Aquastar Deepstar IIvsVenezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aquastar Deepstar II at true scale

Deepstar II

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 at true scale

Nereide Tungsteno 39

Diameter

37mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

45.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

10.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

n/a

$886

Movement

Sellita SW290-1

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
37mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
White
n/a
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW290-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$886
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aquastar Deepstar II

Owners widely praise the Aquastar Deepstar II for its comfortable 37mm wearability, vintage aesthetic, and excellent value. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its smooth-winding Sellita SW290-1 movement, remarkable timekeeping, and legible dial with excellent lume. The updated beads-of-rice bracelet with a diver extension is considered a worthwhile upgrade, and the included grey tropic strap is notably supple. Some owners, however, find the 37mm case diameter too small, despite the 47mm lug-to-lug contributing to a larger perceived wrist presence. One owner dislikes the small seconds subdial, finding it interrupts the dial's aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Aquastar Deepstar II highly for its vintage charm, comfortable wearability, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The vintage design and 37mm case size are praised. The price point is considered a strong point by one reviewer, while another suggests it may limit its appeal.

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39

Owners widely report the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 offers quality comparable to watches in the $500-$1000 range, with a unique iridescent tungsten bezel and mother-of-pearl dial that shifts dynamically with light. Some users note a stiff bezel that loosens over time and desire brighter lume. The bracelet is criticized for split pins, lack of micro-adjustments, and quick-release functionality, with one owner reporting the need for ultrasonic cleaning and oiling to achieve smoothness. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 a well-executed and attractive dress diver for its price, largely due to its unique materials and thin profile.

From video reviewers

The mother-of-pearl dial and the 39mm case size are frequently praised. Reviewers also noted the tungsten bezel as a positive feature. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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