Girard-Perregaux Manufacture Visit

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Girard-Perregaux Manufacture Visit

By amanico · Mar 11, 2015 · 15 replies

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amanico revisits a memorable trip to the Girard-Perregaux Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds, sharing 'postcards' from Switzerland that capture the essence of the journey. This photo report offers a glimpse into the brand's heritage and the picturesque setting where its timepieces are crafted, providing context for the passion behind GP watches.

It was exactly one year ago...

Our last trip to the GP Manufacture, with Blomman, gave us the opportunity to engrave some great moments in the hard disc of our memory. Moments of pure delight, horology, friendship, and aesthetics.

Till then I never went to Neuchâtel. A town I will have to visit, as it really looks magnificient, and full of charm.

Our Headquarter for one ( very short ) night, the well called Beau Rivage:

The lake side was Worth an early walk, and the view is sublime:

As we were not there for a fishing game, it was time to take the car, and to go to " La Tcho ", which is the affectuous nickname given to La Chaux De Fonds, where the GP Manufacture is located.

But before arriving there, a magic surprise, the Snowy heights:

La Chaux De Fonds, Girard Perregaux... The heart beats faster, since this is a place I wanted to visit for 15 years!

We didn't have time for tourism, but we had a quick walk in the Streets:

1, Girardet Place, this is a magic address for the GP Fans.

Here comes the dizziness. Stars, stairs, and stairs again...

Gold cases, again, and again...

Finished movements: Perlages, Cotes De Genève, a fine watchmaking classic:

A funny parallel between the modern ambiance of a Manufacture:

And the ambiance from the past... Not necessarily the same Tools, even if sometimes, the method is the same ( polishing a tourbillon bridge with a piece of wood, for days and days, without any machine assistancen is something which still exists! )

Don't repeat it, but the GP watchmakers told me that the secret of their Genius lies in two things...

Candies:

And Humour:

I tend to trust them.

A quick lunch at the last floor of the Blue Building, allowing us to have a view from the heights to the heights...

I wouldn't conclude this photo report without:

- A wristshot. One of the best I took, certainly, in Neuchâtel, early in the morning, on the lake side:

- Giving some warm thanks to Xavier, our friendly contact, and the whole GP Team.

I am just dreaming about coming back there!

All the best,

Nicolas

This message has been edited by amanico on 2015-03-11 00:16:32

Key Points from the Discussion

The visit to the Girard-Perregaux Manufacture created lasting memories of horology, friendship, and aesthetics, highlighting the immersive experience of a factory tour.
The journey to La Chaux-de-Fonds, affectionately known as 'La Tcho,' included scenic views of Neuchâtel and snowy heights, emphasizing the beautiful Swiss landscape surrounding the manufacture.
A fellow Purist shared additional, possibly promotional, images from a G-P event, suggesting a broader engagement with the brand beyond just the factory visit.
The experience was particularly significant for a new moderator, marking a 'perfect start' to their role within the community.
The brand Girard-Perregaux is steadily growing in appeal for some collectors, indicating a positive perception shift or increasing recognition.

The Discussion

BL

blomman Mr Blue

Mar 11, 2015

Thank you, Nicolas for this great photo report from our visit one year ago! :) This was the first time for me as well to go to the GP Manufacture. A perfect start for a new moderator! :) Thank you for this reminder, my friend. Hope we can do this journey soon again! Best Blomman

AM

amanico

Mar 11, 2015

Day for day, happy birthday! That was a great honor and pleasure to share that with you. Hope we'll do it again. Best, my friend. Nicolas

BL

blomman Mr Blue

Mar 11, 2015

Moderation Game takes a lot of time and effort... But VERY rewarding! :) Best, my friend Blomman

MT

MTF

Mar 11, 2015

I have some of the same but also different memories of PuristS visit to Girard-Perregaux... This has nothing to do with the factory but the photo was in my G-P Factory folder.....? Maybe it was a promotional event reported on our G-P forum The Blue G-P Building The Pillar that holds up the G-P empire Early CNC machine Ferrari at G-P factory The Villa that was to be the G-P Museum G-P Pocket Watch from an era when real watchmaking was done. Regards, MTF

CR

crown comfort

Mar 11, 2015

those are G ina and P ing ;)

BL

blomman Mr Blue

Mar 11, 2015

Me and Nicolas to the ladies in your first pic! ;) Best Blomman

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