Complications
Amanico's initial post on the Girard Perregaux Constant Escapement Only Watch 2023 revisits a horological marvel first introduced a decade ago. His personal reflection on this rose gold iteration, with its distinctive suspended indices, invites readers to appreciate a significant innovation in constant force escapements. This article delves into the community's insights on its design, technical origins, and market potential.
but needed to be slimmed down a tad to 42-43mm, perhaps a slither thinner and stainless steel option. GP never seem to push their designs or mechs which is such a shame as I think they offer incredible value.
I am guessing, but it would be a cost issue to have to fabricate all the parts and scale down. Especially for a piece unique. If they decide to add this to their Production line up then maybe. But I think they are unsure of the demand. I see a cushion case re-issue to make much more sense as there will be a much broader range of demand. 38-40 mm. I believe it would be a hit. And a nice second watch for those who already have a laureato. Happy Sunday ahead all ☀️
A 40-42 mm should be quite doable. I wonder why they choose such a big case then 🤔 Let me try to ask a GP watch maker in our group.
“I think it’s because the movement thickness and keep good proportions with the external diameter. Moreover there’s no dial, so some space is needed for indexes”
GP is so … innovative and just a few know it. I have just read about this complication. It was invented by watchmaker Nicolas Dehon, who brought the idea and project with him from Rolex (who themselves developed a prototype but never intended to produce it commercially). I would love to see this watch in the flesh. From the pictures I can’t decide if I like the dials of the first generation more. And yes, white metal with a black or dark blue dial might also be very appealing.
Watch the video too in the article. Fascinating☀️
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