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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsVenezianico Nereide Malachite

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Nereide Malachite42mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Nereide Malachite40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Nereide Malachite200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Nereide Malachite$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
12.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,495

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Malachite

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Malachite for its attractive design and refined finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-end brands. However, one owner reported a bezel alignment issue where it was half a click off to the left, leading to a return. On balance, owners appreciate the Nereide Malachite for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, finding the brand's negative reputation unwarranted.

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