Side by side

Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsCitizen Corso

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

Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Corso100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
8729
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$296

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered vs Citizen Corso gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

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 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.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.