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Venezianico Nereide LapislazzulivsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Nereide Lapislazzuli
VenezianicoNereide Lapislazzuli
MSRP $1,250
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Lapislazzuli42mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Lapislazzuli40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Lapislazzuli200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Nereide Lapislazzuli$1,250
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$279

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What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Lapislazzuli

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide for its exceptional dial work, particularly the mother-of-pearl blue and lapis lazuli variants, and its well-executed case finishing with consistent brushing and polished edges. The 39mm version is noted for its thin 10mm profile and comfortable wearability, while the bracelet is generally considered good quality. Some owners feel the NH45a movement is a drawback, preferring a thinner and more accurate caliber. One owner specifically noted weak lume on the seconds hand and bezel triangle, along with some play in the crown's hand-setting on the 39mm model. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its stunning dial options and refined finishing at its price point.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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