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Venezianico Nereide AcquafortevsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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

Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Acquaforte40h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Acquaforte200m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.8mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$390

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What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Acquaforte

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide's striking dial design and overall finishing, with many finding its appearance and feel superior in person. The bracelet is noted for its comfort and quality, and the watch is considered suitable for daily wear. Some owners find the case a bit thick for wear under a cuff. The movement is a point of discussion, with one owner preferring a thinner, more accurate caliber over the NH45a, while another review highlights the reliable Sellita SW200-1. The watch is regarded as a good value mechanical diver-style timepiece, featuring a handsome design with a decorative tungsten bezel and aventurine dial, though the stock rubber strap can be stiff. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique engraved case, inspired by Renaissance ornamentation, is a standout feature. The Miyota 9039 automatic movement provides reliable accuracy. A significant drawback is the difficulty in sourcing the watch due to its high demand.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

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