The Wristwatch Field Guide

Vintage VDB Bronze Diver

The Vintage VDB Bronze Diver is a current-production diver watch with a bronze (grade not stated) case. It measures 46.0 mm across, and is water resistant to 200 m. Inside is the automatic (swiss or nos, varies by build) movement. Complications: Time only. Brand origin: Germany.

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Reference
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Type
Diver
Price
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Case diameter
46.0 mm
Thickness
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Lug-to-lug
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Water resistance
200 m
Weight
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Origin
Germany
Movement
Automatic (Swiss or NOS, varies by build)
Caliber
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Power reserve
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Complications
Time only
Material
Bronze
Grade / type
Bronze (grade not stated)
Colour
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Hardness
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Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
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Caseback
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Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Matching bracelet
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Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
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Dial
Varies (e.g. military green)
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (hand-made small batches and one-offs)
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Vintage VDB / The Sutor House Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Vintage VDB Bronze Diver?

The Vintage VDB Bronze Diver has a bronze (grade not stated) case. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Vintage VDB Bronze Diver?

It is 46.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Vintage VDB Bronze Diver cost, and is it available?

It is current-production; the guide does not list a price for it.

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