Vario has released a limited edition of 30 Futurist watches, distinguished by cases machined from solid tantalum. This material choice, typically found in high-end luxury pieces, marks an ambitious step for the microbrand known for accessible vintage-inspired designs. The watch retains the original Futurist's 39mm angular silhouette and retro aesthetic, now rendered in the dense, bluish-grey tantalum.
- Limited to 30 pieces
- 39mm case size
- 100 metres water resistance
- Miyota 9039 automatic movement
- 40+ hour power reserve
The tantalum case features a mix of fine brushing on the mid-case and polished bevels that taper into the lugs.
The faceted sapphire crystal design, a signature of the Futurist line, is intended to evoke a space-age aesthetic inspired by 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Dials are devoid of numbers, featuring only applied indices and minimal branding, with sunburst finishes available in Silver, Red, Green, Blue, Purple, Orange, and Black.
Rectangular hands and applied markers are treated with C3 and BGW9 Super-LumiNova for low-light visibility.
The Miyota 9039 is a no-date automatic movement, contributing to the watch's slim 10mm profile and streamlined dial.
The watch is paired with a 20mm custom leather strap from RIOS1931.