The Bronze Field Guide

Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze

BIG-PILOT-43-BRONZE

The Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze is a current-production pilot watch with a marine grade bronze cusn8 (copper-tin), maker stated case. It is priced well under the $922.50 median for the category. The caseback is open, so the movement is visible.

All Aquatico watchesBronze pilot watchesCuSn8Skin-safe backPilotDisplay backUnder $500
Price
$399
Alloy
CuSn8 marine bronze
Water resistance
300 m
Caseback
Steel
Reference
BIG-PILOT-43-BRONZE
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
43.0 mm
Thickness
12.5 mm
Lug-to-lug
51.5 mm
Origin
China
Movement
Japanese automatic
Caliber
NH37
Power reserve
~41 hours
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap with bronze buckle
Crystal
Domed sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Black, blue, green, brown
Dial colours
Black Blue Green Brown
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova C3
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Bronze bracelet
High confidence Verified Aug 2026 Source: Aquatico / SeriousWatches Maker ↗ Spec checksAlloy Jul 2026Price Jul 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What bronze alloy is the Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze?

The Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze has a marine grade bronze cusn8 (copper-tin), maker stated case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze?

It is 43.0 mm in diameter, 12.5 mm thick, 51.5 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 300 m.

How much does the Aquatico Big Pilot 43mm Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $399.

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