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Venezianico Arsenale UltrablackvsVario Futurist

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Arsenale Ultrablack
VenezianicoArsenale Ultrablack
MSRP $885
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale Ultrablack40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale Ultrablack40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Arsenale Ultrablack100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Arsenale Ultrablack$885
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
8.95mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9029
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$885
$648

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What people say

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Venezianico Arsenale Ultrablack

The Venezianico Arsenale is widely praised for its exceptional finishing and value, with reviewers highlighting the ridged bezel, case sides, and dynamic Côtes de Genève dial. Owners note its impressive wearability, attributed to a thin 8.95mm case, and some see design cues that evoke more expensive watches. One reviewer points out that the strap-changing mechanism is difficult and the watch lacks lume. Overall, reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale highly for its detailed finishing and wearability at its price point.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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