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Venezianico Nereide AmetistavsOrient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

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Nereide Ametista
VenezianicoNereide Ametista
MSRP $1,250
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds
OrientBambino Version 2 Small Seconds
MSRP $310
What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Ametista

Venezianico Nereide Ametista owners widely praise its striking amethyst-purple dial and proportions, with particular appreciation for the durable tungsten bezel, which is noted as highly resistant to scratches. The bracelet and bezel action also receive consistent positive remarks for their feel and functionality. The watch is frequently highlighted as an excellent choice for a first true dive watch, with its Italian manufacturing and development adding to its appeal. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide Ametista highly for its distinctive dial and robust, well-executed bezel at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 120-click unidirectional tungsten bezel is a strong point, offering excellent durability. The lume brightness could be improved, as the BGW9 Super-LumiNova is not as bright as some other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the standout feature of the watch, with one highlighting the unique dial and the other the sporty yet refined presence of the 42 mm stainless steel case.

Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds as a top budget dress watch, highlighting its vintage aesthetic and upgraded in-house F6222 automatic movement which offers hacking and hand-winding. Reviewers note the case finishing, including brushed sides and a signed crown, contributes to a premium feel for its price point. Some owners find the 40mm case with its 45-46mm lug-to-lug measurement potentially too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds highly for its vintage design and upgraded movement at an accessible price.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Ametista42mm
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds38.4mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Ametista40h
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Ametista200m
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds30m
MSRP
Nereide Ametista$1,250
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds$310

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38.4mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6222
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date, Small seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$310
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