Vintage
Friends, A couple of days ago, I showed two vintage GPs with some colour accents in the hands, the Railtimer with orange seconds hand and the 9034 “flags dial” with red tips on the hour and minute hands. Let’s look at another vintage Gyromatic with a red accent. Here we have a fairly early Gyromatic
Friends,
A couple of days ago, I showed two vintage GPs with some colour accents in the hands, the Railtimer with orange seconds hand and the 9034 “flags dial” with red tips on the hour and minute hands.
Let’s look at another vintage Gyromatic with a red accent. Here we have a fairly early Gyromatic from approx. the first half of the 50ies. Here we have Ref 6825 in a 33mm Stainless Steel case. The bezel is relatively think which is reminiscent of the 40ies military watches.
In addition, unlike most other Gyromatics from that time period, it does not have the Caliber 47 (ETA) but instead has the automatic Caliber 08, which is a AS 1361. Not the prettiest movement but relatively rare in a GP Gyromatic.
So 60+ years in, the watch is running just fine and on time. Lovely patina on the dial and a matching vintage grey strap.
The Girard-Perregaux Vintage reference 9034 is a notable model within the brand's mid-century offerings, recognized for its diverse dial configurations. Produced over nearly a decade, this reference showcases Girard-Perregaux's design versatility during a period of significant stylistic evolution in watchmaking. It represents a segment of the brand's production that catered to varied aesthetic preferences while maintaining a consistent underlying mechanical platform.
This reference features a 34.5 mm steel case, a common dimension for watches of its era, providing a balanced presence on the wrist. The watch is powered by the Caliber GP12.3, an automatic movement based on the AS 1640 Ă©bauche, indicating a robust and widely utilized architecture. The use of a steel case and a reliable automatic movement positioned the 9034 as a durable and practical timepiece for daily wear.
For collectors, the 9034 is particularly interesting due to its wide array of dial variations, including the "moon dot" (also known as "Playboy"), gold-plated, "psychedelic," and "Roulette" or "Flag" designs. This variety makes individual examples distinct and offers collectors opportunities to pursue specific aesthetic preferences within a single reference number. Its production span from 1967 to 1976 further highlights its enduring appeal and adaptability during that period.
also thanks for the added info on the AS 1361 and the FF, didn't know that. CC
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