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Nicolas (amanico) shares his firsthand impressions of the Girard Perregaux Neotourbillon Black, a highly anticipated novelty. He contrasts it with the rose gold version, noting the black opus's conceptual modernity and abstract art aesthetic, which he finds deeply impressive in person.
The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 line, introduced in 1994, draws inspiration from historical models, specifically a 1945 Art Deco piece. This collection is characterized by its rectangular or tonneau-shaped cases and a design language that evokes mid-20th century aesthetics. The Vintage 1945 series quickly became a cornerstone of Girard-Perregaux's offerings in the 1990s, reinterpreting classic forms with contemporary watchmaking standards. It represents a significant period for the brand in re-establishing its heritage-inspired collections.
Early models in the Vintage 1945 series typically featured stainless steel cases, though gold variants were also produced. The case dimensions varied depending on the specific model, often presenting a balanced profile suitable for dress wear. These watches were frequently equipped with automatic movements, showcasing Girard-Perregaux's in-house capabilities or finely finished outsourced calibers. The crystal was commonly sapphire, ensuring durability and legibility, while water resistance was generally suitable for daily wear rather than aquatic activities.
For collectors, the Vintage 1945 series appeals to those interested in neo-vintage watches that successfully blend historical design with modern execution. The 1994 introduction year marks it as one of the earlier and more influential lines from Girard-Perregaux's resurgence in the 1990s. Its various iterations, including time-only, small seconds, and later complicated versions, offer a range of choices for enthusiasts seeking a distinctive rectangular watch with a clear lineage.
It is a very nicely balanced design of modern technicality with an inherent feeling of tradition that you can sense, even if you are not an insider of the watch world. Again it is not shouting out load "technical!". This one is certainly for the bigger watch loving fan a la AP 44 plus sizes. My preference goes still towards the 41 mm rose gold version of 2010. A question at the end is what do you mean by microbille dial? Don you mean by that the sandblasted surface of the bridges? Best Moritz
But also of the dial under the bridges, as you can see here: This is the rose gold version. Picture taken at the Manufacture on March 2014. Best, Count. Nicolas
This has firmly become my favorite GP. Likely to remain a platonic relationship, though Just find the black so unique, with the \'flowing gold\' underneath. The fact that it is usefully lighter than the gold version is an added plus. Landmark watch IMHO!
Originally the "back" of the watch in fact was the dial side! Personally I can't get over the incredible feather weight feeling you get when you strap this one on your wrist! Incredible an achievement from GP! Best Blomman
That's why I always pay more interest on the dial than on the back side. Best, my friend. PS: Next review, a comparative post between the Constant Escapement and this one, my two high end favs of the moment.
Of this particular platonic relationship
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