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Sternglas MerionvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Merion$701
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45.5mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$1,000

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What people say

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Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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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