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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsVenezianico Nereide Avventurina 39

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Nereide Avventurina 39
VenezianicoNereide Avventurina 39
MSRP $895

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Nereide Avventurina 3939mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Nereide Avventurina 3940h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Nereide Avventurina 39200m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Nereide Avventurina 39$895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$895

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What people say

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Avventurina 39

Venezianico Nereide owners and reviewers praise its attractive sunburst blue dial and sapphire crystal, with one reviewer finding its dial superior to similarly priced alternatives. The watch is considered good value at $845 USD, featuring a handsome aventurine dial and tungsten bezel insert that add flair to its design, though the default rubber strap is noted as stiff. The NH35A movement is questioned by some, and the brand's customer service reputation is a concern. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Venezianico Nereide highly for its striking dial and overall value proposition.

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