Marcello C Tridente Date Swiss ETA 2824 Automatic 1000m Diver Ref 2040.2 44mm
The Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are both traditionally designed diver’s watches, playing an homage to the Rolex Submariner. In fact, most people seeing these watches immediately think these are Rolex watches. Upon this occurring, I point out, in a friendly fashion that these are in fact very high quality German watches that in my opinion are just as good, if not better than the Rolex Submariner line, especially considering the vast price difference. One cannot deny the appeal in the name “Rolex.” Rolex spends more money on advertising than almost all other watch companies combined retaining this high image of itself. Regardless, you literally pay for a name, and while Rolex watches are high quality, this is not to say there are not other very good watches out there, many which far exceed Rolex standards.
The two Marcello C. watches also share the same movement. The workhorse ETA 2824-2 automatic mechanical movement, which performs at chronometer levels in both watches. Visually, they share the same functions and design as well. Hands, dial, bracelet, and colors are all the same in appearance, although larger on the Tridente to match the proportions. The differences between the two watches come in two areas, physical dimensions, and engineering for extreme diving conditions. The Tridente also has some minor, but noticeable cosmetic enhancements.
Of course, to most of you, the biggest difference between the two watches is the price. Currently, the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 (with the 2824-2 movement or Sellita equivalent) is about $870 while the Marcello C. Tridente (also with a 2824-2 movement) is about $1430. This is a large disparity to the naked eye, but you need to look closer to understand the difference in value. Let me be clear that personally owning both of these watches, I can highly recommend each of them independently, but the differences do exist.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente exhibit different size dimensions in key areas. The Nettuno 3 is a 40mm case, while the Tridente is 43.8mm. The almost 4mm difference is well noticed and you can see in the images that the Tridente has a more powerful footprint that the Nettuno 3. Also, the Tridente is about 2mm or so thicker than the Nettuno 3, meaning it rises of your wrist a bit more. It also goes to say that the Tridente is a heavier watch because of the increased amount of steel. Your wrist of course will decide your best size, but sometimes I really like the feel of a larger watch. The Tridente also has a considerably larger crown, which is very easy to use. Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente have excellent crowns that are enjoyable to operate, but the larger Tridente crown is more suited to operation with gloves. Because the face of the Tridente is larger, each element on the face is likewise enhanced in size. The hands are more striking in their bigger size, which compliment the traditional dive watch look very well. Another minor difference is the depth rating indicator on the face of the watch which is written in white on the Nettuno 3 and red on the Tridente.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente share bracelet designs but the dimensions are a bit different. The Nettuno 3 bracelet is 20mm wide, and the Tridente bracelet is 22mm and a bit more thick, and also features flexible inner links. Frankly, I find both watches to extremely comfortable. I also feel comfortable saying this having worn many different watch bracelets. Sizing the bracelets is easy if you have the right tools. They each use screws in the links for easier changing. I do recommend however having a high quality screw driver which is the right size, else you will run into trouble. The screws are in tight (for a good reason), and are of the same high quality steel as the rest of the watch. An interesting feature of the Tridente is that it offers a removable bracelet extension. Both watches have a bracelet extension (used to make the watch fit over a diving suit), but the extension can be removed on the Tridente if you do not plan on using it. This is a nice option to have (as I have admittedly never used the diving extension). A minor issue with the Tridente that I own due to the fact that I purchased it new, is that the clasp on the bracelet is extremely tight closing until you wear it in a bit. This is a known issue among watches that I have experienced with other brands such as Tag Heuer. It basically means that taking off your watch requires some prying power when you first get it. Not a big deal, but it amuses me that like a car, you need to “break in” a new watch.
Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente are versatile diving watches, but the Tridente can take you more places, and survive. The Nettuno 3 has the standard 300 meter (about 660 feet) water resistance of a “typical diving watch,” while the Tridente is rated to go 1000 meters (about 3300 feet) below the surface. You might be thinking to yourself, “well, I will never dive to either of those max depths,” but there is more to just water resistance in a watch’s depth rating. In fact, watch companies know that most people don’t use their watches to test the limits of the ocean, and depth ratings can sometimes be used as a measurement of how rugged or hardy a watch can be. A high depth rating means a thicker sapphire crystal, more intense sealing around the inside of the caseback, pushers, and crown, along with thicker materials all around. In this case, while both the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente are constructed from high grade steel, the Tridente is a bit heftier, and has a thicker sapphire crystal. In addition, it has a more sophisticated gasket system in the crown, and one of the best movement shock protection systems around. Yes, it is true that both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are very solid and reliable watches, the Tridente has a bit more “oomph,” that helps justify the premium.
As you can tell from the above read, this is a very nice Timepiece!!
BRAND: Marcello C
MODEL: Tridente Ref 2040.2
MOVEMENT: Automatic – Swiss ETA 2824
CASE: Stainless Steel
CROWN: Screwdown Crown
SIZE: 43.7mm
LUGS: 22mm
DIAL: Black Dial
BEZEL: rotating Diver
CONDITION: Pre-Owned – Excellent!
BOXES/PAPERS: Watch with Travel Case Only! – Everything in pictures.
WATER RESISTANCE: – 1000m
STRAP/BRACELET: – Original Marcello C Stainless Steel Bracelet – currently sized for a 7.5 inch wrist with 1 additional link.
Let us know what you have in your collection!! I consider all watches in trade! Please upload pictures.
The Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are both traditionally designed diver’s watches, playing an homage to the Rolex Submariner. In fact, most people seeing these watches immediately think these are Rolex watches. Upon this occurring, I point out, in a friendly fashion that these are in fact very high quality German watches that in my opinion are just as good, if not better than the Rolex Submariner line, especially considering the vast price difference. One cannot deny the appeal in the name “Rolex.” Rolex spends more money on advertising than almost all other watch companies combined retaining this high image of itself. Regardless, you literally pay for a name, and while Rolex watches are high quality, this is not to say there are not other very good watches out there, many which far exceed Rolex standards.
The two Marcello C. watches also share the same movement. The workhorse ETA 2824-2 automatic mechanical movement, which performs at chronometer levels in both watches. Visually, they share the same functions and design as well. Hands, dial, bracelet, and colors are all the same in appearance, although larger on the Tridente to match the proportions. The differences between the two watches come in two areas, physical dimensions, and engineering for extreme diving conditions. The Tridente also has some minor, but noticeable cosmetic enhancements.
Of course, to most of you, the biggest difference between the two watches is the price. Currently, the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 (with the 2824-2 movement or Sellita equivalent) is about $870 while the Marcello C. Tridente (also with a 2824-2 movement) is about $1430. This is a large disparity to the naked eye, but you need to look closer to understand the difference in value. Let me be clear that personally owning both of these watches, I can highly recommend each of them independently, but the differences do exist.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente exhibit different size dimensions in key areas. The Nettuno 3 is a 40mm case, while the Tridente is 43.8mm. The almost 4mm difference is well noticed and you can see in the images that the Tridente has a more powerful footprint that the Nettuno 3. Also, the Tridente is about 2mm or so thicker than the Nettuno 3, meaning it rises of your wrist a bit more. It also goes to say that the Tridente is a heavier watch because of the increased amount of steel. Your wrist of course will decide your best size, but sometimes I really like the feel of a larger watch. The Tridente also has a considerably larger crown, which is very easy to use. Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente have excellent crowns that are enjoyable to operate, but the larger Tridente crown is more suited to operation with gloves. Because the face of the Tridente is larger, each element on the face is likewise enhanced in size. The hands are more striking in their bigger size, which compliment the traditional dive watch look very well. Another minor difference is the depth rating indicator on the face of the watch which is written in white on the Nettuno 3 and red on the Tridente.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente share bracelet designs but the dimensions are a bit different. The Nettuno 3 bracelet is 20mm wide, and the Tridente bracelet is 22mm and a bit more thick, and also features flexible inner links. Frankly, I find both watches to extremely comfortable. I also feel comfortable saying this having worn many different watch bracelets. Sizing the bracelets is easy if you have the right tools. They each use screws in the links for easier changing. I do recommend however having a high quality screw driver which is the right size, else you will run into trouble. The screws are in tight (for a good reason), and are of the same high quality steel as the rest of the watch. An interesting feature of the Tridente is that it offers a removable bracelet extension. Both watches have a bracelet extension (used to make the watch fit over a diving suit), but the extension can be removed on the Tridente if you do not plan on using it. This is a nice option to have (as I have admittedly never used the diving extension). A minor issue with the Tridente that I own due to the fact that I purchased it new, is that the clasp on the bracelet is extremely tight closing until you wear it in a bit. This is a known issue among watches that I have experienced with other brands such as Tag Heuer. It basically means that taking off your watch requires some prying power when you first get it. Not a big deal, but it amuses me that like a car, you need to “break in” a new watch.
Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente are versatile diving watches, but the Tridente can take you more places, and survive. The Nettuno 3 has the standard 300 meter (about 660 feet) water resistance of a “typical diving watch,” while the Tridente is rated to go 1000 meters (about 3300 feet) below the surface. You might be thinking to yourself, “well, I will never dive to either of those max depths,” but there is more to just water resistance in a watch’s depth rating. In fact, watch companies know that most people don’t use their watches to test the limits of the ocean, and depth ratings can sometimes be used as a measurement of how rugged or hardy a watch can be. A high depth rating means a thicker sapphire crystal, more intense sealing around the inside of the caseback, pushers, and crown, along with thicker materials all around. In this case, while both the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente are constructed from high grade steel, the Tridente is a bit heftier, and has a thicker sapphire crystal. In addition, it has a more sophisticated gasket system in the crown, and one of the best movement shock protection systems around. Yes, it is true that both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are very solid and reliable watches, the Tridente has a bit more “oomph,” that helps justify the premium.
As you can tell from the above read, this is a very nice Timepiece!!
BRAND: Marcello C
MODEL: Tridente Ref 2040.2
MOVEMENT: Automatic – Swiss ETA 2824
CASE: Stainless Steel
CROWN: Screwdown Crown
SIZE: 43.7mm
LUGS: 22mm
DIAL: Black Dial
BEZEL: rotating Diver
CONDITION: Pre-Owned – Excellent!
BOXES/PAPERS: Watch with Travel Case Only! – Everything in pictures.
WATER RESISTANCE: – 1000m
STRAP/BRACELET: – Original Marcello C Stainless Steel Bracelet – currently sized for a 7.5 inch wrist with 1 additional link.
The Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are both traditionally designed diver’s watches, playing an homage to the Rolex Submariner. In fact, most people seeing these watches immediately think these are Rolex watches. Upon this occurring, I point out, in a friendly fashion that these are in fact very high quality German watches that in my opinion are just as good, if not better than the Rolex Submariner line, especially considering the vast price difference. One cannot deny the appeal in the name “Rolex.” Rolex spends more money on advertising than almost all other watch companies combined retaining this high image of itself. Regardless, you literally pay for a name, and while Rolex watches are high quality, this is not to say there are not other very good watches out there, many which far exceed Rolex standards.
The two Marcello C. watches also share the same movement. The workhorse ETA 2824-2 automatic mechanical movement, which performs at chronometer levels in both watches. Visually, they share the same functions and design as well. Hands, dial, bracelet, and colors are all the same in appearance, although larger on the Tridente to match the proportions. The differences between the two watches come in two areas, physical dimensions, and engineering for extreme diving conditions. The Tridente also has some minor, but noticeable cosmetic enhancements.
