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oagaspar Site Founder 
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The Gauge #2/25 LE surfaced and it is awesome imo!...light and comfortable,very legible,and most of all very unique!...lume is remarkable!...the red tipped second hand is a very nice addition to a very cool dial,saph crystal amazing!...and the overall fit & finish is what has become expected of Helson...flawless!....adjusting the time and winding may be a challenge for guys with sausage fingers but by following Peters instruction was quite easy imo...and strap changes are a breeze with the single threaded lug screw.  ...this may be a watch for my Orbita as I see myself wearing it often...like Peter said "not a watch for everyone" but for this WIS it is just what the Dr. ordered to break up the monotony this hobby sometimes brings...     Attachment: 014.JPG (Downloaded 324 times) |
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rvs1111 3T WIS 
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Wow!!! This looks pretty damn cool to see it actually in a wrist shot. Very nice!  RVS1111 |
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FnuSnu99 3T WIS 
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First of all, VERY nice pics, as always! Really cool to finally see some actual wrist shots of this TANK. And though I still think it´s a bit tall, it´s definitely unique looking, and cool. (much awaiting its smaller brother) Can actually feel my self warming up just a bit towards this one, at least after seeing your pictures Oscar. Will be interesting to see how that raised crystal will hold up over time, scratch-wise I mean. Rolf |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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TY Guys...The Gauge is like a hot tub(looks like 1 too)... looks inviting enough to try it and feels even better once your in! ...the huge sapphire crystal is top shelf..those who are getting a Gauge will agree that it is a superior sapphire..I have no worries in that dept. as far as scratches...the bronze bezel ring appears to carry on through the watch and looks very wide under the magnification of the beveled edge of the crystal...very cool imo!  ..the monobloc case can only be described as "smooth"...simply simple yet highly functional! Attachment: 018.JPG (Downloaded 317 times) |
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stew77 Admin 
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Really cool Oscar!!! Wow, that looks uniquely incredible!!! Congrats on this one!  Lovin' the Gauge on that thick leather strap.... |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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TY Chris...the leather strap gives it some balance imo...it was made for me by Dan/hoppes-9. |
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joecb 3T WIS 
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Pretty amazing looking, your actual photos do it far more justice than the earlier renderings. The dial is very unique and easy to read. That is an amazing cyrstal on it. I would love to own one, just bad timing for me. Congrats Oscar, truely a unique timepiece!! |
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Hammerfjord Moderator 
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Looks really special...I like it! The diving instrument feeling is there: No doubt! Congrats Oscarhappy1.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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That ain't a bad looker at all. Very unique indeed. Enjoy!  |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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I would've thought this sucker was going to be just ridiculous, but it actually looks pretty darn wearable. No doubt a unique timepiece. Looks to be solid as a rock! Enjoy buddy! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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TY Guys...it's very wearable and in my pics the crown is out...when it is in it is flush with the case and the Gauge takes on a different look...I had 2 people ask me today "how do you set the time and wind it"...it has that "instrument" look,which the dial and hands convey as much as the case with it's bronze bezel,crown and He valve..well done Peter! |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Enjoy Gumba |
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Gregger 3T WIS 
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Wow now that's different...the finish looks really nice and it is different... congrats!! |
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blueradish 3T WIS 
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Oscar, you're teasin me, mine is probably still 1 week away Do you have a pic of the stem release tool? |
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blueradish 3T WIS
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...and what is comes in. Thx. |
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t0t0_b0y 3T WIS
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Congrats Oscar!! Nice watch!! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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TY! ...Jason the tool is a small key about a 1/2 in in size(below) and the packaging is the Helson valet that is used for all the Helson watches...a zippered padded case that hold 5 straps and 3 watches(about half the size of a notebook)...smaller watches would also fit the strap slots imho..very cool and useful... ...Peter said he is making all the Gauge owners a set of Ti lug screws,strap buckle and key as an extra to go with the SS versions sent with the watch. Attachment: 032.JPG (Downloaded 89 times) |
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blueradish 3T WIS
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Thanks O, I have to live vicariously thru you for the next few days. |
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leeye 3T WIS
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Oscar, great pics . I'll be hooking up with mine tonight. I wonder what serial number it will be. Last edited on Tue Mar 15th, 2011 12:23 am by leeye |
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jgarnett 3T WIS 
