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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
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 SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9S66
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$6,100
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