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Girard Perregaux is, still, this year, surfing on their two superb cases, whi can be considered as iconic, the 1966 and the Vintage, Who will complain? Certainly not me! The only thing I would complain about is the quality of my pictures on this two very nice watches, but I will certainly have in a
The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 line, introduced in 1994, draws inspiration from historical models, specifically a 1945 Art Deco piece. This collection is characterized by its rectangular or tonneau-shaped cases and a design language that evokes mid-20th century aesthetics. The Vintage 1945 series quickly became a cornerstone of Girard-Perregaux's offerings in the 1990s, reinterpreting classic forms with contemporary watchmaking standards. It represents a significant period for the brand in re-establishing its heritage-inspired collections.
Early models in the Vintage 1945 series typically featured stainless steel cases, though gold variants were also produced. The case dimensions varied depending on the specific model, often presenting a balanced profile suitable for dress wear. These watches were frequently equipped with automatic movements, showcasing Girard-Perregaux's in-house capabilities or finely finished outsourced calibers. The crystal was commonly sapphire, ensuring durability and legibility, while water resistance was generally suitable for daily wear rather than aquatic activities.
For collectors, the Vintage 1945 series appeals to those interested in neo-vintage watches that successfully blend historical design with modern execution. The 1994 introduction year marks it as one of the earlier and more influential lines from Girard-Perregaux's resurgence in the 1990s. Its various iterations, including time-only, small seconds, and later complicated versions, offer a range of choices for enthusiasts seeking a distinctive rectangular watch with a clear lineage.
Because I love the case (even if it is a bit too large) and it has more character. Moreover, good surprise, the watch doesn't have any date window! The 1966 is less surprising IMHO. Thanks for the presentation! Fx
1966 no date would have been sublime!
This presents a tough choice for my attention this year. The blue 1966 or the Reverso Chocolat ? No date on the 1966 would have sealed it. Dean
You know I am a sucker for blue dials, Nicolas. The 1966, I tend to agree on the date window, but I donβt see it as a big problem. For me the warm tone of the pink gold makes perfect sense on a classic looking beauty like this! Love the shape of this case, the blue radiant dial and the long slender index matches perfectly the hands. The fact that the index goes almost to the edge of the bezel is another detail I really like! As for the Vintage, I agree with you. The smaller size would have been
And very appealing, too. But you know my preference for whte metal cases... ;) Yes, the Red 60 is a very nice cherry on the cake. Thanks for your input, my friend. Nicolas
Thanks for sharing these. It always gives a better impression to see real photos than the official catalogue photos. I think both are superb. If I'm not mistaken than the 1966 blue dial is slightly brighter blue than the Palladium limited edition with a dark blue dial. That still has a place high up on my wish list. The Vintage 45 is of course fantastic with the brushed lines and the applied numerals. I would also love to see that in the smaller King Size and in precious metal (white gold or why
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