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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsFarer Discovery II

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$925

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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.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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