[J.Bond]

I am considering the acquisition of a vintage Girard-Perregaux, but I know little to nothing about the vintage models. Is anyone in a position to advise me about tell-tale signs of a fake, or what to look for in an original, please? This is the model that has caught my attention.

 

[ulackfocus]

Hi James. GP wasn't the same quality then as it is now. It was a middle of the road brand at best. That particular watch is probably a redial, and I'd say you'd do better with a Hamilton, both in quality and price.

 

[J.Bond]

That is good to know. But I want a vintage GP because I cannot buy a new one at the moment. Some of the vintage pieces are more attainable of all the brands I like.

GP was always a manufactuer, yes?

 

[ulackfocus]

GP was always a manufactuer, yes?

No, not always. I'd have to check, but I think they did use some AS and Felsa movements.

 

[NAWCC]

Girard Perregaux made some great timepieces.
I have one with exploding dial (exaggerated numbers) fro 1920

Not so hard to find.
Try E bay

 

[J.Bond]

Girard Perregaux made some great timepieces.
I have one with exploding dial (exaggerated numbers) fro 1920

Not so hard to find.
Try E bay

That is where those pictures are from. I just want to be certain I am buying a fake. The seller appears genuine, but that means next to nothing on eBay, I know.

 

[ulackfocus]

James, hold off purchasing for a little bit. I think I know a seller that has a Gyromatic in half decent shape. We'll go to e-mail from here.

 

[NAWCC]

That is where those pictures are from. I just want to be certain I am buying a fake. The seller appears genuine, but that means next to nothing on eBay, I know.

Doubt that is a fake. Those were not so counterfeited
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