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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsTissot Pinarello

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Pinarello
TissotPinarello
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Pinarello43.14mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Pinarello80h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Pinarello100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Pinarello$1,775

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
42mm
43.14mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Carbon

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Grey
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
42h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,775

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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.

Tissot Pinarello

The Tissot Pinarello is praised for its lightweight 42mm-43.14mm forged carbon fiber case and asymmetric 10 o'clock crown, designed for comfortable use while cycling. Reviewers highlight its handsome, legible, and tasteful design, featuring a textured dial reminiscent of asphalt. It is powered by a COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement offering an 80-hour power reserve and includes both leather and rubber straps. Criticisms include a weak SuperLumiNova application and a 12 o'clock marker that could be more distinct for angled reading. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Tissot Pinarello for its unique design and practical features tailored for cyclists.

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