The Bronze Field Guide

Steeldive SD1982S Bronze

The Steeldive SD1982S Bronze is a current-production diver watch with a cusn8 bronze case. It is priced under the $599 median for the category.

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Price
$489
Alloy
CuSn8 marine bronze
Water resistance
2500 m
Caseback
Steel
Type
Diver
Case diameter
46.5 mm
Thickness
22.6 mm
Lug-to-lug
56 mm
Origin
China
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire with AR coating
Display back
No
Dial
White
Dial colours
White
Lume
BGW9 Super-Luminous
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (between batches, sold out)
Not published
Reference, Weight, Power reserve, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Bronze bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Steeldive
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Frequently asked questions

What bronze alloy is the Steeldive SD1982S Bronze?

The Steeldive SD1982S Bronze has a cusn8 bronze case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Steeldive SD1982S Bronze?

It is 46.5 mm in diameter, 22.6 mm thick, 56 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 2500 m.

How much does the Steeldive SD1982S Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $489.

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