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Venezianico Nereide AcquafortevsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Acquaforte40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Acquaforte200m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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