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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsJack Mason Pursuit Pilot

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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.

Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot

Owners widely praise the Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot for its timeless design, solid feel, and comfortable 39mm wearability, with reviewers highlighting its excellent legibility and bright Super-LumiNova X2 lume blocks. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement is noted for its accuracy, regulated to within +/- 5 seconds per day and offering a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest considering more established brands for perceived reliability, and a minority find the blue anti-reflective coating and bracelet to be minor drawbacks, with one owner desiring a larger pilot crown. On balance, reviewers and owners rate the Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot highly for its comfortable wearability and robust build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point, including US assembly and regulation, is a key strength. The anti-magnetic cage adds heft but remains balanced on the wrist.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Pursuit Pilot39mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Pursuit Pilot68h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Pursuit Pilot150m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Pursuit Pilot$1,399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
42h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,399
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