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I love everything about this watch BUT i cannot get my head around the thickness.The dial and glass are just stunning. |
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Graham 3T WIS 
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Oscar, simply stunning! Your pics always make me drool..... Obviously an acquired taste, but definitely more wearable than I thought..... |
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mario 3T WIS 
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Good god that is massive. Looks cool, would be nice if they made a "mini" version that looked like that, maybe say 2/3 the thickness... |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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I hate you, Oscar!!! I'm into the sour grapes syndrome now. That Gauge is so desirable and is a heck of a looker!!! BIG CONGRATS!! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Peter deserves all the credit on this 1...he built something that was close to his heart and that is due credit. ...Jason and Leyee don't forget to post pics of yours when they get in!. ..Jeff I know you will hunt 1 down! ....btw a smaller version is due out this summer/fall for those who wanted something not so robust! |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote:Peter deserves all the credit on this 1...he built something that was close to his heart and that is due credit. BULLSEYE, Oscar! I'm in for 9/25 (8 got away) and am just arranging an ingenious shipment maneuver. This might be the only watch that will stay for 2 weeks straight on my wrist. Might take some time but soon the Gauge will be on my wrist  |
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leeye 3T WIS
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here's my take on the "Gauge". awesome work from Peter, feels like wearing a pressure gauge. oh i am number 25! i'll take some better pics over the weekend.     Last edited on Tue Mar 15th, 2011 10:02 am by leeye |
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watchdaddy1 3T WIS 
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Jeez Louise that's a monster |
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Paladin 3T WIS 
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And "robust" is the word!! Congrats Oscar! The leather looks best on that one! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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TY Guys....robust is right!...hey Leyee Congrats on #25 and sweet comparo shot with the Panny and Ralf-Tech! The Gauge has been spot on for 24hrs and so far not 1 comment about it's size from my friends and co-workers but they all ask... "how do you wind it,or set the time?" |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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bigrustypig wrote: oagaspar wrote:I knew you would track 1 down Jeff....Congrats! |
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joecb 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: Peter deserves all the credit on this 1...he built something that was close to his heart and that is due credit. NOW that is one I will for sure buy in a smaller version... |
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blueradish 3T WIS
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Mine came today, #14. It is absolutely incredible. First though is that it actually wears smaller than it looks. I will definitely have top of mind awareness not to bump anything when I wear it. No time for shots tonight but will have mine up tomorrow night. |
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ncvol17 3T WIS 
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unique and a very nice look |
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Jeep99dad 3T WIS 
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Congrats Oscar. It definitely looks better in your pics. I love the dial and crystal too but it's too thick for me. I'm impressed too by how Peter had the Cojones to follow his dream, design and market this very original watch!! |
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edwardschmedward 3T WIS 
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Very cool looking watch, you guys...lovely! M.A.S.S.I.V.E. |
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warriorrider 3T WIS 
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That is one very large watch!!! The more I see it the more it grows on me & your Pic's show it off pretty dang good & being a huge fan of Helson I think Peter struck another WINNER!! Hope you enjoy a very unique Timepiece!! |
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leeye 3T WIS
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more pics of this beauty!   |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Jeepers Creepers, Leeye. It looks so good on your wrist....in fact, looks small. Big Congrats to you, amigo. Lug is 24mm, right? Can you tell me something about the rubber strap? What sort of buckle does it have? Nice-looking 305 you have, too. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Hey Jeff...lugs are 22mm but I just put mine on a 24mm buckskin from Savage this morning that is very soft and it fits fine(see below)...buckles are ss right now but Peter is making Ti buckles,lug screws and tool for the Gauge owners and will be sent out asap....straps are a black Zulu and a faux isophrane that is pretty nice imo....so 22 or 24mm will work depending on the strap...I like how the 24mm fills the gap. Attachment: 003.JPG (Downloaded 86 times) |
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Dragnattck 3T WIS
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Grats Oscar that looks awesome and i think you hit on the money with that strap! |
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blueradish 3T WIS
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Sorry for the overload of pix, but figured people may enjoy.                  |
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leeye 3T WIS
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bigrustypig wrote: Jeepers Creepers, Leeye. It looks so good on your wrist....in fact, looks small. Big Congrats to you, amigo. Yes The Gauge looks big but the actual watch wear nicely on the wrist. Don't expect to hide the Gauge under your sleeve. In the comparison, it is a 243. A 305 would have been slightly bigger (but not much thicker) as compared to the Gauge. Just look at the massive doom sapphire crystal. Yes the Gauge wears 22mm straps. I have in mind mounting dive strap, mesh bracelet or vintage leather. |
