New Release
dxboon introduces the Girard-Perregaux Traveller Moon Phases and Large Date, a 2013 release that emphasizes modernity through its design and technical features. This article delves into the watch's aesthetic and mechanical innovations, offering a closer look at what makes this timepiece stand out in the luxury watch landscape.
Girard-Perregaux Traveller Moon Phases And Large Date
(Photo courtesy of Girard-Perregaux)
Press Release
Urban. Understated. Every detail of the Traveller moon phases and large date affirms its modernity. Fashioned
in steel, its case is made up of 30 elements with a subtle interplay of satin-brushed
and polished surfaces.
The very slightly spherical opaline dial emphasizes the time indication with an effect of depth accentuated by the plunging beveled minute scale. The luminescent-tipped applique hour-markers point towards the center, as if to draw the eye toward the displays, hollowed and routed in the dial. Sweeping over the markers, the hours and minutes hands are also picked out with luminescent material, laid out in a fine balance: the large date at 12 o’clock, capped by a polished GP applique; the moon phases escorted by the small second at 7.30; and the power reserve at 4.30. Driven by the self-winding mechanical movement Manufacture caliber GP03300, the indications outdo one another in the elegance and originality of their layout.
Using a novel design, the moon phases and power reserve display
mechanisms are directly connected to the barrel. The extremely precise lunations
appear on a wheel in constant rotation, which needs to only be adjusted by one
day in 122 years. The corrector is placed on the case at 10 o’clock. The design
chosen for the moon is strikingly realistic. Representing the visible face of
the moon, the image is made on a mineral glass and then metalized with a subtle
gradation from black to gray somewhat reminiscent of the Milky Way. Silvery
stars stud the night; one of them hides the Girard-Perregaux logo. The
satin-brushed circular border of the display is marked with the divisions of
the small second dial.
The instantaneous large date, jumping in 15 milliseconds, crowns the whole
view with a polished aperture. The display mechanism works with a system patented
by Girard-Perregaux. Two disks, one transparent, the other matte, for the units
and tens respectively, overlap without leaving any borderline. The feat is
certainly helped by their thinness, at 0.10 mm. The round contemporary calligraphy
of the date numbers echoes the general design of the watch.
Offered with a black alligator leather strap perfectly integrated with the case, the Traveller moon phases and large date gives an ergonomic fit to the wrist. It is also available with a black dial or with a gray dial and black ceramic bezel and brown strap.
Girard-Perregaux Traveller moon phases and large date
Technical specifications
Case in steel or in steel with ceramic bezel
Diameter: 44.00 mm
Glass: anti-reflective sapphire
Case back: sapphire crystal, secured with 6 screws
Water resistance: 100 meters
Girard-Perregaux Movement GP03300-0080 (white date window) or GP03300-0080 (black date window)
Self-winding mechanical movement
Caliber: 13 ½ ’’’
Frequency: 28,800 Vib/h - (4 Hz)
Power Reserve: 46 hours minimum
Jewels: 35
Functions: hour, minute, small second, large date, moon phases indicator, power reserve indicator
Case in steel with opaline dial
Black alligator strap
Folding buckle
Reference: 49650-11-131-BB6A
Case in steel with black dial
Black alligator strap
Folding buckle
Reference: 49650-11-631-BB6A
Case in steel with ceramic bezel and gray dial
Brown leather strap
Folding buckle
Reference: 49650-82-231-HBBA
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.
I don't see any GMT nor Dual Time function, here... Or am I missing something? Best, Nicolas
There are two watches for the moment but more will come I suppose. In a sense the moonphase display proposes a journey through space and time... Fx
It should transcend space n time ;) Love the new pieces, but lament the size.
in a different case. Nice, but I prefer the Evo.
think it would fit better, at least on my wrist. i must admit i like the design but 44 mm is prohibitive unless very low laying on the wrist.
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