THE WATCH
The story of MIMO is closely connected to the history of Girard-Perregaux. Although they were separate brands, they were owned and operated together for a period.
In the late 1920s, Girard-Perregaux faced financial difficulties. In 1929, the company was purchased by the German watchmaker Otto Graef. Graef already owned the watch brand MIMO. MIMO and Girard-Perregaux were run side-by-side
During the 1930s, MIMO watches became quite popular, particularly in Europe. Production took place in the Swiss watchmaking city of La Chaux-de-Fonds. Many vintage watches from this era contain both names, reflecting the shared production.After the death of Otto Graef in 1948, the brand gradually disappeared.
Vintage watches marked “MIMO”, “MIMO-Girard-Perregaux”, or early GP pieces from the MIMO era usually date from the 1930s–1950s, and they are interesting to collectors because they represent this unique phase in the company’s history.
Specific Information
Object nr: 601
Brand: Girard Perregaux
Model: "Mimo"
Reference: 546322
Year: Ca 1945-1947
Movement: Manual cal. 1287
Material: Stainless steel
Original crown: Unsigned crown. Many of watches made in the 1940's had unsigned crown.
Dimensions: 34mm ex crown.
Strap/Bracelet: Beautiful ”new” brown premium strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No/No
Serviced: Yes, the watch have been professional serviced by certified watchmaker. We leaves 12 months of warranty from date of purchase!
The Condition
Look at the beautiful condition of this Girard Perregaux "Mimo".
The dial is 100% factory original in an amazing condition as seen in the photos. Very well preserved with beautiful developed patina. The "leaf hands" is beautiful patinated with intact lume.
The case is still sharp and very well preserved even if there is some small signs from use. The design and proportion really pops.
The crystal is in very good condition with just small signs of wear.
This is a true stunner and something for the real enthusiast who prefer a beautiful authentic vintage watch from one of the most undervalued brands out there.
Sold "SERVICED”!
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