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Venezianico Nereide AcquafortevsGrand Seiko SBGE277

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

Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000
SBGE277
Grand SeikoSBGE277
MSRP $6,800

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
SBGE27744mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Acquaforte40h
SBGE27772h
Water Resistance
Nereide Acquaforte200m
SBGE277200m
MSRP
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000
SBGE277$6,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
11.9mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9R66
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$6,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGE277

Owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, with one owner noting their wrist size can accommodate it. The watch was purchased in Japan for $4950 USD, benefiting from a 35-year low yen. One owner expresses significant concern over reported negative experiences with the brand's New Jersey service center, fearing long wait times and subpar treatment. On balance, owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, though service center experiences are a notable concern for some.

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