Seiko 62MASvsVenezianico Nereide 42

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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.

Seiko 62MAS at true scale

62MAS

Venezianico Nereide 42 at true scale

Nereide 42

Diameter

40.5mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.6mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

13.2mm

12.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$1,200

$724

lowest

Movement

Seiko 6R35

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.6mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
n/a
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$724
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Reviews

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

Seiko 62MAS

Owners widely praise the Seiko 62MAS for its beautiful vintage-inspired finishing, crisp bezel action, and overall build quality, with many appreciating its comfortable 40.5mm case and slim apparent height. Some owners report accuracy issues with the 6R movement, while others find it runs within specifications, and opinions are split on whether the 40mm size is too large for smaller wrists, with some noting it can wear top-heavy. The price point is considered high by some, though others deem it fair for a new watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 62MAS highly for its faithful recreation of the original design and refined modern interpretation.

From video reviewers

The 37.5mm-38mm case size is a significant strength, offering a historically accurate and comfortable fit. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Venezianico Nereide 42

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide 42 for its exceptional case and bracelet finishing, with sharp polished edges and a striking layered dial construction that creates a floating effect for hands and indices. The watch is noted for wearing smaller than its 42mm case size suggests, and its lume is described as notably bright. Some owners highlight the comfort and quality of the included strap, while others specifically praise the bracelet. The Seiko NH35 movement is considered cost-effective for servicing. One owner purchased the 42mm black model for €565. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide 42 highly for its impressive finishing and wearability at its price point.