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I cannot resist a watch with this case ...
Weeks back I was offered a GP chronograph "Vintage 1960".
The watch was used and somehow abused by the previous owner but I simple cannot resist a "Carrée Classique Elegance" case shape.
Add to that the lack of date (Yes, I was contaminated by the "no date is great" campaign from Nicolas).
Since the watch was abused, I got a nice deal, trusting on my watchmaker "magic".
Here are the steps to return the "Vintage 1960" to its former glory (I oversimplified the pictures - I have 80+ pics of the "magic").
First, the end result. Lovely:
Now as I sent it to the SPA. For sure the previous owner was not very careful with his watch. Scratches and dings galore.
The movement was not in bad shape but dry as a bone:
After being fully disassembled, cleaned and perfectly oiled, here are the two main parts: Chronograph module and watch module (DD and ETA):
Timed and adjusted:
Ready to go:
Now, with me. I love (again) this shape:
Looks great (IMHO) on any angle:
Colorful and nice.
I'm very happy with the result. Not an expensive watch but very nice on my wrist.
Cheers,
Nilo
I cannot resist a watch with this case ...
Weeks back I was offered a GP chronograph "Vintage 1960". The watch was used and somehow abused by the previous owner but I simple cannot resist a "Carrée Classique Elegance" case shape. Add to that the lack of date (Yes, I was contaminated by the "no dat...
Very sensual, indeed. Bravo, Nilo.
The case is outstanding, the Bi Compax dial is superb, the movement is maybe the less interesting part of the Watch, but this is a real cool Watch you got, my friend. BRAVO! Best, Nicolas
Thank you, Maestro ...
As you can see, I'm following "the Maestro" date avoidance. Bi-Compax rules. Cheers, Nilo
It is a superb watch...
with a lot of character. This case is one of my fav ones. Congrats Nilo for this great catch! It proves once again that pleasure is not linked to money. Fx
You are 100% correct ...
This watch delivers more pleasure than others (I don't own expensive ones) of a much higher price point. Cheers, Nilo
Thank you Mr. Bin
It's a watch full of ... pleasure. Just like a good Belgium chocolate. Cheers, Nilo
Super watch
You are extremely lucky to have a good local watchmaker. Love to see these watches brought back to life. It is such a good looking watch I hope it doesn't steel too much Zenith wrist time ! ;) Dean
Thanks, Dean ...
When I was at my watchmaker's place, I paid a visit to this one: The movement is already a true wonder. Should be ready by the end of this week. Stay tuned, Nilo ...
Very nice, Nilo, and...
that case design (which I also like) is quite reminiscent of the Genta designed IWC Golf Club from the '70s. Cheers, Tony C. ...
Interesting ...
Thank you Tony for bringing G. Genta reference. I didn't associate this design with Genta genius. Take a look of a similar design that I just posted here: Cheers, Nilo
Great Story
Great watch , Nilo! Love a story behind an acquisition, brings such soul to a timepiece. Always wondered about the thickness of the case, do u know if that is driven by design ? Pity about the absence of a date though ;)
The date is not necessary but ...
The 24 hour indicator is fundamental for the followers of ... Vlad. Cheers, Nilo
LOL
Good night ! Sleep tight ! And dun let the vampires bite .... LOL Excellent point, Nilo ! excellent ....
Nicely done, sir!
That's a great rescue. The restoration photos are a nice touch, too. And the results are stunning. Enjoy it! Best, CaliforniaJed
I obtain a lot of pleasure ...
When I can (or my watchmaker can) bring a watch to its former glory. Cheers, Nilo
a watch with character
for people with character and taste. Mine says "hi" BTW: mine is named Vintage 1970. Serial # 10xx, I understand that initially GP thought this was a 60ties design but later found it actually belonged into the 70ties and renamed the watch. There is also a...
Beautiful ...
You are correct. Is a watch with character. Not big, dresses just fine and I love the central minute counter. I didn't knew about the 60's / 70's name change. I was a little confused during my research by finding the same watch with two names. Cheers, Nil...
I love it too!!!
Hi Nilo! Me too, I find you GP very nice. It seems it has a "human" size (compared to the majority of recent proposals) and, if I'm not wrong, it has central hands for both chrono seconds and minutes: I like this feature! Given the pre-SPA picture, I gues...
Let me explain ...
Elio, My watchmaker comes from a family of watchmakers of long tradition and he, personally, is a legendary recover of cases. On a summary, he is an artist of watch polishing. Of course, the gaskets were replaced. In respect to corrosion, everyone that se...
Congratulations. The watch is wonderful....
....and i must say the Pictures are phantastic! The deep black dial. The white hands. the red tip of the chronograph minute hand (or am i wrong?) The polished case... BTW, the strap Looks superb as well. Embossed leather? I like the structure and the text...
Thank you ...
Stefan, You are correct. The chronograph minute hand is a red arrow. The strap is some sort of leather + synthetic material. Very nice on warm and wet weather. Cheers, Nilo
Inspiring
Hi Nilo, your post inspired me to play around with different straps on mine. I have removed the bracelet and attached now a tan brown crock strap with white stitching, which gives it a nice vintage look, IMO. I also have tried a black croco strap, but rig...
2 fresh wrsitshots
seems my iPhone takes better pictures than my Nikon SLR..., ok assume user error ...
A nice combination. What about...
what about a black croco strap with white stitching? That combination should look really classy! Best Stefan
Black strap, white stitching
Hello Stefan, good idea! I managed to get hold of a black strap with white stitching. Just deployed it and took a quick photo. It needs to soften a bit before I can wear it. I think I will alternate between the brown and the black depending on mood. CC ...
This is an awesome combination....matches perfectly...
This is an awesome combination....matches perfectly the black dial and the white hands! Looking forward to see additional photos best, Stefan On Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 10:19 AM,
Very nice ...
This watch seems to accept any type of strap and looks great. Brown, black, sporty or dressing. Everything looks wonderful on this watch. Mine is now with a black calf by C. F. and looks serious and dressy. Cheers, Nilo
Cogratulations.
Hi, Clearly a great watch, like no other. I hope to get one someday, or see somerthing new from GP with this case. Enjoy Best Dje
Saved ... by you ...
Jerome, I was about to trade this GP with something else when your comment arrived on my email. I took another look to the GP and stated "Sorry but is a keeper". It will be hard to find another "Vintage 1960" with this case and, very important to me, a mo...