Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1936 Gold-Filled Mechanical Wristwatch with Champagne Art Deco Dial, Subsidiary Seconds, and Lizard Strap

There’s vintage, and then there’s wow, where did you find that? This 1936 Girard-Perregaux is firmly in the second camp. Elegant, rare, and beautifully preserved, it’s the kind of watch that doesn’t come around often and when it does, you don’t overthink it.

Girard-Perregaux is one of those brands that real collectors nod at knowingly. It’s got the history, over 200 years of it, the pedigree, often compared to Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, and the craftsmanship to back it all up. But here’s the best part. It offers incredible value. You’re getting top-tier Swiss heritage without the usual eye-watering price tag.

This piece is a charmer. The gold-filled case is practically untouched. No wear, no rubbing, just a warm, rich tone that’s aged beautifully. Gold-filled means a thick layer of actual gold bonded over base metal, far superior to standard gold plating, and it shows. The champagne dial is pure 1930s elegance with crisp Art Deco Arabic numerals, a small seconds sub-dial, and a lovely minimalist vibe. The lizard skin strap is a quality modern replacement that keeps the vintage look without compromising comfort.

Under the hood is a hand-wound Swiss mechanical movement, original to the watch, but made by a third-party movement specialist. That was totally normal in the era, even for top-tier brands. The good news is it’s been fully serviced in 2023 and hasn’t been worn since. It runs like a dream.

Sized at around 19 millimetres wide and 37 millimetres long, with a slim 7.5 millimetre thickness, it wears light and comfortably. Whether you’re dressing it up or keeping it casual, it looks sharp and feels special without shouting for attention.

It doesn’t come with the original box or papers, but that’s expected for a watch from the 1930s. What matters is it’s been carefully authenticated, serviced, and tested. Every watch we sell is worn for at least a week post-service, then goes through a 48-hour final check before shipping. When it arrives, it’s ready to go. Just strap it on and enjoy.

This isn’t just a watch. It’s a slice of Swiss history, a great conversation starter, and a quiet statement of good taste. Whether it’s for your collection, a special occasion, or just because you fell in love with the look, it’s a watch you’ll be proud to wear every time you glance at your wrist.