Girard Perregaux

Hello everyone,

I’m a long-time mechanical watch enthusiast and recently had my Girard-Perregaux Richeville Chronograph (Ref. 2765, stainless steel) fully serviced by GP. Along with the service, I requested a Certificate of Authenticity, which is currently pending delivery.

What I’ve found puzzling is that my particular example features  a reverse panda configuration that I haven’t seen elsewhere, either in past listings or GP catalogs. Most Richeville references I’ve encountered feature silver, cream, or white dials with minimal contrast.

The watch is in excellent condition and has both the original GP alligator strap (which I’ve kept) and a newly installed OEM GP strap from the recent service. I also have the service paperwork and a GP travel case. I’m not looking to sell at the moment — just hoping to learn more about the rarity, possible production background, and collector interest in this configuration.

Could this have been part of a limited regional run or boutique variation? Is anyone aware of similar examples or production details? Any insight would be much appreciated.

Thank you in advance — I’ve learned a lot from reading the posts here and would love to contribute once I know more about this watch’s story.

Regards,

Joel (Rio Rancho, NM)

It’s really lovely. There’s a few GP chaps here who might be able to help. 

Unfortunately, I don't have the answer to your questions as GP is a brand I don't know well enough.

That’s very helpful.

Not a common dial for sure, but we had a member who owned it

www.watchprosite.com

It looks great on a brown strap imo

For specific numbers produced for this dial, GP customer service will be able to provide information.

There is a blue dial variant for sale on chrono24.

Hope this helps a little.

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By the way, are you the one known person on Earth with the GP Abarth Havana dial? I saw your post and greatly admire that piece. How did you come by it, if you don’t mind me asking?

I bought it from another collector after several attempts which included some unashamed begging. 😅

There are some other very special neo-vintage pieces that are still available on chrono24 and such. Today they are there, but it is no guarantee that they will be there tomorrow.

Do check out the Laureato 8010 and the Laureato-Olimpico 8017. They are both rare and special pieces. I treasure mine.

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I’m a big fan of GP. Very underrated and under appreciated. I also have a fun bit of GP history in the collection besides the 2765.

This is a good read https://www.thenakedwatchmaker.com/decon-girard-perregaux-shell

GP has gone through certain changes. In ownership and positioning.

Ref 2499


Ref 4940


Ref 2498


There are some very interesting pieces in the 38 mm case diameter size.

Most don’t know to look for them and just limit themselves to current production pieces.

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Thanks. I will reach out to them for sure. I’m not sure why they sent the watch back from overhaul unaccompanied by the COA, but maybe that itself will reveal some more information in writing as well.