Adrian, actually this model you reviewed is officially, the 41mm version. It was a one year model GP released in 2016 to celebrate the 225th anniversary of GP, limited to 225 pcs. It was available with blue and white dials. GP also used a different movement (GP3300 vs current GP 1800). Then in 2017, GP released the regular production models: 38mm & 42mm versions. Another main difference beside the movement is the GP logo on the dial. The anniversary models have a smaller logo while the current models have a bigger logo. Then the datewheel is color matched to the dial colors on the regular models.
Good catch - noting the 225th anniversary model at 41mm versus the subsequent models at 42mm. I bought the white dial 41mm when they were initially offered; I preferred the GP Laureato 41mm to the three-hand APRO and PPNaut. The hands of the 41mm are longer than the 42mm, plus the hour markers on the 41mm are narrower giving the dial a less crowded appearance. I considered buying another GP Laureato, this time a 42mm with a blue or gray dial but I am so satisfied with the appearance of the 41mm's dial that the 42mm's dial appearance would be unsatisfying.
Do you have an email you’d be able to suss my GP? It’s a vintage operation and I can’t find out what it is, the numbers on the back (578 MG 18K) bring up nothing :(
Happy you got around to this Brand. The Laureato 42mm’s are beautiful. I tried one on during an airport layover and was shocked by the comfort and feel, as well as good looks. Ordered a blue one and will hopefully pick it up next week once it is in. It looks like an AP RO as much as a Ferrari can look like a Lamborghini to an amateur.
Beautiful watch, mentioned in dispatches should also be the Maurice Lacroix Aikon and the Baume and Mercier Riviera which dates back to ‘73 both costing a fraction of one from the “big three”. People should buy what that want and wear what they like, nobody out there really notices or cares anyway.
This is a classic case of "you have to see it in person" to judge it. I've had one on my wrist and can say that this watch is stunning in its balance and execution. Yes- the black dial really is spectacular.
I have a 42mm blue dialled Laureato Chrono, I absolutely love it and I find it an overall better package than my 5711. Movement finishing on the PP is most likely better but as the GP Chrono has a closed case back so can’t confirm. These watches are an outstanding value!!
Laureato is a great watch. The GP and Bamford collaboration, the Laureato Ghost, is a truly exceptional piece. Could say the same about the black ceramic 42mm Laureato as well.
I really don’t think you need to compare this to any other watch, as I think the design is strong enough to stand alone. In recent months I have come to admire this brand a lot and it has a very rich history too. Okay it might not be one of the holy trinity, (but as someone said recently), they took the group photo so they just missed out. Wearing a GP should get a very respectful nod from any collector, unless of course they are watch snobs… the lowest of the low.
lots of reasons which Adrian touched on but I'd add one more.. it just isn't as well designed as the Royal Oak or Nautilus. If you put all three in front of 1000 people who had no clue about watches, the GP would rank last on aesthetics I'm a fan of the GP and am really tempted by the black ceramic Laureato.. but truth be told.. if the black ceramic Royal Oak was the same price.. the GP wouldn't get a look in
I recently bought possibly one of the last 38mm chronos in the UK as the smaller size is being discontinued. I am so happy with my choice and I'd pick it over a Daytona in a heartbeat over and over again (as a direct price comparison). Having also tried on APs I'm happy to save the cost of and headache of getting one of those in favour of this. You captured my favourite feature well, the horizontal brushing of the case almost looks like wood grain and plays with the light in such a unique way. Great video as always, thanks Adrian!
I think you hit it on the head with the limited edition version being the best of the bunch. For me the dial pattern and the lumed markers are the things giving off that royal oak vibe and changing that really made it different. I would like the GP to double down on that direction and maybe try the flat gloss or even fume dials to really become it's own thing. I would love to see the lume dots on the outer edge of those metal markers to keep them slim and dressy like they are in the limited edition. I mean for me that would make the watch very much its own thing.
Love, love, love the GP Laureato 38mm Copper dial edition. That Laureato with the Infinity Edition Gloss Black dial also sounds interesting. Two things come to mind when comparing the Laureato and the Royal Oak. The Laureato has a narrower bezel than the Royal Oak, and the lack of the screws on the Laureato bezel creates is less distracting from the beautiful dial face. And a positive thought is that for the price of a Royal Oak, you could buy at least two or three Laureatos!
I owned the 42mm blue and miss it dearly. Thinking of getting it back, perhaps in black. A true high end luxury sports watch that holds its own. The bracelet is incredible, like silk on the wrist.
Sorry Adrian, but you are wrong! This watch in this video is the 2016 Laureato 225th aniversary edition in 41mm. It was launched in 2016 as a tryout for a new Laureato design. It was such a huge success, that they fine tuned the design and released it as a regular watch in their lineup as the Laureato EVO3 in 38mm and 42mm a year later. You can easily distiguish the anniversary and EVO3 by the size of the indices. Btw, the aniversay edition has the old GP3300 with 46 hours of power reserve, as does the 38mm version. Only the 42mm Version has the GP1800 movement.