Of course, to most of you, the biggest difference between the two watches is the price. Currently, the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 (with the 2824-2 movement or Sellita equivalent) is about $870 while the Marcello C. Tridente (also with a 2824-2 movement) is about $1430. This is a large disparity to the naked eye, but you need to look closer to understand the difference in value. Let me be clear that personally owning both of these watches, I can highly recommend each of them independently, but the differences do exist.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente exhibit different size dimensions in key areas. The Nettuno 3 is a 40mm case, while the Tridente is 43.8mm. The almost 4mm difference is well noticed and you can see in the images that the Tridente has a more powerful footprint that the Nettuno 3. Also, the Tridente is about 2mm or so thicker than the Nettuno 3, meaning it rises of your wrist a bit more. It also goes to say that the Tridente is a heavier watch because of the increased amount of steel. Your wrist of course will decide your best size, but sometimes I really like the feel of a larger watch. The Tridente also has a considerably larger crown, which is very easy to use. Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente have excellent crowns that are enjoyable to operate, but the larger Tridente crown is more suited to operation with gloves. Because the face of the Tridente is larger, each element on the face is likewise enhanced in size. The hands are more striking in their bigger size, which compliment the traditional dive watch look very well. Another minor difference is the depth rating indicator on the face of the watch which is written in white on the Nettuno 3 and red on the Tridente.
The Nettuno 3 and Tridente share bracelet designs but the dimensions are a bit different. The Nettuno 3 bracelet is 20mm wide, and the Tridente bracelet is 22mm and a bit more thick, and also features flexible inner links. Frankly, I find both watches to extremely comfortable. I also feel comfortable saying this having worn many different watch bracelets. Sizing the bracelets is easy if you have the right tools. They each use screws in the links for easier changing. I do recommend however having a high quality screw driver which is the right size, else you will run into trouble. The screws are in tight (for a good reason), and are of the same high quality steel as the rest of the watch. An interesting feature of the Tridente is that it offers a removable bracelet extension. Both watches have a bracelet extension (used to make the watch fit over a diving suit), but the extension can be removed on the Tridente if you do not plan on using it. This is a nice option to have (as I have admittedly never used the diving extension). A minor issue with the Tridente that I own due to the fact that I purchased it new, is that the clasp on the bracelet is extremely tight closing until you wear it in a bit. This is a known issue among watches that I have experienced with other brands such as Tag Heuer. It basically means that taking off your watch requires some prying power when you first get it. Not a big deal, but it amuses me that like a car, you need to “break in” a new watch.
Both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente are versatile diving watches, but the Tridente can take you more places, and survive. The Nettuno 3 has the standard 300 meter (about 660 feet) water resistance of a “typical diving watch,” while the Tridente is rated to go 1000 meters (about 3300 feet) below the surface. You might be thinking to yourself, “well, I will never dive to either of those max depths,” but there is more to just water resistance in a watch’s depth rating. In fact, watch companies know that most people don’t use their watches to test the limits of the ocean, and depth ratings can sometimes be used as a measurement of how rugged or hardy a watch can be. A high depth rating means a thicker sapphire crystal, more intense sealing around the inside of the caseback, pushers, and crown, along with thicker materials all around. In this case, while both the Marcello C. Nettuno 3 and Tridente are constructed from high grade steel, the Tridente is a bit heftier, and has a thicker sapphire crystal. In addition, it has a more sophisticated gasket system in the crown, and one of the best movement shock protection systems around. Yes, it is true that both the Nettuno 3 and Tridente models are very solid and reliable watches, the Tridente has a bit more “oomph,” that helps justify the premium.
As you can tell from the above read, this is a very nice Timepiece!!
BRAND: Marcello C
MODEL: Tridente Ref 2040.2
MOVEMENT: Automatic – Swiss ETA 2824
CASE: Stainless Steel
CROWN: Screwdown Crown
SIZE: 43.7mm
LUGS: 22mm
DIAL: Black Dial
BEZEL: rotating Diver
CONDITION: Pre-Owned – Excellent!
BOXES/PAPERS: Watch with Travel Case Only! – Everything in pictures.
WATER RESISTANCE: – 1000m
STRAP/BRACELET: – Original Marcello C Stainless Steel Bracelet – currently sized for a 7.5 inch wrist with 1 additional link.
Let us know what you have in your collection!! I consider all watches in trade! Please upload pictures.
Let us know what you have in your collection!! I consider all watches in trade! Please upload pictures.
Let us know what you have in your collection!! I consider all watches in trade! Please upload pictures.
Let us know what you have in your collection!! I consider all watches in trade! Please upload pictures.
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