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Venezianico Nereide MalachitevsOrient Kamasu

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Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495
Kamasu
OrientKamasu
MSRP $375
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 Malachite

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Malachite for its attractive design and refined finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-end brands. However, one owner reported a bezel alignment issue where it was half a click off to the left, leading to a return. On balance, owners appreciate the Nereide Malachite for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, finding the brand's negative reputation unwarranted.

Orient Kamasu

Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its excellent value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and attractive design featuring applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its strong lume, hacking and hand-winding movement, sapphire crystal, and sub-42mm dimensions. Some owners note a rattle, a crown that can be hard to grip, and a bezel with noticeable play or a tendency to become sticky. The bracelet is frequently criticized for its hollow end links and pressed clasp, though opinions on its taper vary. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from approximately +15 seconds per day to more precise timekeeping. Overall, owners rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Malachite42mm
Kamasu41.8mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Malachite40h
Kamasu40h
Water Resistance
Nereide Malachite200m
Kamasu200m
MSRP
Nereide Malachite$1,495
Kamasu$375

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$375
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