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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsVaer Tactical Field

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Tactical Field$199

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
36mm
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$199

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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

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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