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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsCitizen Corso

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Corso100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
8729
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$296

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

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