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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsFarer AQUAMATIC

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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.

Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
AQUAMATIC41h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
AQUAMATIC200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
AQUAMATIC$875

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$875
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