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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
42mm
43.3mm
Thickness
12.6mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
23.3mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,210

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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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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