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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsSwatch Sistem Rosee

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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.

Swatch Sistem Rosee

Owners widely praise the Swatch Sistem Rosee as a fun and worthwhile entry into automatic watches, appreciating its visible balance wheel and the value it offers. The automatic movement is noted as durable and designed for longevity, with a clutch to prevent overwinding. Some owners report accuracy within -12 seconds over seven days, while Swatch aims for -5/+15 seconds per day with a 90-hour power reserve. The watch's lume is described as poor, and the case is sealed and non-repairable, leading to concerns about longevity and repairability, with some viewing it as a disposable fashion watch. Overall, owners rate the Swatch Sistem Rosee highly for its accessible price point and automatic movement, despite its non-serviceable construction.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Sistem Rosee42mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Sistem Rosee
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Sistem Rosee30m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Sistem Rosee$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Mechanical
Thickness
12.6mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
50.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$285
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