First introduced in 2014, the Vanguard is retro-inspired and infused with contemporary touches – a re-imagination of what the dive watches used by frogmen in the ’40s could have evolved into.
âThe Vanguard has retained its distinctive character over the years and stayed faithful to the minimalist design of the earliest Gruppo Gamma timepieces.
GG-10 - 10th Anniversary Edition, Limited to 100 Pieces
Reminiscent of the G-0, Gruppo Gamma's first ever model rolled out in 2013. Styled raw and back to basics.
Mk II Peacemaker GG-10, "Zero"
Case
316L stainless steel, titanium plated
Diameter 43mm, lug-to-lug 52.5mm, lug width 24mm, height 13mm
Box shaped sapphire crystal, anti-reflective
Sapphire exhibition case back
Push-pull crown
Water resistant to 100m/ 330ft
Movement
ETA 6497-1, Swiss made, hand-wound
18,000bph, power reserve 44h, accuracy +/-12 s/day
Côtes de Genève decoration, blued screws
Dial
Sandwich construction, black, with luminous markers
Gunmetal color hands, luminous
Hour, minute & small seconds display
Swiss Super-LumiNova C3
Strap
Brown leather with buckle, length 125*75mm, width 24*22mm
Black accordion rubber with buckle, length 130*80mm, width 24*22mm
Accessories
Multi-purpose strap changing tool
Spare spring bars, set of 2 (optional)
Travel pouch
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The ETA 6497 is a Swiss-made mechanical hand-wound movement with 17 jewels. It is based on a vintage LĂŠpine pocket watch movement design and was first introduced in the 1950s. The 6497 is a large movement, measuring 16.5 lignes (36.6mm) in diameter and 4.5mm thick. It beats at a frequency of 18,000 vibrations per hour (2.5Hz) and has a power reserve of approximately 50 hours.
The 6497 is a popular movement among watchmakers, as it is relatively inexpensive and easy to work with. It is also a very reliable movement, with a long lifespan. The 6497 is found in a wide variety of watches, from budget-friendly models to high-end luxury watches. Some of the brands that use the 6497 include Panerai, IWC, Hamilton, Glycine, and Victorinox Swiss Army.
Here are some of the features of the ETA 6497:
- 17 jewels
- 18,000 vibrations per hour (2.5Hz)
- Power reserve of approximately 50 hours
- LĂŠpine design
- Large diameter (36.6mm)
- Thick (4.5mm)
- Non-hacking
- Incabloc shock protection
The ETA 6497 is a well-respected movement that is known for its reliability and durability. It is a popular choice among watchmakers and is found in a wide variety of watches. If you are looking for a reliable mechanical movement, the ETA 6497 is a great option.