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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsSeiko 5KX

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
5KX
Seiko5KX
MSRP $350
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.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its strong lume and comfortable wearability, with many noting its compact feel due to a short lug-to-lug length. The NH36 movement's accuracy varies, with typical performance between +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some report better. A lack of screw-down crown and ISO certification are noted drawbacks for its water resistance. Some owners find the bracelet to be of cheaper construction with hollow links, and a few have reported quality control issues. The consensus is that the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series offers good value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its tool-like nature and iconic lineage.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
5KX42.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
5KX41h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
5KX100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
5KX$350

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$350
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