Originally I thought of the Laureato as an Royal Oak knock-off, but then fell in love after seeing one in the metal. Just bought the new green dial variant which is arguably the most beautiful watch in my collection.

@alwayspooh1588

Жыл бұрын

The 42mm in green? That is stunning!

@shaikon5617

Жыл бұрын

One doesn't discount the other. Its still is a Royal Oak knock-off. Just a very good one.

@lucmoreau4761

Жыл бұрын

@@shaikon5617 Bonsoir Shai Kon. La royal oak est sortie en 1972, montre sport chic plus chere qu'une Patek Philippe en or et 10 fois plus cher qu'une Rolex Submariner à l'époque. Elle ne se vendait pas. La Laureato est sortie en 1975, pourquoi Girard Perregaux aurait voulu copier une montre qui se venadait difficilement. D'autre part, la nautilus est sorti en 1976. Est ce que Patek Philippe a copié Girard Perregaux? Non, la Laureato est une montre unique et magnifique. Elle mérite d'être plus respectée.

@shaikon5617

Жыл бұрын

@@lucmoreau4761 The Lureato wasn't designed by Gerald Genta...But the RO and Nautilus were. There's a difference between a designer (Gerald Genta) coming up with 2 models that have similarities between them and a designer copying another designer's work.

@lucmoreau4761

Жыл бұрын

@@shaikon5617 Pourquoi Adolfo Natalini, le designeur de la Laureato, aurait copié une montre qui se vendait très mal à l'époque. Cela aurait été complètement idiot. Non, Adolfo Natalini n'a pas copié la Royal Oak. Il s'est inspiré de la coupole de la cathédrale Santa Maria Del Fiore de Florence en Italie, son pays d'origine.

Jenni!!! There's something wrong with the audio, a constant noise can be heard in the background.

Just got the blue one and it’s awesome Jenni!

GP is a quality watch maker. I’m not sure why it’s reputation isn’t stellar? I think they are stunning.

@goldencalf5144

Жыл бұрын

They lack an original iconic design. This is ultimately makes a luxury watch brand popular these days. Or they need to spend squillions buying celebrity endorsements.

@barrylattuca5352

Жыл бұрын

@@goldencalf5144 It’s interesting that you say that. I think they designed a watch in the 70’s to meet what the market desired. So did IWC. The difference was the actual designer. If Gerald Genta had designed the Laureato, it would be beloved. If IWC readopts the Genta design of the Ingenieur, it will be well received and it will be close to the design of the Royal Oak, as well.

@goldencalf5144

Жыл бұрын

@@barrylattuca5352 The Laureato is basically just a clone of the Royal Oak. There's nothing particularly original about it even though it's very well made. The Royal Oak ushered in a new era of watch design and popularised the concept of a luxury watch in steel, hence it is iconic. IWC has their iconic pilots watches. Brands like GP and Piaget make fine timepieces, but don't have an iconic model that is synonymous with the brand.

@barrylattuca5352

Жыл бұрын

@@goldencalf5144 You don’t think the Ingenieur is an iconic design for IWC? You made that point already about the Laureato. I understand that the Royal Oak was a pioneer and an original design. I won’t dispute that in any way.

@PP97250

Жыл бұрын

@@barrylattuca5352 Gerald Genta designed both the Laureato and Royal Oak

The bezel tends to collect dust and dirt easily, and recently they dun come with the wooden box as well, Laureato price has been increasing since 2022 and does not offer any discount, it took me quite awhile to pull the trigger last year and i am enjoying it, wears comfortably and is very versatile watch i love it

@kinng8014

Жыл бұрын

Their wooden box is huge and heavy... I rather to have a smaller and lighter watch box...

It is a beautiful watch. Thank you Jenni to bringing it to us.

Well done Jenni! Another very informative look at a watch brand with a solid history. The real question regarding the Laureato and the other similar watches is who inspired who. From your video the photos of the original Laureato contained a lot of the DNA that inspired the Royal Oak and other similar watches. GP has its own right bragging rights for design and quality. Your review of GP history increased my appreciation of a brand with history and established horological contributions. Thank you for creating a well researched video.

@marcwilliams9285

Жыл бұрын

The Royal Oak was released before the laureato

@mljcab1

Жыл бұрын

@@marcwilliams9285 I find horological history fascinating. Unfortunately I don’t have any resource books to research issues on my own. In reality I don’t care if Royal Oak or Laureato was first. I know that they are both fantastic watches that would be very welcome in my collection. I have neither of the watches so they are purely aspirational for me. Thanks for your comment. I certainly think you know more about the subject than I do.

