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A question re big date moonphase in Vintage 1945 case
Hi,
I've got my eye on a Big Date Moonphase in Vintage 1945 case. I'm relatively unsophisticated about movements and horological refinements, but I've read ei8htoms' excellent article and have a question, before going forward with my purchase. At the conclusion of his article, John implies that the rivetted or friction fit attachments are acceptable but improvable. I'm not familiar with the evolution of the watch but am wondering if there have been multiple releases since its introduction or if the NIB examples still for sale on the market (AD and otherwise) are from a single initial release. And further, if there have been multiple releases, has the movement been refined? Should I talk to the dealer from whom I'm considering purchasing the watch about it's date of manufacture?
I would be grateful for any advice related to this potential purchase.
Many thanks,
Peter
I've got my eye on a Big Date Moonphase in Vintage 1945 case. I'm relatively unsophisticated about movements and horological refinements, but I've read ei8htoms' excellent article and have a question, before going forward with my purchase. At the conclusion of his article, John implies that the rivetted or friction fit attachments are acceptable but improvable. I'm not familiar with the evolution of the watch but am wondering if there have been multiple releases since its introduction or if the NIB examples still for sale on the market (AD and otherwise) are from a single initial release. And further, if there have been multiple releases, has the movement been refined? Should I talk to the dealer from whom I'm considering purchasing the watch about it's date of manufacture?
I would be grateful for any advice related to this potential purchase.
Many thanks,
Peter
There are variants in the details
G'day,
examples in solid gold past 2003 are fitted with ceramic ball bearings for the rotor; that´s one of several changes to the GP3XXX range over the years. As far as i know, the rivetted/friction-fit parts are still being used; but then, it´s a well tried and tested way and not visible at all.
The ref. 25800 of course is a piece of continuing production, therefore the latest pieces always come with all that was improved meanwhile. Authorized GP dealers should be aware of the production date and may adress the specific details of the piece in question.
Hope this helps a bit?
Greetings from Germany,
Peter
examples in solid gold past 2003 are fitted with ceramic ball bearings for the rotor; that´s one of several changes to the GP3XXX range over the years. As far as i know, the rivetted/friction-fit parts are still being used; but then, it´s a well tried and tested way and not visible at all.
The ref. 25800 of course is a piece of continuing production, therefore the latest pieces always come with all that was improved meanwhile. Authorized GP dealers should be aware of the production date and may adress the specific details of the piece in question.
Hope this helps a bit?
Greetings from Germany,
Peter
Do you think it matters?
Peter,
Happy New Year and thanks for your reply. I have a lead on one that was built a couple of years ago, but is new in box and at a very attractive price. Do you think vintage matters in any substantial way? For example, in terms of reliability, accuracy, or resale?
Cheers from California,
Peter
Happy New Year and thanks for your reply. I have a lead on one that was built a couple of years ago, but is new in box and at a very attractive price. Do you think vintage matters in any substantial way? For example, in terms of reliability, accuracy, or resale?
Cheers from California,
Peter
Made the leap
Peter,
I wanted to thank you again for your help. I just ordered the grand date with moonphase in pink gold with deployant and black strap. I'll receive it on Monday.
Peter
I wanted to thank you again for your help. I just ordered the grand date with moonphase in pink gold with deployant and black strap. I'll receive it on Monday.
Peter