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sea hawk 24-our dial with grey numbers?

Thx a lot for your feedback and the opportunity to share the early Sea Hawk for the USA market. I prepare a picture with all components because in the moment I do a service and so it's ideal to have a deep dive into. Everything in my understanding is original: Monocase with sign GP / Brevet+ and case number (not to see on the photo). Movement sign by GP and code "BG" with movemnet reference (not to see on the photo). "Swiss unadjusted" and USA-country code "gmx" fit with the Peseux 200 / 15 jewels. Speidel USA bracelet. The crown is not original. The dial is not in good condition. The 24-our numbers are very low in quality. I blow up and put circles around for a better view. When I prepared the picture I had another idea: Could it be that the numbers were red and in the meantime the color gone? That could be an explanation why I think the numbers now are grey but in reality it is only the rest of substance of the red color. What do you think? Thanks again and best regrads, Frank

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Girard-Perregaux Sea Hawk for over seven decades, what I have collected so far

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-04:47

Friends, Let’s have a closer look at the Sea Hawk family from GP. As the name gives it away, the “Sea Hawk” has some connection with water, but as the Sea Hawk as a model dates back all the way to the 1940s, you should not expect that those early Sea Hawk...

This is going to be frightening [nt]

By: Baron - Mr Red : December 7th, 2018-04:52

I concur.

By: zabreg1 Mr White : December 7th, 2018-05:25

And he's just getting started...

It's a predator bird...no escaping. [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-07:26

What a read. Thanks, CC.

By: zabreg1 Mr White : December 7th, 2018-05:26

My favorite is the 'real, post dark ages 80s' diver. Sorry, I lost track what pic in the order it was...

Yup, Sea Hawk 7100...first Sea Hawk Diver

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-07:27

it does look a bit like a Rolex...are you on to something?

OH, I hope not.

By: zabreg1 Mr White : December 7th, 2018-07:51

I’m praying.

Thanks for sharing CC

By: mahesh : December 7th, 2018-05:38

the 1940 (oh boy) & the 1960 with that stylish numerals - love to own ! Class a part !! Best, Mahesh.,

Thanks for the kind words, Mahesh.

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-13:05

The Sea Hawk with the numerals is really special, those numerals were available on a few models.

What a line up! You must be very proud to have achieved that collection. The first one is such a sweet candy, but the dress style one is also one of my favorite Impressive! [nt]

By: amanico : December 7th, 2018-05:38

I do think the 60s Sea Hawk with small seconds is a great entry watch into Vintage GP

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-13:06

affordable, easy to find, often in great condition and good wrist presence.

CC strikes again :)

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : December 7th, 2018-06:20

Amazing post and collection. First Sea Hawk is just my taste and you have one in superb condition. Superb post but one thing is missing in Deep Diver photo . Cheers D

True, I cannot claim completeness for the Deep Diver shot, but this is getting fixed by a good friend ;) [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 7th, 2018-07:28

Thats a GP addiction 🤔

By: Watchonthewrist : December 7th, 2018-07:43

Great collection my friend 👌🏻😉. Great post too , thanks

Thanks a lot. I think "addiction" is not even close. :) [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 8th, 2018-06:10

Incredible collection ! [nt]

By: Cpt Scarlet : December 7th, 2018-09:34

Thanks Captain. [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 8th, 2018-06:10

Keep enjoying them 👍 [nt]

By: Cpt Scarlet : December 8th, 2018-09:41

I will. [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 8th, 2018-11:47

Love the GP's... such an under-appreciated brand. Thanks for the eye candies. [nt]

By: pyi : December 7th, 2018-14:32

Absolutely, but then not everyone wants to be Mr. Popular. :) Thanks for your kind words. [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 8th, 2018-06:11

I like that ‘Rolex’ GP!

By: Arie - Mr Orange : December 8th, 2018-01:39

What a collection btw. Starting a museum?

Museum? Already exists in Stockholm. [nt]

By: crown comfort : December 8th, 2018-11:48

Wow, I just went through a terrific history lesson on seahawk model.

By: iceheller 1945 ✌️ : January 29th, 2019-05:09

Tks!

Many thanks! glad you enjoyed reading it. [nt]

By: crown comfort : January 29th, 2019-23:41

red 24 our-numbers on sea hawk first generation

By: opusagredi : February 25th, 2019-14:47

Hi CC, I am a relatively new user. Relatively because I have been watching the watchprosite with all the awesome wristwatches for quite some time but now it is the first time I write down here. I am very impressed of your sea hawk report. So much competen...

Thank you for your kind words and a warm welcome here

By: crown comfort : February 25th, 2019-22:08

With regards to the early Sea Hawk. I'm fairly certain that the print on mine is original and those numbers were red. I have seen an exact same like this a few times with the same configuration which is also a good indication. That does not mean that grey...

sea hawk 24-our dial with grey numbers?

By: opusagredi : February 26th, 2019-05:13

Thx a lot for your feedback and the opportunity to share the early Sea Hawk for the USA market. I prepare a picture with all components because in the moment I do a service and so it's ideal to have a deep dive into. Everything in my understanding is orig...

I think you have the right conclusion, I believe the red has faded to grey. Thanks for sharing. [nt]

By: crown comfort : February 26th, 2019-06:11

Hmm...could it be a good idea to repaint (ONLY the little numbers) in red? Of course by a professional. May I ask you again for your point of view. Thx in advance. [nt]

By: opusagredi : February 26th, 2019-13:33

I would refrain from the attempt of repainting the dial. It has aged in this way and it is much better to leave it like this

By: crown comfort : February 26th, 2019-13:39

from my experience (and I have been there) repaint will always leave you dissatisfied even when done by a professional. Best, CC

That's exactly what I'm worried about, too. Thank you very much for your clear point of view. See you. Best, Frank [nt]

By: opusagredi : February 26th, 2019-14:08

Sea Hawk 7300

By: playspace : June 17th, 2020-10:00

Hi, I am brand new to this website. My introduction to the site was your wonderful five part essay on GP's from the 1990's, particularly the essay featuring the Sea Hawk and GMT Traveler. To be honest, I have been challenged figuring out how to navigate t...

Excellent Article

By: Leeepstein249 : March 12th, 2023-18:18

Have you seen a 1940's Sea Hawk with a small minutes hand, but no 24 hour track?