I have owned this exact model and its an absolute stunner. I hope to get my hands on a black onyx dial Laureato as some point. GP still underrated.

I think the style was on trend and lots of watches did this octagon style. VC 222 is another to add to that list. With the Octo and the rise in popularity of these integrated, octagonal watches it is no surprise that the Laureato is getting a second look from the community. It's a beautiful watch, from a company with a long history of fine watch making.

Hello there, really enjoy your videos, this is piece way out my price range as are a few of the watches you feature just nice to gain some knowledge on higher end pieces and watches in general.

Hey Jenni Do you have an issue with your microphone? Is has an static noise to it

I would only consider it similar with its quadrant symmetrical case shape and integrated bracelet. However the bracelet design is NOT the same as the APRO with a single link in the centre instead of the two offset to the sides, the dial is “Clous de París” and not the AP “patisserie” style, and when looking at an original release Laureato it’s easy to see the lineage; if you don’t know the original models then it’s easy to state it looks the same as APRO. I personally think the Rolex Newman Daytona’s look more like the 1960s Omega Speedmasters than the Laureato looks like the Royal Oak…but it seems Rolex gets as pass at everything and even gets credited for imagining colours when they release base 3-hand models. Great as always, looking forward to the next one!

Love GP but for some weird reason I don't see their 38mm offerings on their website? Does the country your looking from make a difference?

Thanks for the episode, Jenni 👏

Always a pleasure to watch your videos 😊

Hello Jenni nice watch and nice design i love it. Thanks to you for provide on this Channel a Real content

Why is the top comment so tasteless? Love Jenni and Britt - more female watch KZreadrs plz!

@sixee911

Жыл бұрын

The community here is very toxic

GP is a high horology brand with history, no doubt about that. The Laureato collection offers such great value for the money, even if you bought it at retail price.

@m2pozad

Жыл бұрын

Value? I believe the 30,000 was dollars, not yen.

@seaweed719

Жыл бұрын

@@m2pozad 30,000 dollars? Laureato costs 14,300 at msrp. Please get your facts checked before embarrassing yourself.

@picanha694

10 ай бұрын

​@@seaweed719it selling below msrp at grey dealers.

Gotta love that "Ink" on that wrist .. wearing a nice looking GP 😊👍🏼 Thanks for sharing!

I own the 42 panda dial chronograph laureato and I’m can tell you that the quality and level of finishing is incredible

@lucmoreau4761

Жыл бұрын

Je confirme, la Laureato Chrono est superbe. Un must de ma collection.

I have the chronograph in blue dial and it is always the one people ask about. It has very similar design language to the Royal Oak. It does. However, it has been around for almost 50 years so I think it should be considered as a watch that has earned its place. Without the screws in the bezel, I prefer it to the others. Check out the Chronograph when you have the chance.

Great episode! It sounds like you're powering through a cold to do it too, hope you're well!

I have an original yellow with stainless band GP Ferrari from years ago. Still a beautiful and great watch.

@Jenni, put your hands on a 8010 Laureato (not easy to find) 38mm, wear like a 36, not middle flat links. It's absolutely stunning. I prefer that rather to the new one (I share same wrist dimensions as you) pretty sure that you will love it

The GP is in my opinion,is a fantastic watch for the price. The face of the GP looks cut not stamped like the AP. How does the Royal Oak justify its price? Thanks Jenni

The laureato is absolutely stunning. They offer great value if bought pre owned , Girard Perregaux in general offers great value pre owned. I personally own one of their 1966 dress/daily pieces.

I think the Laureato can hold its own against the Royal Oak, it just doesn't have the "fashion" premium, which- for me- adds to its appeal.

What about Zenith Defy, for example models such as A7682. Please let me know about your thoughts.

Goes to the top of my list as soon as my make my first billion. Thanks, Jenni!

Thank you for showing GP video today.

Nice, balance look. Just checked the website - I thought the Laureato was ~$9500USD - almost $15k! Now not so sure I’m interested - not seeing the value at that price pt.

I like this watch and would buy it, but I own an IWC Ingenieur Mission Earth already (which was less expensive)

Baume & Mercier Riviera also from same time period, and would fit your wrist much better at its 36mm size

mic noise? otherwise great video!

