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dchang81 · 31 August 2020, 01:30 PM

kind of kicking a dead horse, but how come these and GP in general get no love? i know most call it a knockoff even tho it predates the 222 and the nautilus. i cant imagine ever trying to actually unload or sell one of these, but the laureato line seems like a deal on the secondary market. i mean these are almost 1/10 the price of 15202 and 5711. not sure how the finishing is on these, but that the rolex OP goes for more than these seems nutty.

seems crazy that a company like GP that does some advanced movements and supplies to other big companies doesn't get much respect outside of WIS.

Pongster · 31 August 2020, 03:03 PM

It didn’t pre date the Royal Oak. :)

In any event, i think the Laureato is successful. Not Royal Oak/Nautilus successful. But still successful.

AlyRba · 31 August 2020, 03:08 PM

I didn’t like the finishing on the case/bracelet for the price. Didn’t feel like a $10k+ watch. Also, for a 6.5inch wrist, the 38 wears too small and the 42mm too big.

Of all the non Nautilus/Royal Oak luxury sports watches in the mid tier range, I find Chopard Alpine Eagle the best. The movement is not the best looking for the price but the case, bracelet, and dial are top notch. That will be my choice over Laureato and Polo S. And now in the upper tier, Moser offers a great alternative in Streamliner, albeit a bit expensive, if you can’t get your hands on Royal Oak/Nautilus and Overseas/Odysseus are either big for you or not attractive enough.

Txkill · 31 August 2020, 04:05 PM

The Laureato is a great watch! I’ve owned a couple. I just have issues with keeping watches for very long. But I’d own another in a heartbeat.

arcadelt · 31 August 2020, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by AlyRba

Also, for a 6.5inch wrist, the 38 wears too small and the 42mm too big.

Hence you try and find the 41mm Limited Edition to buy. A much more refined watch all round IMHO.

alpharulez · 31 August 2020, 09:10 PM

I would definitely recommend it

(especially when it is a used or grey deal)

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Verbow · 1 September 2020, 01:49 AM

I own both an Overseas in blue and the grey Laureato. When comparing them side by side the difference in finishing is obvious - Overseas by a landslide. BUT - the Laureato was purchased new for less than half the price of my Overseas.

It’s a sleek, well designed mid-tier sports watch. I have a very wide 6.75 inch wrist and it fits great - I’m very happy with my purchase. I can’t say I’ve seen an Alpine Eagle in person - perhaps the finishing is better - but I ruled it out as I just didn’t like the design.

stockae92 · 1 September 2020, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by AlyRba

... for a 6.5inch wrist, the 38 wears too small and the 42mm too big.

that what I felt. Tried both in the AD, and walked away thinking that.

Talbel · 1 September 2020, 09:47 AM

I have to say, I just picked this one up and am thrilled with it. In my opinion, the quality, finish and style are everything I could ask for at this price point. No regrets here.

scarlet knight · 1 September 2020, 09:48 AM

Congrats to the owners! GP makes nice watches!

dchang81 · 1 September 2020, 10:27 AM

Yea I dont expect the same finishing as the RO, but at 8k from a dealer or 6k used, seems like a relative bargain. I like the overseas too, but was shocked at a video review where the close-ups showed poorly applied lume. Was thinking about a gray dial one, but now I want the new yellow Rolex OP.

startrolexendrolex · 1 September 2020, 02:33 PM

This is one of my fav, late 90s very limited numbers made. Ultr thin movement.

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alpharulez · 1 September 2020, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dchang81

Yea I dont expect the same finishing as the RO, but at 8k from a dealer or 6k used, seems like a relative bargain. I like the overseas too, but was shocked at a video review where the close-ups showed poorly applied lume. Was thinking about a gray dial one, but now I want the new yellow Rolex OP.

This...

The finishing of the RO under the macro lens left lot to be desired.

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KBM · 1 September 2020, 10:38 PM

I like it, especially the new onyx dial LE.

Txkill · 2 September 2020, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by startrolexendrolex

This is one of my fav, late 90s very limited numbers made. Ultr thin movement.

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Hey, I believe that was my specific 8010. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Beautiful.

dchang81 · 2 September 2020, 02:19 AM

Saw that ad. Man would totally have picked that up.

Is servicing these really that pricey?

bigjack78 · 2 September 2020, 02:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlyRba

I didn’t like the finishing on the case/bracelet for the price. Didn’t feel like a $10k+ watch. Also, for a 6.5inch wrist, the 38 wears too small and the 42mm too big.

Of all the non Nautilus/Royal Oak luxury sports watches in the mid tier range, I find Chopard Alpine Eagle the best. The movement is not the best looking for the price but the case, bracelet, and dial are top notch. That will be my choice over Laureato and Polo S. And now in the upper tier, Moser offers a great alternative in Streamliner, albeit a bit expensive, if you can’t get your hands on Royal Oak/Nautilus and Overseas/Odysseus are either big for you or not attractive enough.

I agree on the size. I want a 42mm but it just looks too big on me

ts3 · 2 September 2020, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by startrolexendrolex

This is one of my fav, late 90s very limited numbers made. Ultr thin movement.

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Lovely watch!

slcbbrown · 8 September 2020, 10:48 AM

GP makes really nice stuff. I would prefer a 40mm option, though.

DGB · 14 September 2020, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by slcbbrown

GP makes really nice stuff. I would prefer a 40mm option, though.

