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Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Tourbillon with Three Golden Bridges

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-00:38

Friends,

 

Another Horological master piece: the Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Tourbillon with Three Golden Bridges.

 

Every time I look at photos of this watch I get a smile on my face and remember the big pleasure of trying this watch on my wrist!

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Have to admit that visibility is not as good as on the version with the original shaped bridges…

But when it comes to this kind of watch, I think it is OK if visibility pays a toll…

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What do you think? Would you wear this watch?

 

Best

Blomman  

Hi Blomman

 
 By: Alkiro1 : May 18th, 2016-00:50
I prefer the round case one but you are right regarding the hands. Another colour would help to read hours.

Best

The Three Golden Bridges have a lot of round models!

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-05:15
Will try to post one for you soon!
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Best
Blomman

Thank you :-) [nt]

 
 By: Alkiro1 : May 18th, 2016-05:35
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:) [nt]

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-11:39
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I would wear it with a lot of pleasure, indeed. A marvel. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 18th, 2016-05:36
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You and me both, my friend! :) [nt]

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-11:39
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Maybe one day, with a nice armagnac? [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 18th, 2016-11:42
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I am in! :) [nt]

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-11:45
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Ok, bring the watches, I take care of everything else. ;) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 18th, 2016-11:49
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Will see what I can do! ;) [nt]

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-12:12
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For me, this works perfectly!

 
 By: crown comfort : May 18th, 2016-06:18
I have to say that when I would be able to get one 3GB Tourbillon, then the Vintage 45 case with the straight bridges is the one I would go for.

Why? Because I like the combination of the parallel lines in a square case, giving it a modern look while keeping the traditional highly polished craftsmanship that makes the 3GB so special.

Only thing, I would prefer it in white gold.

Readability? Who cares!

CC

I agree on all you said!

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-11:40
But, I would still want a round version as well...
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Best, my friend
Blomman

Subprime readabilty ... to use a nearly oldfashined term from the baking world :-)

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : May 18th, 2016-10:03

Interesting that readability is less perfect on the squared model, which is due to the cut out hands?

Regardless this little detail this model comes second after the round, 41mm rose gold version from 2010.

Have you got a picture of it smile?


Best

Moritz

Due to the cut out hands and the wider bridges...

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 18th, 2016-11:42
I think the classic shape of the bridges are less intrusive due to the thin middle part of the bridge.
I will check my archive what I can find...
Best
Blomman

Esmeralda for me. Going for the gold. It was the piece that started it all. [nt]

 
 By: Mitch K : May 22nd, 2016-09:24
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You can't go wrong with the Esmeralda! :) [nt]

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 23rd, 2016-14:28
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Daydreaming.. I like the square shape on this splendid 3GB Tourbi.. but yes, ..

 
 By: hs111 : May 22nd, 2016-23:54
.. Readability is a certain down, also for me..

Thus, if one- then the round in black & RG..

This one still is mesmerizing as well !

Best, hs
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One of each?! ;)

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 23rd, 2016-14:29
That is my dream!
Best
Blomman