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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsSeiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

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At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition41h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition200m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition$795

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
47.7mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$795

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition is praised for its well-executed movie homage, featuring a striking silver-to-blue gradient dial with a hidden shark design and the "JAWS" logo. Owners note the special case back marked with the Orca boat and shark fin, and the inclusion of a special box. The watch is considered a fun summer piece, with a comfortable blue silicone strap, despite its 45mm dimensions. The 4R36 automatic movement is noted to have a 41-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between +45 and -35 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition for its unique Jaws-themed dial and commemorative details.

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