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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsBrew Metric Lite

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
42mm
30mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
34mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
6T27
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$375

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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