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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsCWC 6BB-WR

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
6BB-WR42mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
6BB-WR40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
6BB-WR100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
6BB-WR$1,875

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
12.6mm
14.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
CWC 6BB-WR
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW510
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,875

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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.

CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

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