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Venezianico Nereide AmetistavsTissot Heritage 1938

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

Nereide Ametista
VenezianicoNereide Ametista
MSRP $1,250
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Ametista42mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Ametista40h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
Nereide Ametista200m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
Nereide Ametista$1,250
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
39mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
11 1/2'''
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$925

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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.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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