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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
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 SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
44.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

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
$11,100
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