Vintage
Blomman Mr Blue's pre-Baselworld 2014 sneak peek at the Girard-Perregaux Esmeralda pocket watch offers a captivating glimpse into the brand's heritage and technical prowess. This article provides valuable insights into the enduring appeal of vintage pocket watches and the intricate details of GP's iconic 'Three Golden Bridges' movement, enriching the understanding for both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts.
My contact at GP sent me this photo of the famous Esmeralda...
And I couldn't resist sharing this fantastic shot with you here!
Also it reminds me that I saw a couple of super cool Tourbillons when I visited the Manufacture last week...
But for now, my lips are sealed...!
Best
Blomman
This message has been edited by blomman on 2014-03-19 15:52:00I am curious to see what you saw.. ;) Best, Nicolas
Love it Blomman! Actually I would love to buy a vintage pocket watch but just so afraid they are so fragile. A modern (high end) one tends to be very expensive and hence I stick to wrist watches. cheers robin
.. some GP-newbie Q's : 1/ Am I right, that Esmeralda is a vintage piece ? ( and is that envouting piece pictured).. [ or is GP doing a re-edition of a Pocket Watch ?] 2/ if so, were there several/different "Esmeralda(s)"? - were those identical or unique each.? - I ask this, as Fx's pic illustrates another type of case finish and gold "work" ! ("barock" or classicistic?..) -- I deducted end of 19th century... ->> and / or were these just models/ versions of the line ? 3/ Lastly : Any chance, yo
Only 6 more days to Basel....! ;) Best Blomman
This one I a very special one! :) As for fragile - honestly, many vintage PW's are much more robust than todays wristwatches! Today, many Manufactures uses too thin and fragile parts, 100 years ago you used thicker- and materail that lasted longer. Just look at "Stainless steel" - alloys used during the 50's and 60's were often much better than whats used today. Don't get me wrong, not all manufactures cuts corners like this. Some do.... No name mentioned... BUT, the big problem jumping on vinta
Only thing is if I will be able to answer...! ;) Esmeralda is a type of Three Golden Bridges Tourbillon movement. The one in my pic and the one in Fx's is not the same PW (just look at the crown and you will see). Unfortunately I did not receive any dial shot. The dial is "plain white" enamel with arabic numbers. I will return to these PW, ocne I have a change (after Basel)... Best, my friend Blomman
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