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Sartory Billard SB05vsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
SB05
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
8.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
Miyota 82s5
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
90h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$388

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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