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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

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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 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Finish
Weathered

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$375
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