Unique and well made , not many dial and cases like this. The aged steel, luminous dial brings a smile to my face.
Always a pleasure dealing with GG, and the quality is top notch
I think it warrants 4,5 stars if not more. The execution is superb and as my 5th or 6th GG watch Gruppo Gamma does not disappoint. The box it comes in is also great and the XL leather strap is perfect.
The bracelet is actually too big for me as shipped and I've got big wrists. I cheaped out on the changing tool which I now slightly regret. For some reason I was expecting the bracelet to come with some spare links. I guess putting the links on the bracelet and having customers remove as many as they need rather than having small items that could get lost, is an efficient way to go. The small deduction that doesn't make it a perfect 5/5 is that they were selling the tool to adjust the bracelet, but it wasn't clear to me that most people would need to buy it or have the tools themselves.
I wasn't sure about the new "weathered steel", but let me tell you, it is spectacular in person. The pictures just can't capture the real beauty of this finish. That, combined with the lume-infused carbon fiber sandwich dial make for quite a satisfying and gratifying build on the wrist. It is a solid build with an excellent Miyota movement under the hood. Of course, the matching buckle makes a pretty complete package and I appreciate the availability of a longer strap to fit larger wrists. I, for one, would like to see a matching bracelet. THAT would make this a perfect build!!
look nice on hand. the case appears a little bit dark than as seen in the photo but not bothering.
This release of Vanguards was highly anticipated and Gruppo Gamma delivered, as always! The mesmerizing dials, the slick crown guard, the weathered steel finish on this model is not only unique but stunning. And how many brands give you the choice of an XL size strap - GG is the only I know! Of course, the lume is incredible! I bought two of these Vanguards - this weathered steel model with a date and the stainless steel model with a bracelet. I’m extremely impressed and pleased with my purchases!
The watch in the raw steel case looks insane. This is my next purchase of a watch from Gruppo Gamma and certainly not the last.
Love the watch. Very well made looking forward to many years of it on my wrist. Thank You
I love this watch and haven’t had it off since delivery. I set the time to my iPhone and it is spot on 5 days later. The quality of the case is fantastic and 42mm size is perfect for all sizes of wrist. The dial face is one of a kind with its luminous glow and love the hands and red second hand. The crown guard and lock is perfect with its silky smooth movement. I absolutely love this watch and couldn’t e happier with it.
I’ve been adding to a small bronze collection this year, and the Peacemaker is a wonderful addition. Beautifully made, very accurate, fun to hand wind. I love it. My only beef is the strap. I had to spend $100 to get a quality leather strap, which IMHO should be an option on a $1,000 watch ..
The strap arrived pretty quickly and the service was excellent! Thanks again to the team!
I received good service from Gruppo Gamma and received a fantastic watch. Great looking and of great quality. Recommend these guys
All the specs are exactly like i wanted them to be. The loom is perfect and it looks very good on the rubber strap it came on. The inside of the lugs has very sharp edges. But thats the only thing i didn‘t like.
Very nice watch, extremely nice finishing. Really need to see it in person to appreciate it. Impressive.
I will begin this review with the obvious: I love this watch. I will admit I was hesitant about the purchase, but the contrast of the brass with the green dial did me in. The sandwich dial design, with the generously lumed numbers and minute track, is easily legible in low light and lasts at least until 6am. The bronze case design is a hybrid of a Radiomir and a Luminor, and is already developing a nice patina in our humid Florida weather, but since the caseback is sapphire in a stainless ring, it wont touch my skin. The crown unscrews and winds very smoothly. I am very grateful that they regulated the ETA 2824-2 movement perfectly before sending it to me, it is very accurate, and giving me +3 s/d. The supplied green rubber strap will let me wear it in all conditions without having to baby it.
Thank you so much for making this watch!
Peacemaker PN-20 (Preorder)
I’ve bought a lot of watches directly from the maker or authorized dealer. My experience upon receiving and checking it out is typically a mixed bag - things I love, like and some “nits”. Some go overboard on expensive packaging just ends up in storage, the leather straps are almost always a disappointment - short, cheap, etc.
I’ve never been disappointed with Gruppo Gamma Time Instruments. The packaging is just right - relatively inexpensive but effective. When I open it, the watch always sings to me! I get to choose the strap(s) I want, and even better, they are supple and actually fit me!! For those with a see through case like my PN-20, there is nothing like turning the watch over, winding it and seeing the movement come to life! Of course , the very best part is putting it on my wrist!
Beautiful look and elegant classy appearance. In blue perfectly match any outfit.
I love this watch. The color, the bronze, the small seconds, the no-date dial, the hand-wind movement … it’s perfect. I even like the rubber strap, although I have a tan leather on the way from HDStraps. My only complaint is the springbars. I like quick-release bars, but GG uses a bespoke springbar so QR bars are out. The watch came with a spare set of bars, so it’s off to my jeweler. This is my second GG and I’ll probably get another down the road. They make a great timepiece.
Bill Schiffmann
Lago Vista TX
I love this watch, fantastic execution on this piece. I have 40-50 watches in my collection ranging from $100 to well over $5000 and ever since I got this I haven't wore anything else. I am really looking forward to getting another at some point.