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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGrand Seiko SLGH005

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
SLGH005
Grand SeikoSLGH005
MSRP $9,800

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
SLGH00540mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
SLGH00580h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
SLGH005100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
SLGH005$9,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
47mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9SA5
Power Reserve
42h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$9,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGH005

The Grand Seiko SLGH005 is widely praised for its stunning "White Birch" textured dial, exceptional finishing including mirror-polished indexes and Zaratsu polishing, and the innovative Caliber 9SA5 movement. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the dial's texture and the elaborate, mirror-like indexes. The watch's 40mm stainless steel case is noted for its slender, sporty design and comfortable wearability, with some finding its size well-proportioned and its brushed and polished surfaces practical for hiding scratches. The 9SA5 movement is recognized for its 80-hour power reserve and 36,000 vph hi-beat frequency, though one owner found its finishing less impressive than other movement types in a similar price bracket. Some reviewers consider its price somewhat high relative to alternatives and desire a micro-adjustable bracelet. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGH005 highly for its exquisite dial and finishing, powered by an advanced high-beat movement.

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