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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGrand Seiko SBGA413

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
SBGA413
Grand SeikoSBGA413
MSRP $7,200
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.

Grand Seiko SBGA413

Grand Seiko SBGA413 owners and reviewers widely praise its captivating dial, particularly its subtle artistry, and the mesmerizing Spring Drive movement's reliability and unparalleled mechanical accuracy, with some noting their Spring Drive watches run within half a second per day. The 40mm titanium case, featuring intricate geometries and a satin brush finish, is also highlighted, as are the Zaratsu-polished surfaces. Legibility is considered excellent, even with silver hands on the pink dial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGA413 highly for its beautiful dial and the Spring Drive movement's accuracy and refinement.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
SBGA41340mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
SBGA41372h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
SBGA413100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
SBGA413$7,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$7,200
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