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At last...here it is! My detailed review!
Dear watch-enthusiasts
Nearly one year ago I only posted a quick wrist shot of my new acquisition and promised to write a detailed review later…well it is quite a bit later but I still want to fulfill my promise.
So here it is; my detailed review. I hope you enjoy the review and the pics (I'm unfortunately not an expert in photography…).
According to my research, this special version of the Girard Perregaux Chrono Hawk was first shown at the JCK jewelry (and watch?) trade show in Las Vegas in 2015. It carries the reference 49971-37-631-BB6A but cannot found on GP's website or in their catalogue. As informed by GP, this model 'was produced for few markets only'.
In my previous post I wrote that if James Bond had the freedom of choice he would pick this Chrono Hawk instead of his Omega (IMO). After wearing the watch for one year, I still feel the same! J
The watch comes in a titanium case (44m) which makes it very light and comfortable to wear. The ceramic bezel is scratch proof and is sitting on a black rubber octagon which is a very nice hint to the GP Laureato. I find the titanium, rubber and ceramic combo very attractive. The contemporary case with the unusual shape and doomed crystal reminds me of stealth bomber…and when looking at it from the side I see a resemblance to the stormtrooper helmet…OK…maybe my imagination is going wild…but see for yourself in the below picture.
The strap is also quite noteworthy since it is a
hybrid alligator leather/rubber strap with a black dlc stainless steel and
ceramic folding clasp. By the way this is the most comfortable folding clasp I
have ever worn and I don’t know how they do it but the leather on the strap is
absolutely waterproof. Speaking of, the watch is waterproof up to 100m.
The most fascinating detail of this version is surely its unique dial. All
Chrono Hawk models have a texture on the dial but on this version the recessed
areas have been removed so you can actually see part of the movement
underneath.
Not sure if it can be classified as a skeletonized watch but what strikes me
most is the way the red rubies are presented. Truly mesmerizing! Someone must
have put a lot of thought into it. When the sun shines in to the dial it almost
looks like a nuclear bomb device out of a James Bond movie with little red
control lights blinking. You will also notice that the chronograph was fitted
with a third sub-dial for counting the hours (the regular Chrono Hawks only
have two sub-dials). The movement is the manufacture's workhorse GP03300 and
can be admired through the crystal back. The finish of the rotor is a bit of a letdown
in my opinion, I wish they would have decorated it a little more… Another nice
detail is the way the date is displayed by moving a large ring with punched out
numbers over a white surface.
When I saw this watch for the first time I have totally fallen for it…and as you surely noticed by now, I'm still very very fond of this watch...what more can you ask for? J
Have a great weekend!
The swiss guy
At last...here it is! My detailed review!
Great you kept your promise ;)
yes, I cannot deny it is rather a larger watch but it fits nicely on a 7.5 inch wrist!
Not from the crown view, but more the lugs view above. Cracking watch the Chrono Hawks, but like most GPs, hugely under-appreciated and rarely considered – especially at the price they can be had for.
Better late than never. Always really interesting to know the true feeling of watch owner.
I agree with you on the caseback. Also, if the date were dropped, it would be better.
You are absolutely true about the AP Concept watch. Great eyes ;-)
Thank you for coming back and share an in-depth review and first hand experience with us.
