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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsTudor Pelagos

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Pelagos
TudorPelagos
MSRP $6,025

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Pelagos40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Pelagos70h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Pelagos500m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Pelagos$6,025

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Satin
Water Resistance
100m
500m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
MT5612
Power Reserve
42h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$6,025

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What people say

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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.

Tudor Pelagos

Owners widely praise the Tudor Pelagos for its robust tool-watch aesthetic, titanium case that offers a light and balanced feel, and excellent value. Reviewers highlight its 1000 meters of water resistance, METAS-certified movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and the fully lumed dial and bezel. The 60-click bezel action is described as lovely, and the self-adjusting clasp provides useful micro-adjustment. Some owners note that the sharp finishing, particularly on the bracelet, can feel cold. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos highly for its exceptional value and robust dive watch specifications.

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