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Vario 1945 D12 Bronze FumévsVario Futurist

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1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
10.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Grey
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$428
$648

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What people say

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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.

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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