Girard-Perregaux WW.TC Collection Overview

amanico · 2015-01-01T23:49:01Z

Explore the Girard-Perregaux WW.TC collection's evolution through diverse models, from classic to complicated. See collector favorites and unique editions.

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amanico presents a visual retrospective of the Girard-Perregaux WW.TC collection, inviting the community to reflect on its diverse interpretations over a decade. This post serves as an excellent reference for understanding the evolution and stylistic range of one of GP's most iconic complications, highlighting its enduring appeal to collectors.

Classic?

Simple?

Sporty?

Dark, very dark?

Complicated?

Highly complicated?

Deliciously sophisticated?

During its 10 years of life and since the birth of the first model, the WW TC Chronograph featured in the first pciture of this view, GP, as you can see, released a a wide range of offers.

Among all of these beauties, I had the WW TC Chrono, exactly like the one featured in the first picture, in white gold.

I sold it, but the WW TC is a watch and a family I always loved.

If I had to come back to this family -which I thought more than once- I would certainly change my mind, and take another direction.

First, a no date version, like the one in the second picture, called " Simple ", or the deliciously sophisticated " John Harrison ".

But both house an automatic movement... But both are so highly desirable!

So, if possible, and if money was not a problem, the WW TC Tourbillon, which is my absolute favourite, and not only among the WW TC!

Or, this superb enamel WW TC Tourbillon, which is just the pinnacle of the Sublime, if I may say so.

World Time + Enamel Cloisonné + Tourbillon with 3 Gold Bridges, what else?

And you? What would be your take, here, and why?

Best.

Nicolas.

Key Points from the Discussion

The WW.TC collection is praised for its classic appeal, with the first model and the enamel tourbillon piece unique being particularly admired, though some prefer the older case designs.
Many collectors express a strong preference for the Perpetual Calendar version of the WW.TC, noting its aesthetic appeal and the unlikelihood of encountering the rare tourbillon enamel dial piece unique.
The smaller case in white metal is highly desirable, though often a piece unique. The John Harrison Enamel dial or the Tourbillon Three Golden Bridges are also favored, showcasing the breadth of GP's offerings within the WW.TC line.
While aspirational pieces like the enamel dial Harrison version or the enamel/tourbillon are admired, many collectors are content with more accessible stainless steel versions, such as a New York Special Edition with power reserve.
The WW.TC concept is considered 'super cool' and robust, with many versions making it tough to compile all editions, yet ensuring that collectors 'can't go wrong' with any choice.
The WW.TC series, including a version that tracks financial market opening times, deserves more recognition for its utility and design.

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hs111

Jan 2, 2015

.. There seem to be more models for me, to remember.. And preferably in WG, if there is one (?).. Best, hs

blomman Mr Blue

Jan 2, 2015

The smaller case in white metal! :) Only problem is that it is a Piece Unique... So either the John Harrison Enamel dial or the Tourbillon Three Golden Bridges... Thank you for this great line up, Nicolas! And there are several more versions you could add here, like this years John Harrison for example. This really shows the wide offer GP has with in each model line! Best Blomman

amanico

Jan 2, 2015

But I do agree with your selection... Surprising? No! ;) Best, Nicolas

cazalea

Jan 2, 2015

although I bought (and am wearing right now) sporty, so ... Cazalea

iadxb

Jan 2, 2015

Thank you for your post and a selection of delicious WWTC examples. The list of options is a bit unfair though, who would say no 3 gold bridges tourbillon with enamel dial? But that being piece unique, most of us are unlikely to ever see it :) So from the list of those that we are more likely to come across, my vote goes for the PC, perhaps because that is the one that looks closest to mine which I am in love with. Tried to upload the picture but not sure if it will come out... Cheers, Ibrahim

amanico

Jan 2, 2015

How to not fall in love with the WW TC. You can't go wrong with any of them. Enjoy yours, and welcome here, if I didn't welcome you already, and if I did, welcome bis! :) Nicolas

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