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Seiko King Seiko VANACvsVenezianico Nereide GMT 39

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King Seiko VANAC
SeikoKing Seiko VANAC
MSRP $3,850
Nereide GMT 39
VenezianicoNereide GMT 39
MSRP $1,150

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko VANAC41mm
Nereide GMT 3939mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko VANAC72h
Nereide GMT 3940h
Water Resistance
King Seiko VANAC100m
Nereide GMT 39100m
MSRP
King Seiko VANAC$3,850
Nereide GMT 39$1,150

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14.3mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.1mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
17mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Yes
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8L45
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
35
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$1,150

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What people say

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Seiko King Seiko VANAC

Owners widely praise the King Seiko VANAC's sharp case lines, intricate finishing, and unique 1970s aesthetic, with many highlighting the striking dial colors and premium feel. Reviewers note the 41mm titanium case, box sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance, and the 72-hour power reserve of the 8L45 movement, rated to -5/+10 seconds per day. Some owners find the bracelet design could be improved with a narrower taper, and the watch's thickness is a concern for some, particularly given its price point. The consensus is that the King Seiko VANAC offers a distinctive vintage-inspired design and quality finishing, making it a compelling, albeit polarizing, choice.

Venezianico Nereide GMT 39

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide GMT for its attractive, unique design featuring a tungsten bezel and blue MOP dial, and its good build quality for the price. One owner notes it keeps great time and looks beautiful, while another highlights the Miyota 9039 movement contributes to a thin profile. However, some owners express disappointment with the bracelet's split pins and the absence of a standard half link for optimal fit. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide GMT highly for its distinctive aesthetic and value proposition.

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