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Venezianico Nereide TurchesevsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Nereide Turchese
VenezianicoNereide Turchese
MSRP $1,395
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Turchese42mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Turchese40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Turchese200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Nereide Turchese$1,395
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
$1,395
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Venezianico Nereide Turchese

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide's stunning dial, particularly the Avventurina variant, and its good quality finishing and comfortable bracelet, making it suitable for everyday wear. Some owners express a desire for a thinner movement and a smaller diameter option. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its striking dial design and overall build quality at the price point.

From video reviewers

The unique natural turquoise dial is a standout feature, with each disc carefully selected from a lump of the mineral, giving the watch an individual character. A weakness of the watch is its relatively limited production run, which the reviewer notes will likely sell out quickly. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer suggesting it may be a case of style over substance due to its $1,000 price point, while another reviewer did not mention the price as a concern.

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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