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Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze

The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze is a current-production pilot watch with a cusn8 bronze case. It measures 42.0 mm across, 10.2 mm thick, 51 mm lug to lug, and is water resistant to 50 m. Inside is the ETA 2893-2 automatic movement, with 42 hours power reserve. Complications: GMT, Date. Priced from $2,300 (approx). Brand origin: Germany.

Bronze pilot watchesCuSn8Skin-safe backPilot
Reference
–
Type
Pilot
Price
$2,300 · approx
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
10.2 mm
Lug-to-lug
51 mm
Water resistance
50 m
Weight
–
Origin
Germany
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Power reserve
42 hours
Complications
GMT, Date
Ceramic
CuSn8 marine bronze
Colour
–
Hardness
–
Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
–
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Brown leather pilot strap
Ceramic bracelet
–
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
–
Dial
Black, red GMT hand, date at 6
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Maker / MasterHorologer Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Archimede Pilot 42 GMT 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 Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze?

The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze has a cusn8 bronze case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter, 10.2 mm thick, 51 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $2,300.

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