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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsStudio Underd0g Champagne & Caviar

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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.

Studio Underd0g Champagne & Caviar

The Studio Underd0g Champagne & Caviar is a polarizing monopusher chronograph with a unique dial design inspired by luxury food and drink, featuring a textured champagne top dial and a caviar-themed subdial. Owners and reviewers are split on its aesthetic, with some calling the design "so fucking bad" and "gross," while others appreciate its "awesome" concept. It is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510M Elaboré movement with a 63-hour power reserve and is rated at ±5 seconds per day, housed in a 38.5mm stainless steel case and priced at $2,200. On balance, the Studio Underd0g Champagne & Caviar is a unique but divisive chronograph, with its polarizing design being the primary point of contention among enthusiasts and reviewers.

From video reviewers

The Studio Underd0g Standard's Sellita SW210-1 automatic movement offers a 42-hour power reserve. The watch's build quality is a notable weakness, with reviewers mentioning that it's not as well-polished as its competitors. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer comparing it to the Gibson Les Paul and another noting its price is more accessible than the standard Brunswick.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Champagne & Caviar39.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Champagne & Caviar40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Champagne & Caviar
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Champagne & Caviar$1,750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,750
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