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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42vsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Nereide Aureo 42
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 42
MSRP $1,495
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Aureo 4242mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Aureo 4240h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Aureo 42200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Nereide Aureo 42$1,495
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 for its striking 24K gold-plated dial, often described as a captivating blend of luxury and sportiness, and its smooth winding action from the Swiss SW200 movement. Reviewers highlight the impressive spectacle offered by the gold dial and tungsten bezel for its price point, with one owner noting its comfortable wearability and another appreciating its tool watch identity despite the bling. However, some owners report issues with bezel alignment, and reviewers point out that the polished tungsten bezel attracts fingerprints, while the white date wheel is a mismatched detail. The clasp on the Sansovino bracelet lacks on-the-fly adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Nereide Aureo 42 highly for its unique 24K gold dial and exceptional value at its price.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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