The Bronze Field Guide

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze

The Vario 1945 D12 Bronze is a current-production field watch with a qsn6.5-0.1 (phosphor bronze) case. It measures 37.0 mm across, 10.5 mm thick, 45 mm lug to lug, and is water resistant to 100 m. Inside is the Miyota 82S5 japanese automatic, hand-winding and hacking, 21 jewels movement, with Over 40 hours power reserve. Complications: Time only. Priced from $428. Brand origin: Singapore.

Bronze field watchesCuSn8Skin-safe backFieldUnder $500
Reference
–
Type
Field
Price
$428
Case diameter
37.0 mm
Thickness
10.5 mm
Lug-to-lug
45 mm
Water resistance
100 m
Weight
–
Origin
Singapore
Movement
Japanese automatic, hand-winding and hacking, 21 jewels
Caliber
Miyota 82S5
Power reserve
Over 40 hours
Complications
Time only
Ceramic
Qsn6.5-0.1 phosphor bronze
Colour
–
Hardness
–
Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
–
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Waxed canvas strap (recycled), 18 mm; Coal Black or Army Green option
Ceramic bracelet
–
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Fume grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova C3/BGW9
Availability
Offered
Status
Limited edition of 200 with commemorative caseback; sold out at Vario
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Vario Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Vario 1945 D12 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 Vario 1945 D12 Bronze?

The Vario 1945 D12 Bronze has a qsn6.5-0.1 (phosphor bronze) case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze?

It is 37.0 mm in diameter, 10.5 mm thick, 45 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $428.

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