Girard-Perregaux Calatrava – Vintage Swiss Automatic Luxury Watch – 39 Jewels – Stainless Steel – 34 mm Elegant Mid-Century Swiss Watchmaking from One of Switzerland’s Most Prestigious Manufactures Offered for auction is a refined and highly collectible Girard-Perregaux Calatrava, a beautiful example of understated Swiss luxury watchmaking from the golden era of mechanical horology. Featuring a clean silver dial with attractive natural age patina, elegant applied markers, and a high-grade 39 jewels automatic movement, this timepiece perfectly reflects the timeless dress-watch aesthetic that made mid-century Swiss watches so desirable among collectors today. Technical Details Brand: Girard-Perregaux Model: Calatrava Movement: Swiss automatic Girard-Perregaux movement Jewels: 39 jewels Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 34 mm Crystal: Acryl crystal Dial: Silver dial with beautiful vintage age patina and applied gold-tone indexes Case Back: Stainless steel Water Resistance: Untested for water Strap: Generic leather strap Wrist Size: Fits up to approx. 21 cm Condition: Grade B – signs of use according to age and normal vintage wear Accessories: Generic box The watch features a highly elegant and balanced Calatrava-inspired case design with slim lugs and classic proportions that sit beautifully on the wrist. The silver dial has developed a soft and authentic vintage patina over the decades, giving the watch warmth and character impossible to reproduce artificially. Its applied gold-tone indexes and dauphine-style hands create a refined contrast against the aged silver surface, while the automatic 39 jewels Girard-Perregaux movement represents the brand’s commitment to precision and high-end mechanical craftsmanship. The overall aesthetic is pure mid-century Swiss elegance — clean, timeless, and effortlessly sophisticated. Story & Heritage Founded in 1791, Girard-Perregaux is one of the oldest and most respected Swiss luxury watch manufactures, celebrated for producing highly refined in-house movements and elegant timepieces for collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. During the 1950s and 1960s, Girard-Perregaux created some of the finest dress watches of the era, focusing on precision automatic calibers combined with minimalist and perfectly proportioned designs. Watches such as this Calatrava-style model embodied the philosophy of discreet luxury — refined enough for formal occasions yet versatile enough for everyday wear. The use of a high-grade 39 jewels movement was particularly impressive for the period, showcasing Girard-Perregaux’s dedication to technical excellence and long-term reliability. Today, vintage Girard-Perregaux watches are increasingly appreciated by collectors seeking authentic Swiss manufacture quality and elegant timeless design outside the more mainstream luxury brands. A beautiful and honest vintage Swiss luxury watch with true mid-century elegance, attractive natural patina, and an excellent high-jewel automatic movement from one of Switzerland’s historic manufactures. The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped insured. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - ITA 46