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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsPagani Design PD-1755

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

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
PD-1755
Pagani DesignPD-1755
MSRP $146
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Pagani Design PD-1755

Owners widely report a polarizing design for the Pagani Design PD-1755, with specific criticisms leveled at the dial and bezel color coordination and the mix of curvy and pointy numerals. Some owners find the faux patina to be an "ugly yellow/orange" and express a preference for different crystal shapes. However, the all-brushed finish and clasp receive positive mentions, and some appreciate the retro-future vibe of the bezel contrast. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1755 is a watch whose design elements divide opinion, with its finishing being a notable positive for some owners.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
PD-175540mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
PD-175540h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
PD-1755200m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
PD-1755$146

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$146
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