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then two is super-rare! Friends, my first catch of 2019, the Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver 1st Generation 7254 with the very rare triangle index dial. Reference 7254 was the first Diving watch from GP rated at an incredible 100 Fathoms (180m) without a screw-in crown. There is a lot of charm on those
then two is super-rare!
Friends,
my first catch of 2019, the Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver 1st Generation 7254 with the very rare triangle index dial.
Reference 7254 was the first Diving watch from GP rated at an incredible 100 Fathoms (180m) without a screw-in crown.
There is a lot of charm on those early skin divers without rotating bezel. Strong 35mm case that looks larger than it is.
Screwed case back with Caliber 19 inside, the quite rare first generation Gyromatic movement with small seconds.
Finding a Deep Diver 7254 is very very hard, especially in good condition. Blomman has a few and I have the black dial.
I once already had a poor condition 7254 with triangle indexes which was in such poor condition that the only chance was to refinish the dial. It also missed the original hands and crown. The outcome was not very pleasing.
Now, this one serves a good purpose and with this new catch, that gap is now closed on my end.
Putting an all original black dial 7254 next to an all original triangle index 7254 is quite a task!
Best,
CC
The Girard-Perregaux Sea Hawk reference 7254 represents an early iteration of the brand's dive watch offerings, notable for its "Deep Diver" designation and distinctive dial configuration. This particular reference is recognized for its initial water resistance rating of 100 fathoms (180 meters) without employing a screw-down crown, a characteristic of early skin diver designs. The presence of the triangle index dial further distinguishes certain examples of this reference, contributing to its appeal among collectors. It stands as a foundational piece in the Sea Hawk lineage, predating later iterations with rotating bezels.
The watch features a robust 35mm case, which often presents with a larger wrist presence than its dimensions suggest. The case back is screwed down, securing the internal mechanism. Powering the reference 7254 is the Girard-Perregaux Caliber 19, an early generation Gyromatic movement. This movement is characterized by its small seconds complication, a detail that aligns with the aesthetic and technical preferences of the period. The crystal type for this reference is typically acrylic, consistent with dive watches of its era.
This reference appeals to collectors interested in the evolution of dive watches and early examples from established manufacturers. Its design, characterized by the absence of a rotating bezel and the specific dial variations, positions it as a significant early skin diver. The relative rarity of certain dial configurations, such as the triangle index, enhances its collectibility. The 7254 provides insight into Girard-Perregaux's initial approach to water-resistant timepieces before the widespread adoption of more advanced dive watch features.
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the dial on the new one is so nice. Well done and congratulations. Regards Kev.
it has been a long long search for that particular dial version.
Big congrats on finding yet another Unicorn Cheers D
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