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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsPhoibos Voyager GMT

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

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Voyager GMT
PhoibosVoyager GMT
MSRP $429

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Voyager GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Voyager GMT40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Voyager GMT100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Voyager GMT$429

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Red

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH34
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$429

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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.

Phoibos Voyager GMT

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Voyager GMT for its exceptional fit and finish, attractive dials that play with light, and outstanding lume. The bezel action is described as perfect with a grippy, smooth-threaded crown, and the bracelet clasp is noted as high quality for the price. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day and another around -6 seconds per day. Some owners find the 14.5mm thickness chunky and difficult to wear with long sleeves, and the 24-click bezel limits tracking to hour-offset time zones. The date color can blend into the dial, and the date wheel may show slight misalignment. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Voyager GMT highly for its vibrant dials and excellent value.

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