Girard Perregaux "For Ferrari"
Discussion
Is it just me or are 'special editions' not really your thing either?
I'm very tempted by this Girard Perregaux Ref. 8020...
I've seen this model before and they all seem to have the Ferrari logo appearing on the face in varying degrees of subtlety! This one is the most subtle and therefore the most acceptable to me.
But, but... I don't own a Ferrari and I suppose smirk at people walking around with branded merchandise especally so when it has no relationship to their life style.
It sounds as though I'm answering my own question... but does anyone have any opinions of Special Editions of watches? I've always avoided them like the plague in terms of cars as they tend to have a depressing effect on values. I wonder whether it's the same with watches... or perhaps the opposite.
This series was alledgedly produced to commemorate Michael Schumacher's first victory for Ferrari in the 1996 Spanish Grand Prix, a race considered to be one of his finest and earning him the nickname "Rainmaster". But then knowing Ferrari will put their prancing horse on almost anything to promote the brand, I have no reason to attach much importance to the provenance of such a story.
Does anyone have an opinion that differs from mine which I must admit is based nearly entirely on Special Edition cars rather than watches? For that matter any idea of what would be sensible money for such a Girard Perregaux?
Nick.
I'm very tempted by this Girard Perregaux Ref. 8020...
I've seen this model before and they all seem to have the Ferrari logo appearing on the face in varying degrees of subtlety! This one is the most subtle and therefore the most acceptable to me.
But, but... I don't own a Ferrari and I suppose smirk at people walking around with branded merchandise especally so when it has no relationship to their life style.
It sounds as though I'm answering my own question... but does anyone have any opinions of Special Editions of watches? I've always avoided them like the plague in terms of cars as they tend to have a depressing effect on values. I wonder whether it's the same with watches... or perhaps the opposite.
This series was alledgedly produced to commemorate Michael Schumacher's first victory for Ferrari in the 1996 Spanish Grand Prix, a race considered to be one of his finest and earning him the nickname "Rainmaster". But then knowing Ferrari will put their prancing horse on almost anything to promote the brand, I have no reason to attach much importance to the provenance of such a story.
Does anyone have an opinion that differs from mine which I must admit is based nearly entirely on Special Edition cars rather than watches? For that matter any idea of what would be sensible money for such a Girard Perregaux?
Nick.
I had a G-P pour Ferrari, this one:
I personally think this is the nicest of all the G-P Ferrari special editions, particularly becuase it doesn't have the Ferrari name or logo on the dial at all. Only on the case back.
It was a very, very nicely made watch and I would cheerfully have another.
Re. price I would not pay more than £2k for a steel one.
Specific to the one you picture, I think that one has a modular chronograph movement with an ETA base movement and a DD chrono module piggy-backed on top. Mine was a similar modular chronograph but with a G-P in-house base movement - you can tell by looking at the chrono pushers: the ETA based omvements have the "fat" pushers; G-P movements have "mushrooms".
I personally think this is the nicest of all the G-P Ferrari special editions, particularly becuase it doesn't have the Ferrari name or logo on the dial at all. Only on the case back.
It was a very, very nicely made watch and I would cheerfully have another.
Re. price I would not pay more than £2k for a steel one.
Specific to the one you picture, I think that one has a modular chronograph movement with an ETA base movement and a DD chrono module piggy-backed on top. Mine was a similar modular chronograph but with a G-P in-house base movement - you can tell by looking at the chrono pushers: the ETA based omvements have the "fat" pushers; G-P movements have "mushrooms".
Thanks for the heads up on the different movements and I'm assuming you've suggested the type of movement in "mine" from the pushers, which are clearly different to yours.
I had about £1,500 - £1,800 in mind so thanks again for the confirmation that I was in the right area on that. If up to £2k buys it then I just have to be satisfied I can live with the Ferrari logo on the face, because I really do like these G-Ps.
I had about £1,500 - £1,800 in mind so thanks again for the confirmation that I was in the right area on that. If up to £2k buys it then I just have to be satisfied I can live with the Ferrari logo on the face, because I really do like these G-Ps.
I've a G-P limited (250) edition titanium case and bracelet chronograph with carbon fibre face and scuderia shield logo. Probably worth £2.5k. Certainly a decent if unspectacular watch.
Same as this, but with tit bracelet.
http://en.argusdesmontres.com/sothebys/girard-perr...
Same as this, but with tit bracelet.
http://en.argusdesmontres.com/sothebys/girard-perr...
I really like these, I've had a few over the years. I think the blue/black dials with Arabic figures is one the best looking. I'd always enjoyed the watch for its' own merits, and never gave a second thought to any brand association.
It's a million miles away from this sort of brand lash-up!
As Tertius points out there are differences between the earlier models and the later inhouse variants. The earlier are a perfectly well made piece, and I think better looking.
These watches were launched following the Basle Fair in 1996, so the story suggesting they were made to commemorate Michaels' superb drive at Barcelona are to be taken with a pinch of salt. As the design and production of a completely new model would have taken GP at least 12-18 months to complete. However, once Ferrari started winning, the limited editions came thick and fast!
It's a million miles away from this sort of brand lash-up!
As Tertius points out there are differences between the earlier models and the later inhouse variants. The earlier are a perfectly well made piece, and I think better looking.
These watches were launched following the Basle Fair in 1996, so the story suggesting they were made to commemorate Michaels' superb drive at Barcelona are to be taken with a pinch of salt. As the design and production of a completely new model would have taken GP at least 12-18 months to complete. However, once Ferrari started winning, the limited editions came thick and fast!
Thanks to all for the input.
I don't recall seeing this under any other reference with an non-branded face. Every one has had the Ferrari branding one way or another.
Good point Dominic about the lead time required to design, build and bring to market a new model!
I'll know in the next couple of days whether I've bought this to add to the very small collection. First time to the watches forum but hopefully not the last
Nick.
I don't recall seeing this under any other reference with an non-branded face. Every one has had the Ferrari branding one way or another.
Good point Dominic about the lead time required to design, build and bring to market a new model!
I'll know in the next couple of days whether I've bought this to add to the very small collection. First time to the watches forum but hopefully not the last
Nick.
I'm sure I recall Nick Foulkes writing in Octane magazine that the GP/Ferrari collaboration didn't produce just decent watches but some of the nicest watches of the era. I do think he was on the payrolls at GP at some point though. Either way I love the watches. Love the prancing horse (still saving) and love GPs.
tertius said:
I had a G-P pour Ferrari, this one:
I personally think this is the nicest of all the G-P Ferrari special editions, particularly becuase it doesn't have the Ferrari name or logo on the dial at all. Only on the case back.
It was a very, very nicely made watch and I would cheerfully have another.
I personally think this is the nicest of all the G-P Ferrari special editions, particularly becuase it doesn't have the Ferrari name or logo on the dial at all. Only on the case back.
It was a very, very nicely made watch and I would cheerfully have another.
nikman said:
Thanks for the heads up on the different movements and I'm assuming you've suggested the type of movement in "mine" from the pushers, which are clearly different to yours.
I like that one, I always thought non of the ferrari models had in house movements turns out I was wrong. My GP is the inhouse/dubois Depraz its characteristic is the winder is much lower than the chrono pushers cos the chrono is a module on top of the main movement.
I'd like a Sea Hawk and or the Big Date/moon Phase Laureato
Edited by sparkyhx on Friday 4th July 12:04
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