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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsSeestern S446 GMT

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Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
S446 GMT
SeesternS446 GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
S446 GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
S446 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
S446 GMT100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
S446 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Cream
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH34A GMT
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
42h
41hh
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$299

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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.

Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S446 GMT for its stunning finishing and extreme value, with a sapphire crystal and adjustable clasp. The winding action is noted as buttery smooth, and the 39.5mm case size is considered very wearable. Some owners, however, flag the lume as a weak point and one owner found the bracelet clasp lacked sufficient micro-adjustment. The Seestern S446 GMT is considered an extreme value for the dollar. Overall, owners rate the Seestern S446 GMT highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.

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