PeterCDE
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The very first impressions and some details
Mar 14, 2007,22:01 PM
Some early input on GP´s new addition can be found on Worldtempus.com:
http://www.worldtempus.com/wt/1/11615/5174
Although it´s in french language (where Altavista Babelfish may help), i think it´s quite promising for some nice views next month during SIHH
Maybe not that apparent is the fact the new 25820 will be available in steel too:
Please note: A preliminary rendering - the date window of actual pieces will NOT be sunken!
Cheers,
Peter
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(GP NEW MODELS) Reference 25820 is for fans of the Vintage45 line
By: PeterCDE : March 14th, 2007-21:57
interesting details: - case proportions, 32 x 34.20mm - date window (not sunken!!!) - seconds hand position at 10 In a nutshell, the new ref. 25820 "Vintage45 Square" accompanies the 2006 "Triple Calendar". The second extension of the cherished Vintage45 ...
Lovely !
By: MCG (Markus) : March 16th, 2007-14:34
Thanks for the Vintage preview Peter.
By: 1watch : March 16th, 2007-21:05
It's nice that they fixed the sunken date feature. Not so sure I like the layout of the dial with the sub-seconds at 10 o'clock and date at 5. It's certainly a contemporary layout. Do these models replace any of the current Vintage line, or are they addit...
The date is really special!
By: PeterCDE : March 17th, 2007-10:12
First of all, the small seconds hand is driven directly out of the movement - one major benefit of the GP4500 caliber, which overcomes the deeply sunken date wheel and is a nice view in the same degree: As far as i understand, the "Square" is an addition ...
A great photo Peter, thanks for the additional tech. info.
By: 1watch : March 17th, 2007-11:52
I appreciate the technical highlights on this new piece. Maybe once I see actual watches, the unique placements of the date and sub-seconds will look better. I've found actual photos and seeing in person is a big difference for many GP watches. I'm sure t...
square watch case
By: vlkcheng : March 17th, 2007-16:49
I hope the square case is only an additional to the current line-up. Personally I found the "King Size" case more traditional and elegant. It is also quite modern due to its size. The additional power reserve is most welcome.
My pleasure! One more...
By: PeterCDE : March 18th, 2007-15:35
More to come during SIHH; there´s a couple of interesting details! Cheers, Peter...
Sure
By: PeterCDE : March 28th, 2007-11:11
Hi Jacky, all models will come with transparent backs! I´m sure you will like it Cheers, Peter
One question Peter.....
By: Jacky : March 28th, 2007-11:17
Whats the difference or good points of the Cal 4500 apart from the clearer date as compare to prev Cal 3000 ranges? Thanks... Regards
Oh, there´s a lot!
By: PeterCDE : March 28th, 2007-11:53
Hi Jacky, there´s a couple of differences; first of all, it´s quite a bit larger! Thus it seems to fit a larger case (which the "Square" is, at least in terms of available space) better than the ultra-thin GP3000 calibers. Other differences are the windin...
Thanks for the quick input =)
By: Jacky : March 28th, 2007-12:35
Very clear explanation Does the bigger barrel means longer power reserve? Probably right? Regards
That´s correct!
By: PeterCDE : March 28th, 2007-13:08
Hi Jacky, indeed the power reserve is a bit longer! For example, the Vintage "Kingsize" ref. 25830 with GP3300 caliber offers a power reserve of 46 hours, while the new "Square" with GP4500 caliber comes with a power reserve of 56 hours. This is mainly ac...
movements parts
By: vlkcheng : March 29th, 2007-03:13
I've noticed GP uses a lot less parts for their movements compare to other movements. Am I right to say GP movements are less complicated without meaning less reliable or too simple of a movement??
A lot less?
By: PeterCDE : March 29th, 2007-05:28
Howdy, well, which movements do use significantly more parts? Unless you compare it with a Grand Complication Seriously, the new Omega 8500 ("Hour Vision") constitutes of 202 parts, the JLC 875 ("Autotractor") is made of 218 parts. I´m not sure how many o...
I've always admired GP3XXX movement...
By: Jacky : March 29th, 2007-09:21
And now its a brand new engine....just like a new model of a car with brand new engine...should be interesting Regards