The Girard-Perregaux Laureato features a dial with a Clous de Paris pattern, which is a traditional decorative technique in watchmaking. This pattern is achieved through a process called guilloché, which involves engine-turning or hand-turning on a rose engine lathe. So, to answer your question, the dial on the Girard-Perregaux Laureato is indeed engine-turned, not stamped. This labor-intensive process requires great skill and attention to detail, and it's a hallmark of high-end watchmaking. The resulting pattern adds a beautiful texture and visual interest to the dial.
It's a lovely watch I have on my radar since quite a while! In the end I never pulled the trigger because at this time I already had experienced an AP Royal Oak Offshore Diver first hand which I also bought back then. GP are really quite underrated, still. They have some really great watches in their portfolio! Next watch I would like to see here to complete the list: The Piaget Polo S!
GP makes a great job. Could try out the Laureato once and liked it. Far away from a Rip Off and you get a lot of watch for your bug. As usual great review Adrian and share your thoughts on it and the brand. Cheers mate, have a good start into the new week.
I bought a used AP and returned it after the dealer could not fix its issues, I traded for a Green dial Girard Perregaux Laureato and love it every since.
I’ve always liked GP’s they’re under rated in my view. My wife has a gold GP cocktail watch from the 30’s. Probably only worth a couple of hundred quid in gold value, such a shame as it’s a really beautiful piece. Having said that there is far too much focus on value retention, if your not selling what’s it matter? Lovely photography Adrian, that dial really pops. 👍
I have just realized i am not so much into watches but rather watch this channel because of Adrian . I like his english,the way he talk ,his pronunciation ,pacing ,dynamic humour and presentation.Those videos feel almoust improvised.When i watch them I don’t feel this amount of hours of work and preparation put into them.For me he is second only to mighty TGV.
Adrian, I watched this video yesterday and today I bought a near-new Laureato for 40% below retail. Such good value, it almost feels naughty getting it that cheap. Great video, great watch. Thanks from NZ.
I'd love to see a content creator such as yourself do a proper wearing and review of the JLC Polaris Automatic. Beautiful diver by the watchmaker's watchmaker but very few if any decent reviews of this timepiece on UA-cam.
I really like the watch and the brand- I’ve never been a fan of the APRO so can honestly say I prefer the laureato aesthetically plus prefer the brand. This came very close to being my last watch but I went Reverso instead.
I took video of one like two years ago I been sitting on and need to edit for my own channel but it’s on my other computer so I been lazy 😂 When I had it in hand I was super impressed with the finishing and level of detail compared to everything else I tried on that same day.
Since you’re comparing watches to the famous models of the holy trinity, can you do a review on the Piaget polo s with the blue rubber band. This is a limited edition and only 888 made. I think this is a killer design
People with a penchant for relaxed luxury and understatement will be enthusiastic about the Laureato. For everyone else, the Laureato is simply a beautiful watch and its wearer is a counterpart with extremely good taste. No envy, just recognition. Life can be so easy.
I’ve liked GP and this model in particular for a long time. I plan to get one in the future. Thoughtful review and you make some great points. If people can get past the brand recognition they will realize there is a ton of value out there. GP is not an insignificant brand either, they’ve done a lot over the years for watch design and revolution in the industry and hold multiple patents and awards.
I own the 38mm silver dial Laureato and love the watch. I bought it (pre-owned) at the start of Covid and it's nice to see the watch getting a bit more attention. I have a smaller wrist and the 38mm wears beautifully.
Nice piece compared to the others in this way overhyped category. Adrian - some suggestions to borrow next from Chronext: 1. JLC Polaris memovox 2. AP Code 1159 (way cooler than their RO in my opinion and people scoff or ignore it) 3. Bvlgari Octofinissimo Skeleton
Just as a side note the camera work especially on the macro shots is amazing!..... Was watching with the wife, as you do when trying to soften her up for the next purchase, wink wink, but she bailed at the end so no harm done!........ Said you talk to fast😳I talk fast so it's all good, plus I listen to you all the time so I kinda know what you gonna say at the end. So yeah..... That checkout code will come in handy if I'm gonna sneak the next watch in under the radar. ☝️😏 Watch is awesome by the way!
I got my in sunny Singapore and the blue dial 42mm for 6.5k gbp. But I waited 4 months for it. It is a steal really compare to my sub, it is really really special.
It is my understanding that Tim Mosso said the movement finish on Girard Perregaux's cal. 1800 in the Laureato is slighty better (e.g. the mirror anglage etc.) when compared to the caliber used in the standard Royal Oak.
