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Good and bad moments, watches are here, as faithful companions.
This 1966 is no exception, and wearing itr, as any other Watch, by the way, is the only way to fully appreciate it.
With the 1966, it is simple, I really love the shape of the case. Very elegant, and timeless.
Now, I would favour: A solid case back or a manual winding movement.
I find the auto movement luch too small, even if, in a 38 mm case, it is ok.
There are so many somptuous 1966! The Chronograph is the first which comes to my mind. Fernando's enamel is another. The EOT, too.
Without forgetting the elusive Minute Repeater!
Thanks for this well written review, my friend. Just a bit sad that you had to wear it on such circumstances.
All the best,
Nicolas
Girard-Perregaux 1966, 38 mm in White Gold - On the wrist review
Friends, I promised you a on the wrist review of the Girard-Perregaux 1966, 38 mm in white gold. I was expecting to test this watch to the limit! Checking all aspects of accuracy, visibility, comfort… You name it; I thought that I really should do thoroug...
What a lovely personal review my friend
I think that it will be hard for you to forget this particular watch/model since its been with you through thick and thin last month. Baby grasping the GP is top top top shot! Hope all is well Sincerely Damjan
All is much better now....
Thank you, my friend! :) As for the watch, yes I realized that I really NEED a GP 1966! Which model, I am still struggling.... But for sure I MUST have one! :) Best Blomman
Reviews with these personal experiences are what makes it special
This is a great review. Nothing beats the experience of a watch that goes with you through the thick and thin, especially when you do not have time or space to give it the extra TLC that we tend to give our watches. Only then, it is put through the paces....
Re: Nothing beats the experience...
Thank you, Richard! True! Nothing beats the real thing. It doesn't matter how many times you have looked or tried a watch.... Only once you wear the watch for a full day, the watch will show its true self! Happy you liked this post and I hope you will hav...
Good and bad moments, watches are here, as faithful companions.
This 1966 is no exception, and wearing itr, as any other Watch, by the way, is the only way to fully appreciate it. With the 1966, it is simple, I really love the shape of the case. Very elegant, and timeless. Now, I would favour: A solid case back or a m...
Yes the chrono is very nice! :)
I haven't seen the blue dial in the metal, but it looks great in photos. Yes, our watches will help us both in good and bad... That is a good thing of being "hooked" on something that you always carry with you! :) Best, dear friend Blomman
Great review
I will share my thoughts having lived with the same watch in rose gold for 2 years when I'm back home this weekend. Currently on the road travelling. Best, CC
Safe trip, my friend!
Thank you, CC! :) You have the 1966 in Pink Gold? I thought you had it in White Gold/white dial...?! Damn, you have too many GP's... I can't keep track of them anymore! ;) Best Blomman
1966 Ref 49525, my experience
I wanted to share more of my thoughts on the classic, 3-hands 1966, Ref 49525, having lived with it for over 2 years. Unlike Blomman’ test watrch, I have the Rose Gold case. In came standard with a non-stitching black strap, making it a classic dress watc...
Thank you for sharing your well elaborated arguments, my friend.
At least the date is well located, here. Still I would prefer without. It would be top elegant, but that is my very personal opinion. As for the movement, with the 38 mm case, I am not shocked. Now, what would be my first 1966??? Enamel or Chronograph? Da...
Between those two
my choice would be the automatic chronograph, no date in white gold and white dial. While the blue dial is very very nice, I think the white dial will keep its charme more long-term. Best, CC
The smaller one, since the one with the date has a bigger case, if I remember correctly.
I saw both of them several times.... The blue is more eye catching. The white is really charming, indeed. Best, Nicolas
Thank you for the insight, CC! :)
Very helpful! :) I will soon take desicion on which model to get... Will keep you posted! :) Best, my friend Blomman
Looking forward
here is another past to present shot: Manual wind - No date Gyromatic - No date Automatic - Date CC ...
Wow! What a great lineup! :)
Thank you for showing this, my friend! :) I love these kind of "evolusion through time" lineups! Best Blomman
Very well written review.. Splenid pics as usual.. That you even did it.. :))
.. Under those difficult personal & sore family times, you have indeed to be thanked for ! To me it appears a very nice classical style watch, but.. - Without " surprises", if you know, what I mean. I do like the face, dial and also the case, but I'm with...
GP have many versions of the 1966!
Thank you, dear HS! For me to write a watch review is relaxation.... When others go for yoga....! ;) And relaxation I really need now! As for GP's offerings when it comes to non-complications round dress watches, yes the GP 1966 is it. But, you have a lot...
Indeed, if I just would have had time....
I would have brought the watch up the mountain! ;) Thank you, my friend. This is a great everyday watch for sure! Best Blomman
The photos of your baby with watch in hand is adorable....
and I hope all is settling down with your family on the medical side. Thank you for the personal review on the 1966. I like the watch for all the reasons you cite and I would be happy to have this particular model in my collection. And perhaps we'll see y...
Bill, I hope your are right....
I need to get my own 1966! :) Thank you, we now are moving forward again! :) Best, my friend Blomman