The aesthetic approach adopted by the new Vintage 1945 XXL models makes for a look that is rich in contrasts. The charcoal-gray color of the spherical dial is softened by a vertically-applied satin finish, while the steel bracelet has a very contemporary look to it, with its stylish links showcased by an alternating polished and satin finish. The bracelet can be made longer by a folding triple steel clasp equipped with a security catch. The velvet surface of the dial is highlighted by the discreet relief of the applied Breguet numerals and also of the counters, whose fitted circles and azure decorative features attract the light.
The Vintage 1945 Large Date, Moon-Phases model indicates, as well as the hours and minutes, the date and lunar quarters also. Situated on opposite sides of the dial at 12 o’clock and 6 o’clock respectively, the large date fixes the framework for the phases of the moon. The large date is displayed by means of two extremely thin disks, one for the tens, and the other for the units. The date change takes place instantly, in one ten-thousandth of a second.
The collection’s characteristic rectangular case is carved out of steel. Cambered in both directions, it perfectly matches the wrist’s contours so that its presence is barely noticed. Its finishes capture the light, detailing in relief and clearly communicating the information shown on the similarly spherical dial. Its straight lines and curves complement one another to pay a tribute to the aesthetic heritage of the early 20th century.
The GP03300 caliber can be seen through the sapphire crystal case back. Entirely designed, manufactured and assembled in the firm’s workshops at La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland, the automatic mechanical movement is decorated in keeping with the timehonored requirements of watchmaking tradition.
