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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsFarer 36MM THREE HAND

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
36MM THREE HAND
Farer36MM THREE HAND
MSRP $925

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
36MM THREE HAND36mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
36MM THREE HAND68h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
36MM THREE HAND50m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
36MM THREE HAND$925

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
41.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$925

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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.

Farer 36MM THREE HAND

The Farer 36MM THREE HAND is praised for its vibrant dials, compact 1960s-inspired design with fluid lines and slim bezel, and a 68-hour power reserve from its La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement. Reviewers note the 39mm stainless steel case features polished finishes and brushed lugs, a screwed-down crown, and 100m water resistance. Some models include Super-LumiNova Arabic numerals and applied markers with syringe hands. One reviewer found the included red strap too thick and stiff, and the minute hashes difficult to read. On balance, reviewers highlight the unique dial colors and textures, along with the accessible price point, as key strengths of the Farer 36MM THREE HAND collection.

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