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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200
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 SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9S85
Power Reserve
42h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$6,200
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