Which is cheaper, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Orient Stretto Date?

At MSRP the Orient Stretto Date is the cheaper of the two at $360, against $985 for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a $625 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Orient Stretto Date?

The Orient Stretto Date wears larger at 38.5mm versus 37mm for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Orient Stretto Date?

The Venezianico Arsenale 37 is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Orient Stretto Date.

What movement does the Venezianico Arsenale 37 run compared to the Orient Stretto Date?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Venezianico Arsenale 37 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Orient Stretto Date uses the F6722.

Side by side

Venezianico Arsenale 37vsOrient Stretto Date

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Venezianico Arsenale 37

arsenale-37-6121501c

MSRP $985

Orient Stretto Date

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MSRP $360

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arsenale 3737mm

Stretto Date38.5mm

Power Reserve

Arsenale 3740h

Stretto Date40h

Water Resistance

Arsenale 37100m

Stretto Date50m

MSRP

Arsenale 37$985

Stretto Date$360

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

White

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

F6722

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Jewels

Complications

None

Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$985

$360

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

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Orient Stretto Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date for its sharp, clean, and beautiful appearance, with its thin and ergonomic design frequently highlighted as a key strength for comfortable everyday wear. It is considered a solid, versatile, and affordable option, with one owner specifically noting its simple, light, and inexpensive nature around $160. However, some community members find its design derivative and lacking uniqueness. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date highly for its attractive aesthetics and comfortable, affordable wearability.

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