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In this reflective post, 'crown comfort' delves into the profound reasons behind watch collecting, moving beyond mere acquisition to explore the emotional bonds collectors form with their timepieces. He shares his personal experience with a Girard Perregaux 7000 Chrono, illustrating how true appreciation often unfolds over time through ownership, revealing hidden charms and details that aren't immediately apparent.
Friends,
While wearing since yesterday my GP 7000 Chrono, one thing became very clear to me.
Sometimes, we tell ourselves: “ I have too many watches, I don’t need that many watches”, yet we keep buying more. True, sometimes, we sell a watch again, but at least in my case, I usually do not regret afterwards.
What really became clear to me, in order to bond with a watch, to appreciate it even if it is not worn very often, you actually have to own the watch. It needs that unforeseen excitement when you discover details, it requires different times of the day, even different moods that make you see a watch differently. And for that, it really needs to be yours.
Like the GP 7000 Chrono. I don’t “need” more Chronographs, have plenty, but this is a watch that does not reveal its charm at first sight. 80ies design, not from the most exciting period of GP, standard ETA movement, but then there are so many small details you even discover only after months owning it and the feel on the wrist changes when you put it back on after a while.
That’s why, I feel we are collecting watches, and we are obsessed with owning them, because then we can build an emotional bond.
Here is a small pictorial of the GP 7000.
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The Girard-Perregaux Reference 7000, known as the "Vintage 1994", is a notable piece from the brand's 1990s output, specifically within the "Vintage" line. This model is recognized for its design cues that evoke classic watchmaking aesthetics while incorporating contemporary manufacturing techniques of its era. It represents a specific period in Girard-Perregaux's history, highlighting their approach to reinterpreting historical designs for a modern audience in the mid-1990s.
The watch features a case crafted from stainless steel, measuring 32mm in diameter. It houses an automatic movement, the Girard-Perregaux Caliber 3000, which provides a power reserve of 46 hours. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal, ensuring durability and clarity. The design emphasizes a balanced and legible display, consistent with the brand's commitment to functional elegance.
This reference appeals to collectors interested in Girard-Perregaux's production from the 1990s, particularly those who appreciate the brand's "Vintage" series. It offers insight into the design philosophy of the time, bridging traditional watchmaking with the evolving tastes of the decade. The "Vintage 1994" stands as an example of the brand's continuous exploration of its heritage through new interpretations.
yet....there is a clear evolution in teh process......
like we as human beings evolve and change over time.
"Mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you\'re gonna get." Best wishes Alkiro
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