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Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited EditionvsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition40.6mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition72h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition100m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition$1,850
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40.6mm
37mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.1mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R51
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$428

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What people say

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Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition owners and reviewers widely praise its beautiful, powdery cream unglazed Arita porcelain dial with a rhombus pattern, contrasting elegantly with gold-toned hands and indices. The 40.6mm stainless steel case is noted for its overall finishing, though some find it thick and heavy. The 72-hour power reserve 6R51 automatic movement is housed within, with one reviewer calling its accuracy rating of -15/+25 seconds per day and 3 Hz frequency somewhat outdated for the watch's price. A notable omission for some is the lack of lume, particularly on the hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Unglazed Arita Porcelain Dial Limited Edition highly for its stunning dial and craftsmanship at the price, despite some reservations about its thickness and movement specifications.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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