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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsVenezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42

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

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Nereide Tungsteno 42
VenezianicoNereide Tungsteno 42
MSRP $975

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Nereide Tungsteno 4242mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Nereide Tungsteno 4240h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Nereide Tungsteno 42200m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Nereide Tungsteno 42$975

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
12.6mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49mm
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
$975

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42

The Venezianico Nereide is widely praised for its attractive design, featuring a unique tungsten bezel and a sapphire crystal, with owners highlighting the quality bracelet and sunburst blue dial. Some reviewers note the stock rubber strap can be stiff, and owners mention split pins on the bracelet requiring a half link for ideal fit. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting gains of about +15 seconds per day, while others note a thin profile and reliable Sellita SW200-1 or Miyota 9039 movements. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers strong value, with its unique dial and bezel being frequently cited as standout features for the price.

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