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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsVenezianico Arsenale 37

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Arsenale 37
VenezianicoArsenale 37
MSRP $985

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Arsenale 3737mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Arsenale 3740h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Arsenale 37100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Arsenale 37$985

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
12.6mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
41.1mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$985

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel is praised for its aged steel case and cream sandwich dial. However, some owners dislike the distorted sapphire crystal and the absence of minute markers, with one noting difficulty in replacing the crystal due to hand fitment. The watch features a Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +30 seconds per day, and is offered with two strap options. On balance, owners value the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel for its distinctive aged aesthetic and dial design, despite some reservations about the crystal.

From video reviewers

Movement accuracy is a notable strength, with one reviewer noting a -1.8 second per day deviation after initial testing. A weakness is the substantial price hike for the re-release model, which raises questions about whether the upgrades justify the cost. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one calling it "decidedly derivative" and the other not mentioning this aspect.

Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

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