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Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45

862086

The Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45 is a current-production pilot watch with a bronze (grade not stated) case. It is priced well above the $1,237 median for the category.

All Laco watchesExotic-material pilot watchesUnder $3,000
Price
$2,250
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
Bronze (grade not stated)
Water resistance
50 m
Reference
862086
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
45.0 mm
Thickness
13 mm
Origin
Germany
Movement
Swiss automatic
Caliber
ETA 2824-2 (Laco 24)
Power reserve
38 hours
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Brown calf leather pilot strap with rivets
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Black, Baumuster A layout
Dial colours
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Laco / Island Watch
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45 nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What is the case material of the Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45?

The Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45 has a bronze (grade not stated) case, though its caseback is steel. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45?

It is 45.0 mm in diameter, 13 mm thick, and water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the Laco Pilot Watch Original Friedrichshafen Bronze 45 cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $2,250.

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