I loooved the chrono version (black and blue dial) but now I love the normal version as well ;) thanks Adrian and sorry my mistake I was deeply wrong about the fact that gerald Genta did the Laureato as well (but he could!)
Hi Adrian, I love your videos. Sorry to have to mention this but the audio seems to be worse since you changed to having the mic in the frame. It is slightly out of sync to my ears and doesn’t sound quite right.. it’s like listening to a podcast with video. I compared it to your recent video “How to spot a fake Rolex” and the audio is more natural with the video..
I love the Laureato, an absolutely astonishing watch. I can agree 100% on what you say on how it wears on the wrist. What comes next? Why not something totally different, old school style? A JLC Reverso?
I just purchased a 1973Omega De ville. It is a 1012 movement. It is 23 jewels automatic 2880 beat movement. It is stainless Steel. I has a beautiful blue face. It is extremely accurate. It is in mint condition. I paid with freight $ 500.
Actually re-introduced in 2016... I know because I wear one of the 225 white dial "225th Anniversary" 41mm Laureato's. (there's also 225 blue dial versions that are stunning) It's the mostly lovely to wear thin watches that I own, more comfortable than my thin Nomos...
Would be interested to hear your thoughts on the Bulgari Octo Finissimo line, in general and the Chrono GMT, in particular. It is a controversial piece, but also unlike any other watches on the market. While not cheap, it represents true value at the moment.
In the spirit of "other" brands that are more attainable, I would love to see you do some videos on more vintage re-issues from the high quality/lesser known brands out there. Like the Rado (MKii), Certina, Squale, etc. and possibly do a video on true vintage watches of high quality but lesser known brands.
The limited edition Onyx black dial is like looking into a shiny black abyss. The hands, battons and rotor are gold. With just 188 pieces that’s the one to go for.
For me it was between this and a Bathyscape. I went with the Bathyscape because the finishing on the movement doesn't compare. Great review, big fan of GP.
When I was trying on watches for my first nice purchase I liked the Laureato best. The crystal case back and the amazing movement really add to that. In the end went for a Datejust as a daily but the GP is still high on my list.
If it is a RO rip off, what is a Nautilus? are you concentrating on the fact the GP & RO have an octagonal flavour to the bezel? ALL products have a first version and then others get influenced by said 1st version. The blue dial version is amazing, hard to believe the black is better.
It looks more like a VC+PP fusion than an AP. The shape of the bezel is more 222 than Royal Oak and the bracelet is very Nautilus. Love the look of the GP as well as the price point. Amazing video as usual!
This watch is my favorite. I own the green Iternity edition. I have a Pepsi Rolex and I can tell you once you own a GP Laureato it will change the way you feel about GP timepieces. What I love is that it's a hidden gem.
The Laureato is one of the best in the sports-luxury segment. In-house beautifully finished movement, great design, it has it all. Just one minor note: the first sports-luxury stainless steel integrated bracelet was an Omega Constellation in 1969, followed by Seamasters in 1972 (these very similar in design to what Rolex did afterwards with the Oysterquartz). Cheers
Great video, as always. FYI just received my (first) Bark and Jack NATO and the quality is amazing. Will be buying some more soon… Coming back to the GP, I prefer not to follow the heard, so brands on the side interest me much more - provided the product is good enough.
I own the 47040 2nd gen overseas and I’ve worn one of these GPS. Minimal difference in feel and look. Under the hood a different story I suspect. These are magnificent watches and I hope in time the brand picks up
You make an excellent point Adrian. They got there prior to PP & VC yet all love for them but none for GP?? I´m a trained watchmaker (WOSTEP 2001 -2004) and I used to love chatting with other aficionados. Now days it´s just zero knowledge and all "opinion" everywhere I look and most of them loudmouths couldn´t tell the difference between a Swiss spring bar and a Chinese spring roll. PS. Grand Seiko is where it´s happening right now. The amount of work and finishing, the overall pursuit of perfection that´s going on there compared to it´s price point is just bonkers..😵
I agree on all points re: the Laureato. One watch that bridges between the trinity sports watches in terms of finishing and quality and the Laureato is the Parmigiani Tonda GT. If you get the chance, check one out.
Great video! Would love to see a review of the 116710 LN. You’ve said in a few videos it’s your favourite of the GMT’s and there are very few high quality reviews of them on YT. 👌
It makes me glad that you give one of my favorite watchmaker some well earned attention, GP. Also thank you for the review of beautiful V.C Over Seas Everest. However there is a small thing I would like to see. Could you please make a video and tell the full story of the GP Sea Hawk, Generation I, II and what I would like to call generation III, please. It stated as a rather moderat watch and later became a beautiful beast among divers watches. Thank you.
I recently swapped a brand new Rolex two tone Skydweller for a Girard Perregaux perpetual calendar moon phase equation of time in solid rose gold…..so I flipped a £14,185 piece of hype for an £85,000 one of only twenty piece of haute horology…..I ROCK! Or maybe I’m mad…..
