TONNEAU35mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
TONNEAU56h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
TONNEAU100m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
TONNEAU$1,095
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
35mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L high-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 82s5
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$428
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