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Venezianico Arsenale 37vsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Arsenale 37
VenezianicoArsenale 37
MSRP $985
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale 3737mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale 3740h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Arsenale 37100m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Arsenale 37$985
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.1mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9F82
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$985
$3,100

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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