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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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