Girard-Perregaux Vintage Dress Watch Luxury swiss brand- vintage dress watch model (Gold-Plated, Swiss Made) – Elegant 1950s Hand-Wound Classic This refined Girard-Perregaux dress watch represents the timeless elegance that established the manufacture among Switzerland's premier watchmakers. Produced during the golden era of post-war Swiss watchmaking, it features a beautifully proportioned slim case, minimalist silver dial, applied gold baton markers, and a reliable in-house manual-winding movement. Girard-Perregaux has been producing fine watches since 1791 and is renowned for combining technical excellence with understated sophistication. Today, well-preserved vintage manual models such as this are increasingly appreciated by collectors seeking authentic mid-century Swiss craftsmanship. Technical Specifications Brand: Girard-Perregaux Model: Vintage Dress Watch Movement: Swiss Manual Wind, Girard-Perregaux signed, 17 Jewels Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Production Era: Approximately late 1950s – early 1960s Movement Number: 2009483 Case Number: 7427068 Case Material: Gold-plated case with stainless steel snap-back Diameter: Approx. 34 mm (excluding crown) Thickness: Approx. 9 mm Bezel: Polished gold-plated Crystal: Domed acrylic crystal Water Resistance: Not tested Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Original silver with beautiful natural vintage patina Hour Markers: Applied gold baton indices with double marker at 12 o'clock Date: No Branding: Printed Girard-Perregaux logo Hands: Original gold dauphine hands with central sweep seconds Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Snap-on Engravings: Girard-Perregaux factory medallion Swiss Made Fond Acier Inoxydable Plaqué Or Laminé 20 Microns Strap & Buckle Strap: New black leather strap (replacement) Buckle: Gold-tone pin buckle Notable Historical / Brand Context Founded in 1791, Girard-Perregaux is one of Switzerland's oldest continuously operating manufactures. During the 1950s the company produced some of its finest dress watches, emphasizing elegant proportions and exceptional movement quality. Their understated design language has become highly collectible, offering timeless style that remains as sophisticated today as it was over sixty years ago. Collector Appeal & Value Potential Vintage Girard-Perregaux watches continue to gain recognition among collectors for their manufacture quality and elegant mid-century aesthetics. This example stands out thanks to its original signed movement, classic proportions, and exceptionally honest preservation. It is an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking an authentic Swiss dress watch with genuine vintage character rather than an over-restored example. Condition Report The watch is in beautiful antique condition, preserving its authentic mid-century appearance and original charm. Original Girard-Perregaux signed 17-jewel manual movement running well. Original silver dial with an attractive, even vintage patina. Upon very close inspection, a few tiny age-related spots are visible on the dial. These are barely noticeable during normal viewing (approximately 99% of the time) and contribute to the watch's authentic antique character rather than detract from its overall presentation. Gold-plated case remains in very attractive condition with only light, honest wear and minor plating loss consistent with age. Domed acrylic crystal is clear with only light signs of careful use. Fitted with a new high-quality black leather strap. No known service history. Delivery Packaging: Carefully packed in a protective generic watch box. Shipping: Registered and fully insured shipping from the European Union with professional protective packaging.