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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsBaltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze

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

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Hermétique Tourer Bronze
BalticHermétique Tourer Bronze
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Hermétique Tourer Bronze37mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Hermétique Tourer Bronze42h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Hermétique Tourer Bronze150m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Hermétique Tourer Bronze$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$648

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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.

Baltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze

The Baltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze is widely praised for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, featuring a bronze case and a smoked dial that develops a unique patina. Owners and reviewers highlight its comfortable wearability, noting the slim case profile and manageable lug-to-lug distance. The watch offers 150 meters of water resistance, supported by a recessed crown that contributes to its silhouette, though some find it tricky to grip. It is powered by the Miyota 9039 movement, which provides a 42-hour power reserve and a smooth seconds hand sweep, with accuracy reported between -10/+30 seconds per day. Overall, the Baltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze is highly regarded for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's slim profile and comfortable fit are consistently praised. Reviewers note the bronze case develops a unique patina. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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