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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsFarer TONNEAU

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What people say

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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.

Farer TONNEAU

Owners widely praise the Farer TONNEAU's vibrant dial colors, with the green and electric blue versions both noted as particularly attractive, often paired with the tan leather strap. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its impressive 100m water resistance. The movement's color-matched rotor is a appreciated detail. However, opinions on the case design are split; some find it relatively thin and well-executed, while others criticize its soft silhouette, wide bezel, and clumsy proportions. The $1,250 price is noted. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Farer TONNEAU's striking dial colors and robust water resistance, though the case design elicits mixed reactions.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
TONNEAU35mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
TONNEAU56h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
TONNEAU100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
TONNEAU$1,095

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L high-grade stainless steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
42h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,095
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