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Venezianico Nereide AmetistavsGrand Seiko SBGN027

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

Nereide Ametista
VenezianicoNereide Ametista
MSRP $1,250
SBGN027
Grand SeikoSBGN027
MSRP $3,700

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Ametista42mm
SBGN02739mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Ametista40h
SBGN02740h
Water Resistance
Nereide Ametista200m
SBGN027200m
MSRP
Nereide Ametista$1,250
SBGN027$3,700

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9F86
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$3,700

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGN027

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGN027 for its exceptional Zaratsu polishing, compact 39mm size, and versatile monochrome aesthetic, noting its thin profile and suitability as a grab-and-go watch. The 9F quartz movement delivers highly accurate timekeeping, with one owner reporting +/- 10 seconds per year. However, some find the lume limited, the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments, and the GMT hand can be easily mistaken for the minute hand. One owner reported a black index on the bezel disappearing after a couple of months. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGN027 highly for its premium finishing and accurate HAQ GMT movement in a wearable size.

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