Which is cheaper, the Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 or the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

At MSRP the Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 is the cheaper of the two at $1,150, against $4,100 for the Grand Seiko SBGX355 — a $2,950 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 or the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

The Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 wears larger at 39mm versus 37mm for the Grand Seiko SBGX355 — a 2mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

The Venezianico Nereide GMT 39 runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9075), while the Grand Seiko SBGX355 runs a quartz (9F62).

Side by side

Venezianico Nereide GMT 39vsGrand Seiko SBGX355

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Venezianico Nereide GMT 39

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MSRP $1,150

Grand Seiko SBGX355

sbgx355g

MSRP $4,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Nereide GMT 3939mm

SBGX35537mm

Power Reserve

Nereide GMT 3940h

SBGX35540h

Water Resistance

Nereide GMT 39100m

SBGX355100m

MSRP

Nereide GMT 39$1,150

SBGX355$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9075

9F62

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,150

$4,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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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Grand Seiko SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

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