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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsEcho/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Averau 39 Moon Phase
Echo/NeutraAverau 39 Moon Phase
MSRP $1,085

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Averau 39 Moon Phase39mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Averau 39 Moon Phase38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Averau 39 Moon Phase100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Averau 39 Moon Phase$1,085

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Weathered
Brushed + Polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Superluminova BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW280-1 elaboré
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Complications
None
Moon Phase

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,085

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase for its clear dial, excellent lume, and the unique, readable moon phase complication, with many finding the 39mm size perfect for a field watch and appreciating the overall finishing and bracelet quality. Some owners find setting the moon phase requires frequent adjustment and can be difficult to set accurately, while one owner noted the moon phase model is thicker than anticipated but still wears well. On balance, owners rate the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 Moon Phase highly for its distinctive design and strong value.

From video reviewers

The moon phase complication is a notable strength, integrating a high-end feature into a field watch design. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any specific weaknesses.

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