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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsTraska Venturer GMT

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9075
Power Reserve
42h
42h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$785

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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.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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