Suns out…you know the saying. but a black Girard-Perregaux Olimpico 8846 from 1968 in the sun is something very special. Vintage at its best.
What vintage watch you get out in the sun?
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Vintage delight on the wrist, Girard-Perregaux Olimpico 8846
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Well, not many vintages in my collection. And not much sun today. But, does this JLC Tribute to Deep Sea Alarm (US version) count?
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It sure counts! Neo Vintage is a great way to get the best of both worlds. Now go and get some sun!
I wish, desk diving all day. And now it rains.
When I see yours I get an urge to get mine… Been too long…
Awesome watch!
I know you like the silver 8846 more and I fully understand but no reason to neglect the black. Time to get on an expedition to the vault.
For me….this often gets sun-time
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Very understandable. Excellent vintage choice and I’m sure it shines in the sun.