Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk Ceramic Ref: 49960

The Sea Hawk has been in the GP catalogue for a long time. From being a small classic watch to the modern Sea Hawk model that has a very strong character.

It is big (44mm) and deep (17,80mm) with a very modern look.

Hard to really understand and appreciate in computer renderings or photos… But, once you see it live, you will start to appreciate it more!

Me, I am no big fan of very big watches or black cases… So you can understand I was a bit skeptical at first.

Then I got to see this “all black” version in real, my mind started to soften.

Despite its volume it is not a very heavy watch; the ceramic case helps of course.

What might be difficult to realize from pics is how complex the case really is, layer by layer with different angles and details.

Makes me think of a Stealth fighter …!

The slightly doomed crystal gives a magnifying effect on the dial.

Three dimensional dial - Another detail that is hard to see from pics. Big applied index, minute track is more on the inside of the case than on the dial.

Even the pattern on the dial is in 3D!

A somewhat nontraditional dial layout; Date between 1 and 2, Power reserve (46h) at six and Sub second between 10 and 11.

Inside is the automatic caliber 11 ½ ’’’, 28800 vph.

Very coherent with its black rubber strap and ceramic covered PVD titanium buckle.

Slightly doomed crystal.

3D dial.

Easy to read.

Crown at four which makes it very comfortable to wear.

Yes, it is a big watch – but I must say it is very cool big watch!

Best

Blomman

This message has been edited by blomman on 2014-03-15 14:56:24

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I have to make a confession, here, about the Sea Hawk.

By: amanico : March 15th, 2014-15:40

As a mix of the Evo, the RD 01 and the Laureato, I didn't like the Sea Haw, on pictures. I found it too big, too thick, and was not convinced at all. Seeing it in the real made me change my feelings. Not my favourite Watch from GP, but much cooler in the ...

Thank you for the white dial pics, Nicolas!

By: blomman Mr Blue : March 16th, 2014-04:11

I think we agree on this one... This steel/white dial Ref 49960 is a great alternative for the "all black". Personally I prefer this case before the ceramic, might be due to I am a very traditional guy...! ;) I also think the organge minute hand adds an e...

The " in the real " experience drove to a different perception of the watch ,indeed.

By: amanico : March 16th, 2014-04:17

And on the wrist, a pleasant surprise. Cool. I thikn we'll have big fun discussing GP watches! Best! Nico

Indeed we will, Nicolas! :)

By: blomman Mr Blue : March 16th, 2014-13:32

This is just the beginning... Soon all the Basel novelties will come! :) Best Blomman

Crown at 4 means that the whole case is drooping down. Not a very positive watch at all. Asian culture would prefer pointing up to heaven. I understand that crown at 4 might be comfortable, but the same goes for crown at 2. Dean

Yes, I guess...

By: blomman Mr Blue : March 16th, 2014-03:40

GP didn't really take cultre differances into calculation when they choose the crown position. I agree that crown at 2 would make a "happier" profile. But, to be fair - I think GP made the right choice here to go for function first. Crown at 4 is much eas...

Sportivo piece for sure

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : March 15th, 2014-23:58

but I must be honest and tell you that I look at it as weakest link in GP collection Thank you for pictures that brought well all facets of this watch Best D

I am still pondering over the current GP sports watches...

By: blomman Mr Blue : March 16th, 2014-03:59

From a design perspective - I agree, the design is not for everybody. After seeing this one in the "ceramic" and discussed with the technical team - from a technical perspective this is not a weak watch! On the contrary! Best, my friend Blomman

Thank you Blomman, the architecture of the case....

By: Sandgroper : March 16th, 2014-02:14

reminds me a little the AP RO, interesting. Although not really a watch I would wear, I can imagine it been very practical and useful for a professional diver. Very legible and the crown at 4-5 is an astute design for the purpose. Cheers Francois from Dow...

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