Interesting view and imo it looks like a compelling offering against those peers. Future review suggestion Zenith A385. Really interested in this watch, can't get to see one in person yet, due to COVID world, so would love to hear your perspective on this. Don't think I have missed you covering this watch previously. Cheers.
I absolutely admire my blue dial laureato, it really is something else on the wrist. Super excited for GP to become an independent brand recently through the management buyout so I am sure there is lots ahead for the brand!
The GP watches are very high quality and a great secondhand buy and in my opinion are some of the nicest watches with great movements. Every bit as good as Rolex or Zenith. I wonder how much they cost to service?
Adrian thanks for the review as I’m looking to pick this one up soon. Can you do a review of the Lange Saxonia Moon Phase or the Saxonia thin blue cooper dial?
A cracking watch Adrian, a great review for watch that can stand on its own three hands. There may be similarities to the Royal Oak but is is different enough in my humble opinion to be its own watch and with its own in house movement. The bolt on bezel is an interesting one and tolerances and torque settings must be tight for it to align correctly with the case. I'll take a look at one of these sometime in the future.
Throughout your excellent video, all I kept thinking was ‘god that Explorer looks so good!’ And I say that whilst wearing my 124270. Yep, frikin obsessed🙃
Amazing watch that is highly underrated. Definitely on my list. Adrian do you think this Watch is better in terms quality, finishing and movement than the Piaget Polo?
Apart from comparison with the Holy trinity watches, how does the GP compare with watches like: Chopard Alpine Eagle, Czapek Antarctique, H Moser Streamliner, Urban Jurgenson One, Parmiagiani Tonda? ( These brands also are not as widely known as the Holy Trinity watches ). Honestly, this field is large; hype & marketing is what keeps these dinosaurs alive
You can't really compare angular velocity to linear. Mind you, I guess you can use v=rω which would make it the tangential speed - so you'd need the radius of the balance wheel and the amplitude angle then we could calculate it(!)
What should I borrow next from Chronext?
www.chronext.co.uk/rolex?
I'd love to see a Lange :)
How about something left field, JLC Atmos clock! Or a Nomos or even Chronoswiss. Something nobody else would spend any time covering.
The Piaget Polo S would fit perfectly in this series!
How about the Overseas ?
What about the Smith's PRS 25 Everest, almost as difficult to buy as the Explorer. .
GP are seriously underrated. One of my fave brands. Hence I’ve ended up with 5 & counting.
Fancy seeing you here 😂
Just the man I was thinking of when I saw the title. Good taste
I think these are sleepers and will become a future grail for a lot of collectors who are sick of overpriced hype .
knew i’d see tom here 😂
@@brianjkelly1551 ahhhh hope! They will never be timepieces that appreciate in value. Are they lovely watches…yes. Do they compete with the best…never
Adrian, actually this model you reviewed is officially, the 41mm version. It was a one year model GP released in 2016 to celebrate the 225th anniversary of GP, limited to 225 pcs. It was available with blue and white dials. GP also used a different movement (GP3300 vs current GP 1800).
Then in 2017, GP released the regular production models: 38mm & 42mm versions. Another main difference beside the movement is the GP logo on the dial. The anniversary models have a smaller logo while the current models have a bigger logo. Then the datewheel is color matched to the dial colors on the regular models.
Good catch - noting the 225th anniversary model at 41mm versus the subsequent models at 42mm. I bought the white dial 41mm when they were initially offered; I preferred the GP Laureato 41mm to the three-hand APRO and PPNaut. The hands of the 41mm are longer than the 42mm, plus the hour markers on the 41mm are narrower giving the dial a less crowded appearance. I considered buying another GP Laureato, this time a 42mm with a blue or gray dial but I am so satisfied with the appearance of the 41mm's dial that the 42mm's dial appearance would be unsatisfying.
Yes, came here to say the same thing.
Do you have an email you’d be able to suss my GP? It’s a vintage operation and I can’t find out what it is, the numbers on the back (578 MG 18K) bring up nothing :(
Correct. Also the gp logo in the clasp its smaller. 30m water resistant
I own the 42mm Laureato Chrono Panda and it is hands down the most luxury and refined watch in my collection even next to my 126622 YM.
Lucky you...
You know your shit. That’s fire
@@allthetime7583 WE care.
Happy you got around to this Brand. The Laureato 42mm’s are beautiful. I tried one on during an airport layover and was shocked by the comfort and feel, as well as good looks. Ordered a blue one and will hopefully pick it up next week once it is in.
It looks like an AP RO as much as a Ferrari can look like a Lamborghini to an amateur.
It's a beautiful time piece on its own, no need for comparison in my humble opinion.
Beautiful watch, mentioned in dispatches should also be the Maurice Lacroix Aikon and the Baume and Mercier Riviera which dates back to ‘73 both costing a fraction of one from the “big three”.
