PeterCDE
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A manual wind chronograph by GP?
G'day,
like all of us, i?m much awaiting the news and new models to be presented in early April, when the SIHH watch fair will take place in Geneva.
Now some news already made it into the public, such as the new JeanRichard "square" Paramount with Linear Power Reserve indication and the new TV Screen model.
Or the stunning pieces by other makers which were unveiled in our other fora so far, such as the Vacheron Constantin "250th Anniversary" range of watches including the new VC movement, the brand new JLC chronograph (check Jaw?s great input!), IWC?s Ingenieur (on IWC?s official website) or the marvellous Patek Philippe with a completely new and oil-free escapement.
And the "H2" resonnance tourbillon by Beat Haldimann is promising to become a major attraction for the shows, so there will be for sure a lot to see.
In terms of GP, i?d say it will be good not to spend your watch budget on the pieces already presented so far.
As much as i?d like to do, spilling the beans isn?t competely possible right now.
But maybe a guess is within the limits; i have absolutely no clue if there will be such a piece, no "hard facts" and so far it?s only my personal guess based on what was reported earlier.
Having said that, i believe chances are not bad to see another classic chronograph:
GP?s "Vintage1999" reference 4946 (pictured by P?ll a little below) is a much appreciated and very classic watch with a timeless look; having a stroll through GP?s portfolio, one may get the idea a model like this will fit very well. And earlier reports indicated there may be another classic chronograph in the line.
Based on what was mentioned so far, i?d not be surprised to see the return of a manual wind chronograph movement.
I think a manual wind movement would be an outstanding addition; after all, it is the most classic way to wind a movement and to get in touch with your timepiece daily (or every 2, 3, n days depending on the power reserve) is a tiny celebration of watchmaking art in itself.
A manual wind chronograph is classic as it gets; for GP as a traditional manufacture, it would fit the bill in a very special way.
Putting together a few details, a new addition may come with these specs:
GP in-house caliber XYZZ, 13 ligne (almost 30mm) width, 28.800 A/h beat rate, 5.87mm in height.
A thin movement, about the same height as JLC?s caliber 975 and almost 30% thinner than the new IWC 80110 automatic.
This would allow for a large, but quite thin watch; i do have a soft spot for these proportions and thus it may be a most classic and elegant piece.
Personally i?d appreciate a manual wind chronograph with a classic and classy look very much.
Keeping in mind it?s just guessing and no substantial input on a new model, anyone else around to welcome such a piece?
Greetings from germany,
Peter
