
In a testament to focused collecting, ppatti99 shares the acquisition of a long-sought Girard-Perregaux La Esmeralda Tourbillon. This post highlights the profound satisfaction of obtaining a true grail watch and offers a glimpse into the meticulous craftsmanship that defines high horology. ppatti99's journey underscores the value of curating a collection that resonates deeply with personal passion and appreciation for exceptional watchmaking.




I also read your previous post. And I admire how you have pared it down to your real grail watches. Years ago I also got to radically part with everything that made me feel lukewarm and narrowed my collection down to what I love and want to wear regularly. But my small collection has started to grow again…. I really like your “watch collecting strategy”. And your selection is definitely off the beaten track. I agree with you that GP is completely underrated. A Tourbillon Three Bridges would be a
Huge Congrats. Love it
That is GP at its absolute best! Hope they will survive, they just have to...
As ppatti99 impressively demonstrates: less is more! And if the few remaining pieces are on a significantly higher level - what more could you ask for?
Honestly seeing it in the video is breathtaking so I wanted to share. (Mod can delete but no products offered since sold😁) Watch "Girard-Perregaux La Esmeralda Tourbillon 99275-52-000-BA6E Girard-Perregaux Watch Review" on YouTube youtu.be
Reviewed it for me and said it was side by side with Gruebel Forsey & Philippe Dufour regarding absolute astonishing craftsmanship. The hand finishing goes on and on.
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