People should buy what that want and wear what they like, nobody out there really notices or cares anyway.
I agree, and this is exactly my plan.
I have a Baume et Mercier Riviera and it is great.
I've a couple of BM brochures from early 90s...the riviera was a class act also the shogun has to be one of the most individual designs ever.
This is a classic case of "you have to see it in person" to judge it. I've had one on my wrist and can say that this watch is stunning in its balance and execution. Yes- the black dial really is spectacular.
laureato 42mm blue dial owner here. great watch, period
I have a 42mm blue dialled Laureato Chrono, I absolutely love it and I find it an overall better package than my 5711. Movement finishing on the PP is most likely better but as the GP Chrono has a closed case back so can’t confirm. These watches are an outstanding value!!
Laureato is a great watch. The GP and Bamford collaboration, the Laureato Ghost, is a truly exceptional piece. Could say the same about the black ceramic 42mm Laureato as well.
Love these , Federico mentioned them two years ago in a video and I have admired them since . I do like the chronograph model too.
I really don’t think you need to compare this to any other watch, as I think the design is strong enough to stand alone. In recent months I have come to admire this brand a lot and it has a very rich history too. Okay it might not be one of the holy trinity, (but as someone said recently), they took the group photo so they just missed out. Wearing a GP should get a very respectful nod from any collector, unless of course they are watch snobs… the lowest of the low.
Design wise
I actually prefer Laureato over RO
I completely agree. RO is an incredible watch for sure, but I'm just not personally a fan of the design.
I really don’t understand what people have against this watch or this brand in general? They made beautiful timepieces.
They’re just haters lol, the same about whoever hates Omega and Seiko, and Casio
Every single watch brand has haters from the casios to richard milles each to there own
@@visionarystyle_ Well said.
Because you can't make any money out of them!
lots of reasons which Adrian touched on but I'd add one more.. it just isn't as well designed as the Royal Oak or Nautilus. If you put all three in front of 1000 people who had no clue about watches, the GP would rank last on aesthetics
I'm a fan of the GP and am really tempted by the black ceramic Laureato.. but truth be told.. if the black ceramic Royal Oak was the same price.. the GP wouldn't get a look in
The Laureato is a lovely watch in its own right and certainly deserves more recognition. Thanks for featuring it, Adrian.
I purchased a GP Laureato Chrono blue dial. And it's honestly one of the best Chronos. And the Clou de Paris dial. Love it.
I recently bought possibly one of the last 38mm chronos in the UK as the smaller size is being discontinued.
I am so happy with my choice and I'd pick it over a Daytona in a heartbeat over and over again (as a direct price comparison). Having also tried on APs I'm happy to save the cost of and headache of getting one of those in favour of this.
You captured my favourite feature well, the horizontal brushing of the case almost looks like wood grain and plays with the light in such a unique way.
Great video as always, thanks Adrian!
Honestly prefer the Laureato over the AP - think the bracelet on the AP looks horrendous
Congrats on the purchase. I was after the 38mm chrono too, stunning watch. Shame it's being discontinued!
Love GP! Love that it's not hyped brand so us normal folks can still get our grubby middle class hands on them.
I think you hit it on the head with the limited edition version being the best of the bunch. For me the dial pattern and the lumed markers are the things giving off that royal oak vibe and changing that really made it different. I would like the GP to double down on that direction and maybe try the flat gloss or even fume dials to really become it's own thing. I would love to see the lume dots on the outer edge of those metal markers to keep them slim and dressy like they are in the limited edition. I mean for me that would make the watch very much its own thing.
Love, love, love the GP Laureato 38mm Copper dial edition. That Laureato with the Infinity Edition Gloss Black dial also sounds interesting. Two things come to mind when comparing the Laureato and the Royal Oak. The Laureato has a narrower bezel than the Royal Oak, and the lack of the screws on the Laureato bezel creates is less distracting from the beautiful dial face. And a positive thought is that for the price of a Royal Oak, you could buy at least two or three Laureatos!
I owned the 42mm blue and miss it dearly. Thinking of getting it back, perhaps in black. A true high end luxury sports watch that holds its own. The bracelet is incredible, like silk on the wrist.
I have liked this one for quite a while. GP does have it's own pedigree in the watch community.
I have own a RO15500 and a PP 5712 and just bought this one last month , it gives me the level of enjoyment as the other 2 ! I love it
Ugh. I really HATE this “preferred customer” thing. 🙄 unless I’m a preferred customer. Then it’s quite nice.
What a 🔔🔚
Great review. Love seeing these different brands and models that are not so often covered!
