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Thanks for sharing ❤️

 

Indeed the market was not yet ready for a high-end quartz. But we can see how well FPJ elegante is doing now and this is a brand with no history in quartz. Albeit that FPJ has tremendous respect for quartz and a stellar brand name today.

The 80188 was introduced as a novelty to test the market out. Either way, they wanted to make a special piece to mark the 40th anniversary 1970-2010 of GP in quartz. A few months after SIHH, Luigi macaluso passed away suddenly. In 2011 Kering bought over GP.

New management and new ideas.

Thus the 80188 was forgotten because of a variety of reasons.

Both Macaluso brothers pushed for the 80188 to be made and contributed to the design. Stefano and Massimo.

It’s interesting to note that the quartz movement was made specifically for the 80188 and never used again. The evo3 42.6 mm was also customised specifically for this reference. Custom dial. Case thickness. And the center links satin finished as opposed to polished … this was not done for any other evo3.

This is also the ONLY laureato where the word “Laureato” does not appear anywhere. Neither dial nor caseback.

This model existence is almost unknown.

Those that don’t care about rarity or significance in the equation of collectibility can just ignore this entire comment from me.

For me, this watch is special is many ways. The last laureato made by Luigi Macaluso and a special one in they ways I mentioned above.

And as a last note, I love the looks as well. ❤️

🤝

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GP quartz ref 80188

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 24th, 2024-20:17
Was wearing my quartz today … say what … Quartz? Yes, quartz done right by the masters of Swiss quartz when quartz was a battle of technology and pride. GP was the first to harness the 32,768 Hz beat-rate in 1971 and to do it alone, opting to not be part ...  

Thank you bro. 🤝

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 26th, 2024-05:09
Perhaps one of most “forgotten” and rare quartz models ever made too. Amazing to me how little is know about this reference. 🤝

This is a beautiful example of a watch that has been forgotten.

 
By: John-E-Mac : August 24th, 2024-20:33
If you follow the crowd you’ll be mostly disappointed. Follow your heart and dampen the surrounding noise is my personal belief. GP has some wonderful creations. Enjoy your beauty! -John

Thanks John. Agree 💯

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 26th, 2024-05:01
There is enough research published about some of these rare references if one take the time to search. I realise (to my surprise) that many “collectors” don’t care about provenance, rarity and heritage. At less at with watches that are not as hyped as an ... 

Hmm 🤔 I meant to take the pic

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 24th, 2024-20:48
with the watch on its side and present it as such. I see that you have changed the orientation. Is this a rule that all watches must be rotated and presented as such? 🤝

No rule but for people on desktops to have to rotate your head sideways is not as pleasant as turning a phone

 
By: cazalea : August 24th, 2024-21:41
If the shot is farther away it's easier to process its orientation (mentally) than it is with a tight crop. My 2 cents Cazalea

What a great watch

 
By: Arronax : August 24th, 2024-22:10
Fantastic attention to details. I couldn't agree more with quartz done right being quite excellent and I love my aerospace. I have been going through a quartz phase myself and may add a citizen 0100 when funds allow!

I did not know production had been so limited.

 
By: VinnieD : August 25th, 2024-05:45
I can only imagine how unprofitable such a model must have been. The watch is on the larger side for me but is wonderful, enjoy it in good health Quartz is fine : I recommend to have (at least!) one quartz in your collection, to grab when you need to go a... 

I believe they saw quite quickly that it didn’t sell, so cut their losses 🤷🏻‍♂️

 
By: KMII : August 25th, 2024-08:41
All the more gain for collectors bagging one later. And let’s not forget that many GP models at the time, even the ones not limited struggled to top 200 pieces. Different times. And at the same times that could still be done profitably, given how little n... 

Thanks for sharing ❤️

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 25th, 2024-10:33
Indeed the market was not yet ready for a high-end quartz. But we can see how well FPJ elegante is doing now and this is a brand with no history in quartz. Albeit that FPJ has tremendous respect for quartz and a stellar brand name today. The 80188 was int... 

I remember your old post about it

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 26th, 2024-04:56
So little was and is known about this reference. I’m researching more … 🤝

Agree on your points 💯

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 25th, 2024-10:59
This is the only quartz in my collection. It’s also the only laureato evo3 in my collection I feel like I nailed it with this one. 😊

Thanks Gary ❤️

 
By: this_hobby_of_hours : August 26th, 2024-05:14
I consider the neo-vintage period to be from 1990-2010 … largely because this is approximately the ownership period of the Macaluso family. The golden age for GP (and many other watch brands) IMHO. Great sizes. Well made. They carry a purity and respect t...