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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39vsOrient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

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Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds
OrientBambino Version 2 Small Seconds
MSRP $310

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds38.4mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Aureo 39200m
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds30m
MSRP
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds$310

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
38.4mm
Thickness
10.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
44mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
F6222
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date, Small seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$310

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What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds as a top budget dress watch, highlighting its vintage aesthetic and upgraded in-house F6222 automatic movement which offers hacking and hand-winding. Reviewers note the case finishing, including brushed sides and a signed crown, contributes to a premium feel for its price point. Some owners find the 40mm case with its 45-46mm lug-to-lug measurement potentially too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds highly for its vintage design and upgraded movement at an accessible price.

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