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Thank you Jlux 🤝
Models from Japan can be especially challenging to identify and then source. Language issues and perhaps not as many social media posts (that I use at least).
And there are some “serious” collector with some “seriously” rare pieces on japan. The collectors don’t of these rare birds don’t often want to sell and if they do, they will often sell in japan only to japanese only.
Luckily I have have built relationships with with many of these collectors so that is a big help.
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GP Abarth 4946 (Studio Ghibli)
Was back in Singapore today and managed a quick visit to the Studio Ghibli exhibition at Marina Bay Sands. How lovely to see these creations by Hayao Miyazaki. 🇯🇵 These pictures may look like animae but they are actually 3-D installation art recreations f...
Thanks 😊 Well, first part is to know and then to find.
It's tricky because GP archives are not the best. And PETER CDE posts (who was probably the most prolific writer of GP watches from the neo-vintage period) often have broken links in WPS. So it's a lot of piecing together information. Separating fact and ...
Thank you Jlux 🤝
Models from Japan can be especially challenging to identify and then source. Language issues and perhaps not as many social media posts (that I use at least). And there are some “serious” collector with some “seriously” rare pieces on japan. The collector...
Fantastic Exhibition!
and it is always a pleasure to see your Special Watch, thank you for sharing it with us.
You are most welcome. I'm advocating that more folks look at GP beyond just the current production laureato. 🤝
The 3-bridges are a much come in at a much larger price point. So neo-vintage holds so much beauty and value ....
Nice strap and watch (dial color) combination
IMO it is better looking than the bracelet combo of your previous post : )
Thanks tDial and I agree with you
The Abarth looks better with a strap. Having the original bracelet is just a bonus and changes the look. I think with a satin brushed finish, the bracelet will work better. 🤝
Nice version and dial color!
If I remember correctly, there is also a silver dialed GP Fiat version around…
Thanks 🤝 nope, the fiat is a totally different model
and not rare. The fiat is ref GP 49480, solid case back. 3 register. Lacquered hands. Different movement. Etc etc Many differences. Pics from internet The Fiat was made for Fiat workers as a long working reward. Several can be found quite easily for sale....
Thanks
For such a whimsical post. One of my kids loved Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbor Totoro when she was a youngster. What an imagination Miyazaki has! Magical. Thanks for posting.
How wonderful to hear this 🫶🏼
My wife is almost 50 and she still loves Totoro ☺️ Thanks for your heartwarming comment. Best wishes from Singapore 🤝