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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $549

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Skindiver Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Skindiver Automatic200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Skindiver Automatic$549

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$549

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm for its vintage-inspired design, compact 38mm size, and tool-like aesthetic, offering good value for its price. The watch features ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, a clean dial, and a Miyota 9039 no-date movement. Some owners find the push-pull crown a drawback, while others note the clasp and some bracelet links can feel sharp. Opinions are split on the bracelet design, with some finding it confusing and others praising its articulation and micro-adjustments. One owner found the 40mm case felt larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool-watch appeal at a reasonable price.

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