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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard SteelvsYema Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29

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

Vanguard Steel
Gruppo GammaVanguard Steel
MSRP $790
Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29
YemaWristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29
MSRP $2,249

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Steel42mm
Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.2939mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Steel42h
Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.2940h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Steel100m
Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29100m
MSRP
Vanguard Steel$790
Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29$2,249

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Yema CMM.29
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$2,249

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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.

Yema Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29

Owners widely praise the Yema Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29 for its slim 9.5mm case, unique nature-inspired dial, and brushed steel finish. The micro-rotor movement is noted for its 4Hz beat rate and 42-hour power reserve, regulated to -/+ 10 seconds per day. Some owners report concerns regarding the movement and warranty process, while a reviewer questioned the value proposition at its price point and noted minor finishing inconsistencies on a prototype. On balance, the Yema Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds CMM.29 is highly regarded by owners for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability.

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