Girard Perregaux Chronograph 49480 Review

Watch_This · 2019-01-20T11:31:26Z

Explore a Girard Perregaux chronograph, its clean design, and the debate on date windows. Discusses dial symmetry, 38mm sizing, and traditional aesthetics.

Watch_This shares their Girard Perregaux chronograph, highlighting its clean aesthetics and value. The post quickly evolves into a community discussion on dial symmetry, the role of date windows in watch design, and the appeal of traditional, no-date chronographs.

Key Points from the Discussion

The placement of a date window can often disrupt dial symmetry, especially on chronographs, though market demand often dictates its inclusion.
The author appreciates how the calendar display on their other GP watch flows well with its overall design, contrasting with awkward date placements.
The featured GP watch is identified as the 49480, a 38mm chronograph that wears true to size, making it a great option for those who prefer smaller watches.
A no-date dial is often considered more pure or traditional in watchmaking, appealing to enthusiasts who prioritize aesthetic balance.
The Anni Fiat, Ref 4948, is cited as a great-looking, pure chronograph without a date, reinforcing the preference for no-date designs among some collectors.
The 38mm size, balanced no-date dial, blued hands, and fair price point make the GP chronograph a highly regarded dress chronograph.

The Discussion

blomman Mr Blue

Jan 20, 2019

That is a very nice looking GP watch you have! That's the 49480, right? Please feel free to post more about it. Best Blomman

crown comfort

Jan 20, 2019

The Anni Fiat, Ref 4948 is a great looking Chrono, pure without date. CC PS: I took the liberty to crop the black borders of your picture

Watch_This

Jan 20, 2019

I am relatively new to luxury watches. Is having no date considered to be more pure or traditional? I usually like having the date on my watches, but clearly it is not a deal breaker for me.

crown comfort

Jan 20, 2019

more seriously, a date window often disturbs the symmetry of a dial, especially on a Chronograph. It's a matter of taste and Marketing tells us that the big majority wants to have a date, so all is fine

Watch_This

Jan 20, 2019

Thanks for cleaning it up! And for those who are curious, it is a 38mm, and it wears that size. For me, it is about as small as I like to go. But really a great watch.

amanico

Jan 20, 2019

Why? It is part of the idea behind the watch. Best, Nicolas

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