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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsChristopher Ward C60 Lympstone

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
C60 Lympstone
Christopher WardC60 Lympstone
MSRP $1,615

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
C60 Lympstone40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
C60 Lympstone38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
C60 Lympstone600m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
C60 Lympstone$1,615

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
600m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 GL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,615

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What people say

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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.

Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is praised for its unique matt crushed carbon fiber dial, described as meteor-like, and its gunmetal PVD case which resembles brushed stainless steel with a patina. Owners consistently highlight the excellent X1 lume, noting it glows brightly for an extended period. The watch features two large, easy-to-use screw-down crowns and an internal compass bezel. The PVD coating is reported to be intact and in excellent condition. Overall, owners highly rate the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone for its distinctive dial and robust lume.

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