Sorry Adrian, but you are wrong! This watch in this video is the 2016 Laureato 225th aniversary edition in 41mm. It was launched in 2016 as a tryout for a new Laureato design. It was such a huge success, that they fine tuned the design and released it as a regular watch in their lineup as the Laureato EVO3 in 38mm and 42mm a year later. You can easily distiguish the anniversary and EVO3 by the size of the indices. Btw, the aniversay edition has the old GP3300 with 46 hours of power reserve, as does the 38mm version. Only the 42mm Version has the GP1800 movement.
Exactly. Well done
The Girard-Perregaux Laureato features a dial with a Clous de Paris pattern, which is a traditional decorative technique in watchmaking. This pattern is achieved through a process called guilloché, which involves engine-turning or hand-turning on a rose engine lathe.
So, to answer your question, the dial on the Girard-Perregaux Laureato is indeed engine-turned, not stamped. This labor-intensive process requires great skill and attention to detail, and it's a hallmark of high-end watchmaking. The resulting pattern adds a beautiful texture and visual interest to the dial.
Was just checking out some GP watches this week and I gotta say it´s a nice alternative, especially the Laureato skeleton ceramic.
It's a lovely watch I have on my radar since quite a while! In the end I never pulled the trigger because at this time I already had experienced an AP Royal Oak Offshore Diver first hand which I also bought back then. GP are really quite underrated, still. They have some really great watches in their portfolio!
Next watch I would like to see here to complete the list: The Piaget Polo S!
GP makes a great job. Could try out the Laureato once and liked it. Far away from a Rip Off and you get a lot of watch for your bug. As usual great review Adrian and share your thoughts on it and the brand. Cheers mate, have a good start into the new week.
I bought a used AP and returned it after the dealer could not fix its issues, I traded for a Green dial
Girard Perregaux Laureato and love it every since.
I’ve always liked GP’s they’re under rated in my view. My wife has a gold GP cocktail watch from the 30’s. Probably only worth a couple of hundred quid in gold value, such a shame as it’s a really beautiful piece. Having said that there is far too much focus on value retention, if your not selling what’s it matter? Lovely photography Adrian, that dial really pops. 👍
I have just realized i am not so much into watches but rather watch this channel because of Adrian . I like his english,the way he talk ,his pronunciation ,pacing ,dynamic humour and presentation.Those videos feel almoust improvised.When i watch them I don’t feel this amount of hours of work and preparation put into them.For me he is second only to mighty TGV.
Criminally underrated. I'll get the Chrono at some point. Great video.
Beautiful watch and very underrated brand, I’ve noticed prices creeping up as folks look for waitlisted alternatives.
Adrian, I watched this video yesterday and today I bought a near-new Laureato for 40% below retail. Such good value, it almost feels naughty getting it that cheap. Great video, great watch. Thanks from NZ.
I'd love to see a content creator such as yourself do a proper wearing and review of the JLC Polaris Automatic. Beautiful diver by the watchmaker's watchmaker but very few if any decent reviews of this timepiece on UA-cam.
If you have a smaller wrist, check out the 8010 ref. An absolute banger if you like vintages to.
Finally some love for the Girard Perregaux Laureato Series! 😀
My dealer here in Vegas (Horoligy) has a Laureato in stock and it is spectacular. Very refined and beautiful. And attainable!! You could buy it today.
I really like the watch and the brand- I’ve never been a fan of the APRO so can honestly say I prefer the laureato aesthetically plus prefer the brand.
This came very close to being my last watch but I went Reverso instead.
I took video of one like two years ago I been sitting on and need to edit for my own channel but it’s on my other computer so I been lazy 😂
When I had it in hand I was super impressed with the finishing and level of detail compared to everything else I tried on that same day.
Since you’re comparing watches to the famous models of the holy trinity, can you do a review on the Piaget polo s with the blue rubber band. This is a limited edition and only 888 made. I think this is a killer design
he should troll us by wearing it with a literal blue rubberband stretched over the springbars like a single pass nato
Love the way how you match the props and background to the watch. Absolutely perfect. Great Video 👍🙏
People with a penchant for relaxed luxury and understatement will be enthusiastic about the Laureato. For everyone else, the Laureato is simply a beautiful watch and its wearer is a counterpart with extremely good taste. No envy, just recognition. Life can be so easy.
I’ve liked GP and this model in particular for a long time. I plan to get one in the future. Thoughtful review and you make some great points. If people can get past the brand recognition they will realize there is a ton of value out there. GP is not an insignificant brand either, they’ve done a lot over the years for watch design and revolution in the industry and hold multiple patents and awards.
I own the 38mm silver dial Laureato and love the watch. I bought it (pre-owned) at the start of Covid and it's nice to see the watch getting a bit more attention. I have a smaller wrist and the 38mm wears beautifully.
What size is your wrist? I have a 6&3/4in. wrist and normally prefer under 40mm watches in general. Thanks
Nice piece compared to the others in this way overhyped category.
