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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander Rocks

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
C63 Sealander Rocks
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Rocks
MSRP $1,350

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
C63 Sealander Rocks40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
C63 Sealander Rocks38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
C63 Sealander Rocks150m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
C63 Sealander Rocks$1,350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
42.87mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL 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
$1,350

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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 C63 Sealander Rocks

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Rocks for its excellent wearability, comfort, and build quality for the price, with many highlighting its refined dial and versatile design. The 36mm case is noted as wearing well on smaller wrists, and the robust bracelet offers on-the-fly adjustment. Some owners find the branding prominent or the dial too white, and one owner experienced difficulty adjusting the time on their 36mm model. The Sellita SW200-1 movement provides a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Rocks highly for its exceptional wearability and refined dial at its price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and unique stone dial options are strong points. The 36mm case size is a shared feature. Reviewers questioned its value proposition against other watches under $1,000.

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