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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsVario Futurist

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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