Adrian - some suggestions to borrow next from Chronext:
1. JLC Polaris memovox
2. AP Code 1159 (way cooler than their RO in my opinion and people scoff or ignore it)
3. Bvlgari Octofinissimo Skeleton
I have the blue Laureato for the last 5 years. It's fantastic value
Love this Laureato! and GP is a great watch brand. My fav is the 38mm blue dial.
Adrian. I think this is the earliest I’ve ever been to comment on one of your videos! 😂❤️
Just as a side note the camera work especially on the macro shots is amazing!..... Was watching with the wife, as you do when trying to soften her up for the next purchase, wink wink, but she bailed at the end so no harm done!........ Said you talk to fast😳I talk fast so it's all good, plus I listen to you all the time so I kinda know what you gonna say at the end. So yeah..... That checkout code will come in handy if I'm gonna sneak the next watch in under the radar. ☝️😏
Watch is awesome by the way!
I had the Laureato on my 17,5cm wrist and it felt massive! It is slim but felt like I was wearing a 45mm watch
I got my in sunny Singapore and the blue dial 42mm for 6.5k gbp. But I waited 4 months for it. It is a steal really compare to my sub, it is really really special.
It is my understanding that Tim Mosso said the movement finish on Girard Perregaux's cal. 1800 in the Laureato is slighty better (e.g. the mirror anglage etc.) when compared to the caliber used in the standard Royal Oak.
Very fair review. I’ve got a Glasshutte seventies panorama date which is very similar to how you described the laureato. Great leftfield choices
I loooved the chrono version (black and blue dial) but now I love the normal version as well ;) thanks Adrian and sorry my mistake I was deeply wrong about the fact that gerald Genta did the Laureato as well (but he could!)
Hi Adrian, I love your videos. Sorry to have to mention this but the audio seems to be worse since you changed to having the mic in the frame. It is slightly out of sync to my ears and doesn’t sound quite right.. it’s like listening to a podcast with video. I compared it to your recent video “How to spot a fake Rolex” and the audio is more natural with the video..
I love the Laureato, an absolutely astonishing watch. I can agree 100% on what you say on how it wears on the wrist.
What comes next? Why not something totally different, old school style? A JLC Reverso?
I just purchased a 1973Omega De ville. It is a 1012 movement. It is 23 jewels automatic 2880 beat movement. It is stainless
Steel. I has a beautiful blue face. It is extremely accurate. It is in mint condition. I paid with freight $ 500.
Actually re-introduced in 2016... I know because I wear one of the 225 white dial "225th Anniversary" 41mm Laureato's. (there's also 225 blue dial versions that are stunning) It's the mostly lovely to wear thin watches that I own, more comfortable than my thin Nomos...
Would be interested to hear your thoughts on the Bulgari Octo Finissimo line, in general and the Chrono GMT, in particular. It is a controversial piece, but also unlike any other watches on the market. While not cheap, it represents true value at the moment.
In the spirit of "other" brands that are more attainable, I would love to see you do some videos on more vintage re-issues from the high quality/lesser known brands out there. Like the Rado (MKii), Certina, Squale, etc. and possibly do a video on true vintage watches of high quality but lesser known brands.
The limited edition Onyx black dial is like looking into a shiny black abyss.
The hands, battons and rotor are gold. With just 188 pieces that’s the one to go for.
For me it was between this and a Bathyscape. I went with the Bathyscape because the finishing on the movement doesn't compare. Great review, big fan of GP.
Your whole opening point, was so seriously, accurate and well put.
This is what you call an underrated luxury watch. Glad I got the Panda Chrono when it is still attainable.
Nice pls make this a series.. maybe look into overlooked sleeper brands like Paul Picot etc
When I was trying on watches for my first nice purchase I liked the Laureato best. The crystal case back and the amazing movement really add to that. In the end went for a Datejust as a daily but the GP is still high on my list.
If it is a RO rip off, what is a Nautilus? are you concentrating on the fact the GP & RO have an octagonal flavour to the bezel? ALL products have a first version and then others get influenced by said 1st version. The blue dial version is amazing, hard to believe the black is better.
Follow up. Re 3 bridges watch, yes they are & do it with a Tourbillon which is considered a haute horological piece.
It looks more like a VC+PP fusion than an AP. The shape of the bezel is more 222 than Royal Oak and the bracelet is very Nautilus.
Love the look of the GP as well as the price point.
Amazing video as usual!
This watch is my favorite. I own the green Iternity edition. I have a Pepsi Rolex and I can tell you once you own a GP Laureato it will change the way you feel about GP timepieces. What I love is that it's a hidden gem.
Have the Infinity and the Panda Chrono .. the dials .. 👌🏻 and the movement from the infinity just beautiful
The Laureato is one of the best in the sports-luxury segment. In-house beautifully finished movement, great design, it has it all. Just one minor note: the first sports-luxury stainless steel integrated bracelet was an Omega Constellation in 1969, followed by Seamasters in 1972 (these very similar in design to what Rolex did afterwards with the Oysterquartz). Cheers
Just bought a blue dial Laureato chronograph and it is absolutely stunning! Prefer it over a Royal Oak any day of the week.
