The Wristwatch Field Guide

Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot

The Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot is a current-production pilot watch with a cusn8 marine bronze case. It is priced well under the $1,990 median for the category.

All Hruodland watchesExotic-material pilot watchesBronzeUnder $5,000
Price
$249
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
CuSn8 marine bronze
Water resistance
300 m
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
43.0 mm
Thickness
12.5 mm
Lug-to-lug
52 mm
Origin
China
Movement
Shancheng PT5000 or Sellita SW200-1
Caliber
PT5000 / SW200-1
Complications
Time only
Construction
Assembled
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Calf leather strap with bronze buckle
Crystal
Sapphire with AR coating
Display back
No
Dial
Navy, green or brown
Dial colours
Blue Green Brown
Lume
SuperLuminova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Weight, Power reserve, Colour, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: WR Watches
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot 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 Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot?

The Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot has a cusn8 marine bronze case, though its caseback is steel. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot?

It is 43.0 mm in diameter, 12.5 mm thick, 52 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 300 m.

How much does the Hruodland Bronze Big Pilot cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $249.

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