Girard-Perregaux Calibre 352: Vintage Quartz Watch 1970
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Girard-Perregaux Calibre 352: Vintage Quartz Watch 1970

By Rosneathian · Jan 28, 2021 · 21 replies
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Rosneathian's acquisition of a New Old Stock Girard Perregaux Calibre 352 offers a rare glimpse into the early days of quartz watchmaking. This pristine example, complete with its original tag, allows collectors to appreciate the design aesthetics and historical significance of a pivotal era in horology. His post highlights how these early quartz movements, while revolutionary, also ushered in a distinct design language that remains compelling today.

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All in the wake of Seiko’s Astron, of course.

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mdg
Jan 30, 2021

www.imdb.com

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Rosneathian
Jan 30, 2021

Be that as it may, I'm glad it evokes something of that period for you. It's one of my favourite periods in watch design, and the whole drama around quartz feels oddly secondary to its look.

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mdg
Jan 30, 2021

...in the USA it is one of the iconic '70s TV shows.

RO
Rosneathian
Jan 30, 2021

I tend to dabble across a wide range, so each buy opens a new door.

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