The Bronze Field Guide

Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze

The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT Bronze is a current-production pilot watch with a cusn8 bronze case. It is priced well above the $547 median for the category.

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Price
$2,300
Alloy
CuSn8 marine bronze
Water resistance
50 m
Caseback
Steel
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
10.2 mm
Lug-to-lug
51 mm
Origin
Germany
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Power reserve
42 hours
Complications
GMT, Date
Construction
Assembled
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Brown leather pilot strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial
Black, red GMT hand, date at 6
Dial colours
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Bronze bracelet, Display back
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Maker / MasterHorologer
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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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