Exactly my thoughts

+1

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Dino944 · 15 September 2020, 03:05 AM

I've always liked the Laureato in photos. However, when they re-released it a few years ago, I tried it on and it just didn't do anything for me. It's an interesting design, and I still think its a very good looking watch. It's just not the right piece for me.

bogdoc · 19 September 2020, 01:39 PM

I tried it and liked it. I didn’t buy it as it would have constantly reminded me of royal oak which I don’t have.

Mutsu · 20 September 2020, 12:36 AM

Ended up getting mine because of no OP39/41 availability.

Very happy with it.

scarlet knight · 20 September 2020, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mutsu

Ended up getting mine because of no OP39/41 availability.

Very happy with it.

Looks great enjoy it! I haven’t even tried to buy a Rolex in 3 years. Plenty of other great brands.

Mutsu · 20 September 2020, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Looks great enjoy it! I haven’t even tried to buy a Rolex in 3 years. Plenty of other great brands.

Thanks!

It's 42 and wrist size is about 7 inches.

scarlet knight · 20 September 2020, 12:59 AM

I have a 6.5 inch wrist. I think 40mm would be my sweet spot.

31 August 2020, 01:30 PM	#1
dchang81 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,173	girard perregaux laureato kind of kicking a dead horse, but how come these and GP in general get no love? i know most call it a knockoff even tho it predates the 222 and the nautilus. i cant imagine ever trying to actually unload or sell one of these, but the laureato line seems like a deal on the secondary market. i mean these are almost 1/10 the price of 15202 and 5711. not sure how the finishing is on these, but that the rolex OP goes for more than these seems nutty. seems crazy that a company like GP that does some advanced movements and supplies to other big companies doesn't get much respect outside of WIS.

1 September 2020, 09:47 AM	#9
Talbel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Arizona Posts: 401	I have to say, I just picked this one up and am thrilled with it. In my opinion, the quality, finish and style are everything I could ask for at this price point. No regrets here. Attached Images

31 August 2020, 03:03 PM	#2
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	It didn’t pre date the Royal Oak. :) In any event, i think the Laureato is successful. Not Royal Oak/Nautilus successful. But still successful.

31 August 2020, 03:08 PM	#3
AlyRba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Posts: 351	I didn’t like the finishing on the case/bracelet for the price. Didn’t feel like a $10k+ watch. Also, for a 6.5inch wrist, the 38 wears too small and the 42mm too big. Of all the non Nautilus/Royal Oak luxury sports watches in the mid tier range, I find Chopard Alpine Eagle the best. The movement is not the best looking for the price but the case, bracelet, and dial are top notch. That will be my choice over Laureato and Polo S. And now in the upper tier, Moser offers a great alternative in Streamliner, albeit a bit expensive, if you can’t get your hands on Royal Oak/Nautilus and Overseas/Odysseus are either big for you or not attractive enough.

31 August 2020, 04:05 PM	#4
Txkill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Joseph Location: Rockwall TX Watch: Lots Posts: 1,223	The Laureato is a great watch! I’ve owned a couple. I just have issues with keeping watches for very long. But I’d own another in a heartbeat.

31 August 2020, 09:10 PM	#6
alpharulez "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: UK Watch: Assorted! Posts: 696	I would definitely recommend it (especially when it is a used or grey deal) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 September 2020, 01:49 AM	#7
Verbow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Chicago Posts: 55	I own both an Overseas in blue and the grey Laureato. When comparing them side by side the difference in finishing is obvious - Overseas by a landslide. BUT - the Laureato was purchased new for less than half the price of my Overseas. It’s a sleek, well designed mid-tier sports watch. I have a very wide 6.75 inch wrist and it fits great - I’m very happy with my purchase. I can’t say I’ve seen an Alpine Eagle in person - perhaps the finishing is better - but I ruled it out as I just didn’t like the design.

1 September 2020, 09:48 AM	#10
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Congrats to the owners! GP makes nice watches!

1 September 2020, 10:27 AM	#11
dchang81 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,173	Yea I dont expect the same finishing as the RO, but at 8k from a dealer or 6k used, seems like a relative bargain. I like the overseas too, but was shocked at a video review where the close-ups showed poorly applied lume. Was thinking about a gray dial one, but now I want the new yellow Rolex OP.

1 September 2020, 02:33 PM	#12
startrolexendrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: US Posts: 650	This is one of my fav, late 90s very limited numbers made. Ultr thin movement. Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

1 September 2020, 10:38 PM	#14
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	I like it, especially the new onyx dial LE.

2 September 2020, 02:19 AM	#16
dchang81 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Cleveland Posts: 2,173	Saw that ad. Man would totally have picked that up. Is servicing these really that pricey?

8 September 2020, 10:48 AM	#19
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	GP makes really nice stuff. I would prefer a 40mm option, though.

15 September 2020, 03:05 AM	#21
Dino944 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rhode Island Watch: Batman, Kermit Posts: 1,097	I've always liked the Laureato in photos. However, when they re-released it a few years ago, I tried it on and it just didn't do anything for me. It's an interesting design, and I still think its a very good looking watch. It's just not the right piece for me.

19 September 2020, 01:39 PM	#22
bogdoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 430	I tried it and liked it. I didn’t buy it as it would have constantly reminded me of royal oak which I don’t have.

20 September 2020, 12:36 AM	#23
Mutsu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Japan Posts: 91	Ended up getting mine because of no OP39/41 availability. Very happy with it.

20 September 2020, 12:59 AM	#26
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	I have a 6.5 inch wrist. I think 40mm would be my sweet spot.

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