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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsChristopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition
Christopher WardC60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition
MSRP $2,570

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition47.9mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition56h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition300m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition$2,570

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
47.9mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
47.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Yellow
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
56h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$2,570

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel is praised for its aged steel case and cream sandwich dial. However, some owners dislike the distorted sapphire crystal and the absence of minute markers, with one noting difficulty in replacing the crystal due to hand fitment. The watch features a Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +30 seconds per day, and is offered with two strap options. On balance, owners value the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Steel for its distinctive aged aesthetic and dial design, despite some reservations about the crystal.

From video reviewers

Movement accuracy is a notable strength, with one reviewer noting a -1.8 second per day deviation after initial testing. A weakness is the substantial price hike for the re-release model, which raises questions about whether the upgrades justify the cost. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one calling it "decidedly derivative" and the other not mentioning this aspect.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition is widely praised for its well-executed Light-catcher titanium case and comfortable 41mm build, with owners highlighting its excellent bezel and crown action and overall finishing quality. The spectacular Globolight lume on the dial and hands offers a bright, even glow and legibility, ultimately winning over initial reservations about the large markers. Some reviewers note that the end links can appear slightly longer than the lugs, and one owner expressed a preference for grade 5 titanium over grade 2 for improved scratch resistance. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition highly for its impressive lume and exceptional case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features a unique dial that provides a good experience in both day and night conditions. One weakness is the relatively high price point of the watch, especially when compared to other divers in the market. Reviewers disagree on the significance of the watch's ultra-slim design.

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