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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsCWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
CWCCabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
MSRP $583

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch30m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch$583

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 5030
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$583

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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.

CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch for its domed sapphire crystal and brushed/satin case finish, which contribute to a vintage aesthetic. The case design with wider lugs is noted for providing a beefier, improved appearance. Some owners question the value at over $800, while others defend the price, citing its Swiss-made origin, low production, and collectibility from a respected brand.

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