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(GP new model) beauty doesn´t need big words - new dials, "Vintage1966"ref. 49525

Dear enthusiasts,

it is with pleasure to have a closer look at what i found one of the most beautiful additions by GP for this year - the grey dials for GP´s wildly popular Vintage1966.

The ref. 49525 "Vintage1966" was one of the most successfull introductions in 2006, which certainly goes back to the timeless, classic appearance. It is not just a "retro"-look, it is a modern interpretation of classic design elements that make for a classy appearance; a Vintage1966 is just never out of place.
Part of the success might be a limited choice of dial variants and case materials. Available only in Pink Gold and White Gold with silver-white dials allows for a quick decision, which is globally appreciated - the Vintage1966 meanwhile did proof to be cherished in any market!

Therefore i´m pretty happy to see GP resisted possible temptations to widen this model range by too many more variants; a classic look really doesn´t need more than a few choices.

So maybe a surprise (for GP fans who followed our earlier coverage maybe a little less), in 2007 exactly two new dials are added.
The gently curved, opaline dials in charcoal or ruthenium grey colour make for a very different look, without touching on the key elements that make the Vintage1966 so special:


White Gold, Reference 49525-53-631-BK6A


Pink Gold, Reference 49525-52-232-BKCA

Both new variants share the paper specs of their white dial cousins:
- diameter: 38mm
- height: 8.50mm
- sapphire crystal, domed (slightly curved), anti-reflective coating
- see-through back
- GP manufacture-made movement caliber GP03300, 11 1/2 lines, 27 jewels
- alligator straps with classic pin buckle

Unlike the white dial versions, there is currently no variant with diamond-set bezel for these two additions; personally i really appreciate GP keeping this model really down to it´s essence!

Here´s an overview of all ref. 49525 variants:



To me, the Vintage1966 is a true GP classic. A beautiful and handsome watch, modern but timeless!

Some more impressions in a follow-up part below!

Greetings from Germany,

Peter