Vintage GP: First step revisited – GP 9086 FN

blomman Mr Blue

So, this weekend I promised a Vintage GP post… Sorry for the late hour, but I have experienced trouble with the image uploader...

One of my first GP watches I got was the Gyromatic Chronometer HF, 9086 AF.

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As many of you know I have a special interest in Chronometers. I love the idea of wearing a watch that is very accurate!

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And the 9086 is such a lovely watch on the wrist. Great size, under the radar, accurate, easy to read time… And a very important part of the GP history!

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1957 Gyromatic concept patent.

1965 Presented the first ever high frequency movement (36’000 Alt/ hour).

1966, the Centenary Prize of the Neuchâtel Observatory was awarded to Girard-Perregaux as a tribute to the constant investments in precision and the engineers’ extraordinary achievements.

1967 Girard-Perregaux obtained 662 certificates, representing 73% of all those issued by the Neuchâtel Observatory in the classic wristwatch category that year.

If you combine that with my weakness for blue dials…

You will understand my choice: Gyromatic Chronometer HF, 9086 FN, blue dial.

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Same size, same case, but inside the Silver is calibre GP42.1, while in the blue is calibre GP42.4.

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Both comes from the same Bas calibre AS 1843, Automatic, Date, Ball bearing, Central second, Stop second, GP fine adjustment, 36 000 vph. Both have the incabloc shock protection system.

But, the GP42.1 has 39 jewels (1968).

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While the 42.4 only has 17 jewels (1969).

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Obvious, the visual difference is the color of the dial and hands.

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The blue dial shifts between almost black to clear blue depending on angle and light.

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When using flash as a light source, you see the multi facet applied index which makes the watch easy to read. But the flash also brings out some small spots on the dial. Spots that is so small that in natural light it is very hard to see them with the naked eye…

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Classic “C shape.

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On the wrist… Yes, it’s all good!

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What can I say – I hope to add a couple more of these Chronometer HF …

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Such an elegant, but still sporty watch!

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A perfect everyday companion.

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Best

Blomman

This message has been edited by blomman on 2014-05-11 14:08:11 This message has been edited by blomman on 2014-05-11 14:08:46

Comments:

amanico May 11th, 2014-14:10

Excellent. I love your madness about these GP Chronometers! This blue version is eye catching. The brushed dial is a plus. Bravo, Blomman, and thanks for this very interesting post. Best, Nicolas

blomman Mr Blue May 11th, 2014-14:11

I knew you would like this one...! :) The Question is - when will you get your first GP Chronometer...?! ;) Best Blomman

amanico May 11th, 2014-14:13

When I don't know, but for sure I will get one. One; or several, as I Would like to dig a bit into this theme, among the vintage GPs. But you know that feeling too well! Best, Nicolas

blomman Mr Blue May 12th, 2014-02:59

Indeed, I do...! ;)

Ares501 - Mr Green May 12th, 2014-01:42

In your shop they always come in pairs ,) Lovely watch Thank you for reviewing Best regards Damjan

blomman Mr Blue May 12th, 2014-03:02

My pleasure, Damjan! :) Well, I have been thinking a lot about this... You know that the odds is break even when I get a new watch - that it is a watch I already have or a new all together! ;) Best, my friend Blomman

hs111 May 12th, 2014-07:40

Balance & informal elegance ..These are two very fine watches- not more, not less ! :) .. Both are beauties, my personal fav would be the white one, somehow.. - Thanks for this nice share ! Best, hs

blomman Mr Blue May 12th, 2014-09:03

Re: Balance & informal elegance... That is excellent put, my friend! :) The Silver dial is more common. One day when you start to go down the Chronometer road... ;) Best, my friend Blomman

Subexplorer May 12th, 2014-08:41

Both elegant and low profile, that makes for an excelente choice... ... for every day use timepiece. And it is a GP!! Easy to understand your passion for this model dear friend Blomman! Very beautiful watches. I have an special fondness for blue dials, so it would be my personal choice! May be someday I cross my path with...

blomman Mr Blue May 12th, 2014-09:09

It should be easier for you, my friend... To cross path with these watches! South America has always been a strong hold for GP. Here in the cold North, not many around... Best, dear Abel Blomman

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Girard-Perregaux had a strong impact on visitors' minds thanks to the impressive horological contents on some watches which were released during the 2014 Baselworld fair. I obviosuly think about the Tourbillon Tri-Axial or about the Neo-Tourbillon with three bridges. But it would be a shame to forget the other watches of the 2014 collection because they are considered as more modest watches. Actually, they play an as important role in the catalogue and they also contribute a lot to the improvement of the credibility and of the visibility of the Manufacture.

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