Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39vsOrient Kamasu

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 at true scale

Nereide Tungsteno 39

Orient Kamasu at true scale

Kamasu

Diameter

39mm

41.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$886

$375

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9039

Orient F6922

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41.8mm
Thickness
10.5mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$886
$375
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Reviews

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

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39

Owners widely report the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 offers quality comparable to watches in the $500-$1000 range, with a unique iridescent tungsten bezel and mother-of-pearl dial that shifts dynamically with light. Some users note a stiff bezel that loosens over time and desire brighter lume. The bracelet is criticized for split pins, lack of micro-adjustments, and quick-release functionality, with one owner reporting the need for ultrasonic cleaning and oiling to achieve smoothness. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 39 a well-executed and attractive dress diver for its price, largely due to its unique materials and thin profile.

From video reviewers

The mother-of-pearl dial and the 39mm case size are frequently praised. Reviewers also noted the tungsten bezel as a positive feature. No shared weaknesses were identified.

Orient Kamasu

Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its exceptional value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and appealing design features like applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its strong lume, sapphire crystal, hacking and hand-winding F6922 movement, and comfortable, well-proportioned case. However, multiple sources note that the bezel exhibits noticeable play and can sometimes become sticky, while some owners find the bracelet's hollow end links and pressed clasp to be a weak point, with one owner reporting a rattle and another finding the crown difficult to grip. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features for the price point, making it a standout value diver.

From video reviewers

The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.