Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGlycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0558
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Measurements
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Vanguard Weathered
Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0558
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
n/a
Thickness
12.6mm
11.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$790
$700
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered's dial and bronze case finishing, with one owner finding the bronze surprisingly appealing. The automatic Miyota 9039 movement is noted for its exceptionally smooth winding action. Overall, owners rate the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered highly for its appealing dial and case finishing.
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.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0558 for its robust build and impressive quality for the price, with one owner noting it performed exceptionally well after rough use, diving, and drops. Accuracy is reported as excellent by one owner. One owner found the movement clanky and the strap poor on a different Combat model. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0558 highly for its exceptional value and durability.
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