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Blomman Mr Blue shares a captivating image of the Girard-Perregaux reference 2499 with a black dial, a watch he describes as a 'nightmare to photograph' but a 'pure pleasure' in person. His post highlights the watch's unique aesthetic, combining a guilloché dial with an angular case and oversized hands. This article delves into the details that make this specific reference a standout for collectors.
Friends,
Today I like to share one shot of a watch that took me by a storm when I saw it live!
The Girard-Perregaux reference 2499 with black dial.
A nightmare to take in photos, but the combination of the very elegant black Guilloche dial, the angular case and the oversized hands is a winning combination in my book!
The two register chrono with small red details is enough to give the Guilloche patter enough room to make the dial pop!
Very nice size, 38 mm gives the case the elegance to go together with the Guilloche dial…
Thank you to the owner for letting me discover this one!
Best
Blomman
The Patek Philippe Reference 2499 is a highly significant perpetual calendar chronograph, representing a pivotal model in the brand's history of complicated wristwatches. It succeeded the Reference 1518 and introduced a larger case diameter and updated aesthetic, establishing a design language that would influence subsequent perpetual calendar chronographs from Patek Philippe for decades. The reference was produced in four distinct series, each with subtle variations in dial layout, pusher style, and case construction.
This reference typically features a case crafted from precious metals, most commonly yellow gold, though examples in rose gold and platinum are known. The case diameter is generally 37.5mm, housing a manual-wind movement, specifically the caliber 13''' Q. This movement integrates a perpetual calendar mechanism with a chronograph function, offering indications for day, date, month, leap year, and moon phases. The crystal is typically acrylic for earlier series and sapphire for later iterations.
The 2499 is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity, complexity, and historical importance. It is considered a benchmark for vintage complicated Patek Philippe watches and represents the evolution of the perpetual calendar chronograph from the mid-20th century. The variations between the four series provide distinct collecting opportunities, with each series possessing unique characteristics that appeal to different connoisseurs.
charming look! Tip top. Best, Nicolas
I know this one is very hard to photograph. The crystal is quite domed and that always reflects some light back no matter what angle you shoot. One of my favourites and a difficult find. CC
Longines Majetek! Best Blomman
But in real it is pure pleasure! Best Blomman
Love the appeal between oval lines, yet angulated, as outer shape design element & round inner bezel. Also the lugs again seem to facilitate a great fit.. - The two compteurs & strong hands complement each other.. Great share, thx ! Best, hs PS: you will have to bring it with you next time, pls ! This message has been edited by hs111 on 2015-09-21 11:23:30
Is this a vintage piece or a recent issue?
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