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Excellent review on the GP ...
Hi Ping,
Excellent writeup of the GP Cat's Eye bi-retro. And of course great accompanying photos. I wished that I access this review a few weeks ago as I was evaluating several ladies watches from GP, Chopard, and Piaget as a special b-day gift for my girlfriend.
I enjoyed reading your thoughts and critiques of this watch and looking forward to your next review.
Regards,
ED-209
Girard Perregaux Cat’s Eye Bi-Retro - an "On-The-Wrist" Review
Girard Perregaux Cat’s Eye Bi-Retro - An "On-The-Wrist" Review by Ping Tsai Seldom does one get the opportunity to try out a new watch and then grow to love it in an uncommitted way. When I first received Girard-Perregaux’s Cat’s Eye Bi-Retro watch, the i...
Fantastic review and insights!
Hello Ping! Thank you for sharing your report on the GP Cat's Eye Bi-retro with us. It's refreshing to have a Lady PuristS insights on interesting pieces. Also nice to see auto movements in a woman's watch. The satin strap looks very comfortable. Was the ...
Accurate yes, but not issue of precendence for me...
Thank you for your comments Ming. The watch was definitely accurate to the minute for the most part. I didn't notice otherwise. I'm not sure as to the second since this was difficult to measure. As important an issue as accuracy is when it comes to a watc...
Great job - thanks for taking the time to wear and share this watch
Your long and throughtful review accompanied by fantastic photography really sets a standard for any of us! Cheers Mike PS - Like the comparison with the hard-wearing Purists watch
Thank you!
The wonderful thing about this watch is that it looks great with a sophisticated suit or a classy elegant dress.
Excellent review on the GP ...
Hi Ping, Excellent writeup of the GP Cat's Eye bi-retro. And of course great accompanying photos. I wished that I access this review a few weeks ago as I was evaluating several ladies watches from GP, Chopard, and Piaget as a special b-day gift for my gir...
ED-209, if you don't mind me asking...
...what timepiece did you end up going with for your girlfriend's birthday? Did it just come down to the simple question of, "What would Shirley Manson do?" LOL! Daos
LOL, maybe I should have asked for advice from her too...
Hi Daos, It was a tough choice, but I ended going with something that matches the pendant I got her for Valentine's Day.... the watch is something that she considers a 'grail' watch so it worked out perfectly. You'll have to see it in person hopefully soo...
Aaahhh...it all becomes clear!
I'm sure she will enjoy her new Chopard. Lucky ducky! La Shirley would certainly approve! Daos
I'm sure she got exactly what she wanted...
You can consider this for the next one Thank you for your positive feedback.
Excellent review!
Hi Ping, First, let me congratulate you on a highly enjoyable post! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this model. Also, it's awesome to see a review from a fellow Lady Purist (We are few, but proud!). The watch itself, despite being outside the normal b...
Thank you for your insight and compliments...
Although the credit for the photos will have to go to my husband. Just a note...the strap actually doesn't feel like cloth. It is quite smooth and has a durable feel , almost like nylon. Thanks again for your observations which I fully agree with.
GP should take notes.....
Ping, Thanks for the review, and we don't get many from lady PuristS. When I first saw the review title, I was not too excited mostly because it is a 'feminine' watch that the current Mrs MTF rejected at first-sight. Maybe your experiences can change her ...
Her inititial response resembled mine...
...however, yes, the watch does grow on you once you wear it for a longer period of time. Thank you for the feedback.
Thank you Ping!
Excellent review. I am not sure if you know this, but it was your review of the B&R watch you acquired last year that convinced me to send in my first question to PuristsPro and the rest is history. I cannot stress enough to the gentlemen who are buying f...
Thank you Ginger...
for giving everyone some insight into how we women think when it comes to watches and wearing them. I believe that many people simply aren't aware of some of these issues so I greatly value your voice here. I'm so glad that my previous review prompted you...
Wonderful Review
Thank you, Ping. We need a better sense of the feminine perspective here, and your thorough review is wonderfully done. Best, Douglas
Great review Ping,
Thanks for sharing Ping. I'm not much into watch movement (at least, not yet! Well, attending various PuristS GTG starting to have the brain wash effect on me, LOL). I like watches based on how pretty they look. The watch looks pretty, but for the price t...
Agree with you on the diamonds...
...the price tag is a bit hefty, definitely one of the unfortunate drawbacks about the watch. Congrats on your "Happy" one
Superb work, Ping!
Wow, that is an in depth review! Show it to your lazy husband.. )) Best, Nicolas
You are too funny...
...but I can't take credit for the pics, that goes to the "lazy" one. I tried my best Thank you for your feedback.
Great review, thanks! Did you think of replacing the strap?
I'm sure it would look good with an exotic skin band like alligator or stingray. - SJX
Great idea...
I didn't really think of replacing the strap as I quite liked the original one. It was extremely comfortable and I liked the look of it. But that is definitely a great idea to try other straps with textures. I have a feeling just about any strap will look...
Great review, Ping
This is really a beautiful watch in terms of its every aspect. However, a lot of my lady friends decided to make it a dream watch because of its price point. Regards Ling
Agreed...
The price tag is way out of my range as well. Seems to be a common concern among many. The watch is a beautiful piece but I'm not sure how GP can better justify the price.
Perhaps we share the same experience, Ping, with . . .
. . . oval watches. The quintessential man's oval watch is the AP Millenary, which I'd seen in photos and showcases, but never liked enough to try on as they came across as slightly odd; the first time I saw one on a wrist was when Thomas slipped on the M...
I believe we do...
have similar reactions to the oval shaped case and dial Art. This was my first time wearing one. The shape may be a bit strange to look at alone but once on the wrist, it does have a very natural feel and look and conforms well to the shape of the wrist a...
Quick shot of a Maserati...
Not to interject, but a photo always makes things nicer...
Thanks for jogging my memory, Michael . . .
. . . the Millenary is at the top of my list of watches that have to be worn in order to gauge their full measure . . . cordially, Art
My pleasure Art, and you are correct about the Millenary.
Even some of the current regular production dials, which I am lukewarm with in pictures, are much nicer and easier to appreciate in person. What I love about the Maserati LE are the sloping or canted layers. In person it is quite unique.
A great review of a gorgeous watch! Thank you...
for contributing to our knowledge and insight into timepieces for the "other" gender which is less often the subject of posts on this forum. Many of us can use the education. tempusfugit
Thank you
for your positive feedback and for being so welcoming here. It's nice to throw one in every now and then to keep things interesting...and also exercise my brain.
Excellent Ping!! My wife Tracie loves her GP...
Easily the favorite of her small collection. You know I have known Anthony for years and met him at the Hammer GTG. Next time I come out I'll bring Tracie and we can all grab dinner. Thanks for the insightful review!!!...
Great review and stunning photos, many thanks to the Tsai team!
Certainly I think GP are one of the leaders of the pack when it comes to ladies' watches. I also like their Lady Chrono, which has the added attraction of featuring one of the smallest chrono movements on the market at 23.9mm (equal in diameter, in fact, ...
Congrats Ping for this superb review.
This GP is one of the most beautiful women watches I've ever seen. Congrats for your very comprehensive review. Fr.Xavier
Thank you so much!
It is always so nice to get positive feedback from the Purist community who have much more extensive knowledge about watches than I do. I still have much to learn and doing it slowly. I still have yet to try on another watch that was as comfortable as the...