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Venezianico Nereide MalachitevsGrand Seiko SBGA427

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Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495
SBGA427
Grand SeikoSBGA427
MSRP $5,800
What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA427

Grand Seiko SBGA427 owners widely praise its extensive Zaratsu polishing and the "hall of mirrors" effect created by its diamond-cut indexes, complemented by a subtle, reeded dial and a striking green seconds hand. The 39mm case is noted for its comfortable, tapered bracelet, and the 9R65 Spring Drive movement is visible through the caseback. Some owners report the highly polished Zaratsu finish is prone to scuffs and scratches, with one mentioning a scratch near 1 o'clock. The Grand Seiko SBGA427 sold for $3750. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA427 highly for its exceptional finishing and the unique visual appeal of its dial and indexes.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nereide Malachite42mm
SBGA42739mm
Power Reserve
Nereide Malachite40h
SBGA42772h
Water Resistance
Nereide Malachite200m
SBGA427100m
MSRP
Nereide Malachite$1,495
SBGA427$5,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$5,800
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