Great video, as always. FYI just received my (first) Bark and Jack NATO and the quality is amazing. Will be buying some more soon… Coming back to the GP, I prefer not to follow the heard, so brands on the side interest me much more - provided the product is good enough.
I own the 47040 2nd gen overseas and I’ve worn one of these GPS. Minimal difference in feel and look. Under the hood a different story I suspect. These are magnificent watches and I hope in time the brand picks up
You make an excellent point Adrian. They got there prior to PP & VC yet all love for them but none for GP?? I´m a trained watchmaker (WOSTEP 2001 -2004) and I used to love chatting with other aficionados. Now days it´s just zero knowledge and all "opinion" everywhere I look and most of them loudmouths couldn´t tell the difference between a Swiss spring bar and a Chinese spring roll.
PS. Grand Seiko is where it´s happening right now. The amount of work and finishing, the overall pursuit of perfection that´s going on there compared to it´s price point is just bonkers..😵
I agree on all points re: the Laureato. One watch that bridges between the trinity sports watches in terms of finishing and quality and the Laureato is the Parmigiani Tonda GT. If you get the chance, check one out.
Great video!
Would love to see a review of the 116710 LN. You’ve said in a few videos it’s your favourite of the GMT’s and there are very few high quality reviews of them on YT. 👌
It makes me glad that you give one of my favorite watchmaker some well earned attention, GP.
Also thank you for the review of beautiful V.C Over Seas Everest.
However there is a small thing I would like to see. Could you please make a video and tell the full story of the GP Sea Hawk, Generation I, II and what I would like to call generation III, please. It stated as a rather moderat watch and later became a beautiful beast among divers watches. Thank you.
I recently swapped a brand new Rolex two tone Skydweller for a Girard Perregaux perpetual calendar moon phase equation of time in solid rose gold…..so I flipped a £14,185 piece of hype for an £85,000 one of only twenty piece of haute horology…..I ROCK! Or maybe I’m mad…..
Interesting view and imo it looks like a compelling offering against those peers. Future review suggestion Zenith A385. Really interested in this watch, can't get to see one in person yet, due to COVID world, so would love to hear your perspective on this. Don't think I have missed you covering this watch previously. Cheers.
Oh, not a Rolex vid. Guess I'll watch this one ;)
I absolutely admire my blue dial laureato, it really is something else on the wrist. Super excited for GP to become an independent brand recently through the management buyout so I am sure there is lots ahead for the brand!
The GP watches are very high quality and a great secondhand buy and in my opinion are some of the nicest watches with great movements. Every bit as good as Rolex or Zenith. I wonder how much they cost to service?
The more I see it the more I like it. £9,400 is amazing when compared to the AP or PP.
It could be the perfect one Wath collection.
Adrian thanks for the review as I’m looking to pick this one up soon. Can you do a review of the Lange Saxonia Moon Phase or the Saxonia thin blue cooper dial?
A cracking watch Adrian, a great review for watch that can stand on its own three hands. There may be similarities to the Royal Oak but is is different enough in my humble opinion to be its own watch and with its own in house movement. The bolt on bezel is an interesting one and tolerances and torque settings must be tight for it to align correctly with the case. I'll take a look at one of these sometime in the future.
I have seen a large GP watch at Aston Martin f1 garage and the second hand was sweeping and ticking like an Automatic caliber
Hi Adrien can you do an update on the Rolex bubble bursting with all those nice little graphics? 🤣 love the Laureato by the way, I would but it
looks good. as i cannot get a rolex, i'm now branching out to AP, GP and PP..
Throughout your excellent video, all I kept thinking was ‘god that Explorer looks so good!’ And I say that whilst wearing my 124270. Yep, frikin obsessed🙃
Quality video as usual Adrian. Thank you, now you've put another watch on my list again. Not sure if I love you or hate you.
Amazing watch that is highly underrated. Definitely on my list.
Adrian do you think this Watch is better in terms quality, finishing and movement than the Piaget Polo?
Apart from comparison with the Holy trinity watches, how does the GP compare with watches like: Chopard Alpine Eagle, Czapek Antarctique, H Moser Streamliner, Urban Jurgenson One, Parmiagiani Tonda? ( These brands also are not as widely known as the Holy Trinity watches ).
Honestly, this field is large; hype & marketing is what keeps these dinosaurs alive
You can't really compare angular velocity to linear. Mind you, I guess you can use v=rω which would make it the tangential speed - so you'd need the radius of the balance wheel and the amplitude angle then we could calculate it(!)
Great looking watch. Been stalking these for quite a while now. To me, just as good looking as the other mentioned watches. I like it, thanks Adrian