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Vario 1945 D12 Bronze FumévsLongines MASTER COLLECTION

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1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428
MASTER COLLECTION
LonginesMASTER COLLECTION
MSRP $2,350

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
MASTER COLLECTION29mm
Power Reserve
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
MASTER COLLECTION45h
Water Resistance
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MASTER COLLECTION30m
MSRP
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428
MASTER COLLECTION$2,350

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
37mm
29mm
Thickness
10.5mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
34.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
15mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
Silver
Indices
Applied
Painted Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5
L592.5
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$428
$2,350

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines Master Collection for its excellent finishing and value, with specific mentions of beautiful dials featuring engraved Breguet numerals and blued hands. The movement offers a 72-hour power reserve, and the classical design is noted as versatile. Some owners report the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment options for a precise fit, and one owner experienced a broken moon phase setting mechanism requiring service. The Master Collection Annual Calendar has 30m water resistance, considered light by one reviewer. Overall, the consensus is that owners and reviewers rate the Longines Master Collection highly for its exceptional value and refined finishing.

From video reviewers

The watch has a strong wrist presence and comfort. The movement accuracy is also a notable feature, delivering luxury value at its price point.

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