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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454vsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
Tourbillon Master S45440h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
Tourbillon Master S4545m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
Tourbillon Master S454$999
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
8.9mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
5m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ST8000
Miyota 82s5
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$428

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What people say

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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

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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