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Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39vsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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The bottom line

Movement is the cleanest split: the Nereide Avventurina 39 runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9039), the SBGZ003 a spring drive (9R02).

What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39

Venezianico Nereide owners and reviewers praise its attractive sunburst blue dial and sapphire crystal, with one reviewer finding its dial superior to similarly priced alternatives. The watch is considered good value at $845 USD, featuring a handsome aventurine dial and tungsten bezel insert that add flair to its design, though the default rubber strap is noted as stiff. The NH35A movement is questioned by some, and the brand's customer service reputation is a concern. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Venezianico Nereide highly for its striking dial and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The unique aventurine dial is a significant strength. The brand's newness and limited recognition is a drawback.

Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39
Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39
MSRP $895
Grand Seiko SBGZ003
Grand Seiko SBGZ003
Nereide Avventurina 39
VenezianicoNereide Avventurina 39
MSRP $895
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Avventurina 3939mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Avventurina 3940h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Nereide Avventurina 39200m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Nereide Avventurina 39$895
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
10.6mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895

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