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leeye 3T WIS
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blueradish, your pics are awesome! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Awesome pix Jason....every pic posted of the Gauge just shows something you didn't catch the 1st time around imo... |
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Hammerfjord Moderator
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The more I look at it, the more I like it big_eyes.gif |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote:Hey Jeff...lugs are 22mm but I just put mine on a 24mm buckskin from Savage this morning that is very soft and it fits fine(see below)...buckles are ss right now but Peter is making Ti buckles,lug screws and tool for the Gauge owners and will be sent out asap....straps are a black Zulu and a faux isophrane that is pretty nice imo....so 22 or 24mm will work depending on the strap...I like how the 24mm fills the gap. Thanks, Oscar. I think a 24mm leather strap would fit just fine like what you did on yours. As for the buckles, it's a good thing Peter will have ti buckles too so that the match wold be perfect although I think I can talk to a bronzesmith here and maybe he can form me a perfect bronze GPF-Pre Mod buckle which will surley match the bronze bezel perfectly. I have a spare Isofrane in dark blue waiting and maybe that might look good. I recently landed several ti buckles in various widths so I guess an Isofrane with ti buckle will also fit just fine. I think we WIS can be very creative with the way we can mix and match various leathers and combinations on the Gauge. I can hardly wait to get mine and Peter has reserved #9 for me already. Yahooooo!!! |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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@ Leeye...thanks for the clarifications, Leeye. Your pix are great. @ Jason...thanks for the pix, amigo. I was able to size up relative sizes based on your very helpful pix and I think the gauge is a little bigger than on some of your oix because of the various distances from the camera lens. I think it's really as big as the Flieger you showed it with. Thanks guys! Very helpful! |
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stew77 Admin
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Oscar, leeye, and Blueradish.... Thank you guys for the incredible lineup of pics and super comparison shots of the GAUGE !!!! Really gives a great visual on the size and uniqueness of this cool, ultra-limited piece from Helson! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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word from Peter is a chrono version is in the works! |
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joecb 3T WIS
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Leeye's pics, really put the Guage in perspective for me. The case width is perfect, it's the height that throws it out of balance for me. I love everything else about it. If Peter's "smaller" version means reducing the case height, I'm busting the piggy bank, shaking out the sofa cushings, and working more OT for this .... |
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kingkong21 3T WIS 
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WOW ! 26.gif |
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Axelay2003 3T WIS 
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Jeep99dad wrote:Congrats Oscar. It definitely looks better in your pics. I love the dial and crystal too but it's too thick for me. I'm impressed too by how Peter had the Cojones to follow his dream, design and market this very original watch!! . Beautiful watch, but that is one thick block. Congrats. |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Axelay2003 wrote:Jeep99dad wrote: Lance, it's not really that thick....of course, this is relative from person to person. I choose the days when I wear it like if I'm just hostaged at the head office for meetings or similar days like those. It's very light and you'll hardly ever notice it's on the wrist. One good thing about the Gauge is you can mix and match a whole lot of rubber (black, blue) or leather in all colors and shades. Fore buckles, you can go full ti or even bronze, where an Italian company sells them in 24mm. |
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murphy j 3T WIS 
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oagaspar wrote:Hey Jeff...lugs are 22mm but I just put mine on a 24mm buckskin from Savage this morning that is very soft and it fits fine(see below)...buckles are ss right now but Peter is making Ti buckles,lug screws and tool for the Gauge owners and will be sent out asap....straps are a black Zulu and a faux isophrane that is pretty nice imo....so 22 or 24mm will work depending on the strap...I like how the 24mm fills the gap. Love It!!! with that strap |
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leeye 3T WIS
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finally found the perfect vintage leather strap to match the Guage!      Last edited on Tue Jul 5th, 2011 09:36 am by leeye |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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love that strap Lee!...pm me with info if there are any more Buddy! |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS 
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Now THAT'S a BEAST. Like Pavarotti. Big and classy. |
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leeye 3T WIS
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some clearer pics taken today.   Last edited on Thu Jul 7th, 2011 12:06 am by leeye |
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spherediving 3T WIS 
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Awesome watch, I have seen one my friend has, and I fell in love with it. but then I would have the conflict of which one to wear too, that would drive me nuts I think. Between the Benarus 1 KM, and my EcoZilla, there is no contest, But if I had one of those, choosing would be a chore for sure! |
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