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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsVaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)
VaerTactical Field (40mm Solar)
MSRP $349

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)36mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Tactical Field (40mm Solar)$349

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12.6mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
40mm Solar
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$349

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

Vaer Tactical Field (40mm Solar)

The Vaer Tactical Field is praised for its robust build, 100m water resistance, and a domed sapphire crystal with AR coating. Owners consistently highlight its exceptional, long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova lume and thin profile that wears well without snagging on sleeves. Some owners note the second hand may occasionally miss indicators due to hand-assembly, but consider it a minor issue for a watch that keeps perfect time. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price.

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