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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Airman Vintage The Chief GMT
GlycineAirman Vintage The Chief GMT
MSRP $2,900
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.25mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$1,000

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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