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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsPhoibos Apollo

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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