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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsPhoibos Depth Hunter

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Depth Hunter40mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Depth Hunter40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Depth Hunter300m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Depth Hunter$470

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$470

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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.

Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

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