Nice video mate 🥃

I own this watch and I can say that it is such a classy watch. I don’t see it as a AP homage at all. It wears big and is very masculine. I can’t recommend this watch enough. The one downside is the fact it does not have on the fly bracelet adjustment. At this price point, it should have. But overall it’s a fantastic watch.

will we see GP use the Ulysse Nardin UN150 caliber in the Laureato Cronograph...??

Well there is no doubt that Girard Perregaux are one of the hidden gems in the watch world. I have four and nothing comes close for quality. The bracelets are made in house and are pure perfection.

Love the Laureato. Especially in 38mm ceramic.

My sense is that validity is sound . More variety of exciting design is welcomed by surely enough . Looks cool . Way too much money for me but I like 'em all like I like artwork I can't afford . Great accent saying the watch makers' name .

I love the 38 mm copper dial!! 😍⌚️👍👍👍

You putting on a 42mm, is like me trying to wear jeans 2 sizes to small😏. 38mm, no 44 mm ( Laureato Absolute yes). 54 hours, not 45 hours Power Reserve. The most beautiful 3 hander watch i tried on last year and I have tried plenty. AP, Patek, Vacheron etc. The finish and the green dial one knocks it out of the Park. Wears like silk on the skin. Only thing that could be better is an ajustable bracelet like on the overseas and Nautilus and a quick bracelet change System for an additional leather or rubber strap like on the VC OS ( perfect by the way).

@denis5850

Жыл бұрын

I didn't wear my 38mm laureato because it scratch my skin so hard the butterfly pusher just go hard on your skin

GP is amazing. would like to see this compare with zenith

How to subscribe to get that watch? How much?

For some reason, I really dislike their logo at the 12; it's inelegant and redundant when then brand band is already there. Petty, but (for me) the more expensive the watch, the more important minor details are. It's also a bit disappointing that the clasp has no on-the-fly adjustment, when JLC were able to include one on their Reverso Gran Sport, which is less than half the price Thanks for the video, Jenni.

Great video, great brand, great watch! :)

Is the nautilus not a RO copy?

I think it's a lovely watch. I'm also commenting for the algorithm. Thank you for the video.

Great video, great watch

Cool to see this! I actually own the first Laureato quartz, it’s a very small watch by these days standards, but it’s a cool piece of history and even tho it’s quartz it’s very interesting movement

@MrGrentch

Жыл бұрын

As it happens it was GP's first quartz movement that was the first Swiss stepping motor(one tick per second. Other early Swiss quartz were smooth sweep tuning fork types). That stepping motor was also more powerful than others, so unlike other quartz watches back then the hands on their models were nornal sized and the date flipped over instantly at 12. They also set the 32,768Hz quartz frequency that the vast majority of quartz watches followed right down to today. They designed the movement(with some help from JLC) for ease of maintenance by ordinary watchmakers used to mechanicals(other early quartz are nightmares by comparison). They used teflon bearings instead of "jewels" so it never needed oiling. Your Laureato is going to be a later evolution of that movement, but it was and remains one of the finest quartz movements ever made and a very cool bit of early quartz horology. It's easy to forget than when new quartz was the future and your watch would have been more expensive than the mechanical version and more desirable too. Funny enough its small size was as much down to them being able to make the movements smaller over time. Their very first quartz watches were more like today's sizes, simply because the movements were larger. I suspect the growth of bigger watches in the 1970's was as much down to these larger quartz and other "electronic" movements. By the 1980's when the tech had advanced so they could make smaller movements analogue quartz watches shrunk right back down again.Some of the smallest men's watches of the 20th century were from the 80's and women's watches required an electron microscope to read. 😀

@theashen

Жыл бұрын

@@MrGrentch yes! It’s a really cool piece of history. I actually have a framed original advert for the Laurrato at the time too. After more than 45 years it still works great too

Many think that this is a copy of PP and AP but for your reference this watch was made before PP and AP , this watch is amazing and looks much better in person.

could include the baume&Mercier riviera from 1973 in the 70s line up.

Beautiful watch, but I’d rather have a Royal Oak or PRX at retail. My 22 year old son wore his PRX chronograph while we went out for dinner and it was a stunner.

Good video!👍🏻

Lovely lovely watch. In House movement and fantastic quality.

So nice it wasn't a "deep dive" into GP!!

