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Vario 1918 Medic BrassvsVario Futurist

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1918 Medic Brass
Vario1918 Medic Brass
MSRP $388
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1918 Medic Brass40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
1918 Medic Brass40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
1918 Medic Brass100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
1918 Medic Brass$388
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
White
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38A
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$388
$648

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What people say

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Vario 1918 Medic Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its crisp enamel dial, easy-to-read numerals, and cathedral hands, noting the brass case develops an attractive patina over time. However, the soft brass scratches easily, and one owner found the lume to be poor. Accuracy varies, with one example running slow by about 10 seconds per day and another owner deeming the Miyota 82s5 movement just okay. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its unique dial and the evolving character of its brass case.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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