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 is priced well under the $1,200 median for the category.

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Price
$428
Alloy
Qsn6.5-0.1 phosphor bronze
Water resistance
100 m
Caseback
Steel
Type
Field
Case diameter
37.0 mm
Thickness
10.5 mm
Lug-to-lug
45 mm
Origin
Singapore
Movement
Japanese automatic, hand-winding and hacking, 21 jewels
Caliber
Miyota 82S5
Power reserve
Over 40 hours
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Waxed canvas strap (recycled), 18 mm; Coal Black or Army Green option
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Fume grey
Dial colours
Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova C3/BGW9
Availability
Offered
Status
Limited edition of 200 with commemorative caseback; sold out at Vario
Not published
Reference, Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Bronze bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Vario
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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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