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Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39vsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Nereide Avventurina 39
VenezianicoNereide Avventurina 39
MSRP $895
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Avventurina 3939mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Avventurina 3940h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Nereide Avventurina 39200m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Nereide Avventurina 39$895
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$2,414

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What people say

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Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39

Venezianico Nereide owners and reviewers praise its attractive sunburst blue dial and sapphire crystal, with one reviewer finding its dial superior to similarly priced alternatives. The watch is considered good value at $845 USD, featuring a handsome aventurine dial and tungsten bezel insert that add flair to its design, though the default rubber strap is noted as stiff. The NH35A movement is questioned by some, and the brand's customer service reputation is a concern. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Venezianico Nereide highly for its striking dial and overall value proposition.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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