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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39vsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Aureo 3940h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Aureo 39200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
10.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$428

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What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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