The idea that the Laureato is a knock-off or imitation is a fascinating one. And I think Jenni hit the nail on the head when she said "GP marketing hasn't been the best". The Nautilus, IWC, Rolex etc that all followed marketed themselves over many years so strongly that we see them all as their own thing - but they're all incestuous copies of each other designed or inspired by one person. I own a Laureato and I'm very happy to see GP doing much better nowadays 🙂

@TheBogards

9 ай бұрын

Well said, these are fantastic watches. Great purchase.

Any other updates you could share?

09:29 Great comparison shot.

Like your History presentation. :-)

@tudorfanman2620

Жыл бұрын

Anyone can read a script. The girls a phoney.

Jenni 🤩🤩

On their website, the LA ESMERALDA TOURBILLON "A SECRET" ETERNITY EDITION is £346,000!!!! That is crazy money!

Can you please review the loreato absolute Aston Martin F1 edition.

8:06 does this mean the watch feels cheap?

I don‘t think the GP Laureato is a cheaper copy of the AP Royal Oak. In my opinion the original design in 1975 looked much different. Today, design-wise it looks much better than the Royal Oak, especially with the new green dial. Also the movement is very good and looks nice. Not to talk about the price tag. Overall for me, the Laureato is just the better choice!

Hey Jenni! Great video as always...☺️ Whether the GP is a rip-off, well... It's arguable. To me it represents the silhouette of that era, made popular by Royal Oak and Nautilus. It does have striking and undeniable resemblances to the two, but to say that it's a carbon copy might take away the historical importance that this watch holds...

@andrewgiblin3468

Жыл бұрын

It’s style does predate the Nautilus.

@watchexplorer321

Жыл бұрын

It came out 1 year before the Nautilus. 1975 PP 1976.

Can’t wait to sign up for the Jenni English course of “How to beat the Rolex waitlist” !

@MagiCarpet-yi9dp

Жыл бұрын

Haha I’ve heard her husband offers courses like this for much money

@michaelriera6277

Жыл бұрын

$200 per course!!! Unfortunately some will fall victim to this scam artist. He looks like such a nice guy on his videos.

@sixee911

Жыл бұрын

@@davidedwards2842 Just search Rolex Masterclass. It’s the first result you’ll get. No problem!

@intheknow7776

Жыл бұрын

@@rickbat6938 some guys watch Jenni with a watch on one wrist and using their other wrist for something else. LOL

Do you know anyone who can help me get one at the AD. I'm happy to pay for advice!!

Dang, Jenni, I think it might be time for a new microphone!

I just don’t think there is a case for calling this a copycat watch. That is like saying anyone who designs a watch with a round case is copying other watchmakers round cases. There are only limited versions of a watch case and in the end it is what is inside the timepiece and the clarity of the dial, plus price which counts. Rolex has been copying other manufacturers for ages!

I believe the watch industry and enthusiasts need to just stop comparing watches to the Royal Oak and simply meet each individual piece where it is and for what it brings. Period. Thank you.

I'm not sure if you mentioned it, but GP uses 904L steel - similar to Rolex's oystersteel. This is why it wears scratches relateively well.

GP has always been a premium brand and priced out of reach for most of us. Another watch that most of us would be afraid to wear and get bumped and scratched.

I know the brand is probably too small, but seriously consider looking at the Horage Supersede, its incredible.

According to GP's own KZread channel, the dial is not guilloche, but stamped. I don't think it really makes a difference, except to make the watcher cheaper to produce.

@andrejensen7837

4 ай бұрын

It makes a subtle difference. Someone' can pay for that I can't . But I can actually save enough money to buy this one at its used prices now.

The Green Dial Laureato is already trading over retail. Like that for sure

Good morning !

For now very big difference => GP available in AD without having to be friend/send CV etc… AP….. how say 😅

Their time is coming. It’s easy to see. Just wait until I can pick one up first!

I don't like the 8-sided bezel, but at least they didn't put screw heads in it. I would never wear it, I would need a less inelegant look than that one.

Looks like a Patek style bracelet, with an AP style case.

I bought this watch, but was not happy with the bracelet. So I gave it back.

Brilliant channel! Positive

@tudorfanman2620

Жыл бұрын

Get real the girl is a phoney

@brianmason744

Жыл бұрын

We dont know all that…husband is I agree. When have you seen him on her videos?

@tudorfanman2620

Жыл бұрын

@@brianmason744 He is on every one of her videos. You're just watching her read his words. These two are coining in thousands every month one the back of a lie. They are a couple and are working hand in hand. Are you seriously suggesting that they aren't in this together? Come on.

The Laureato is Gerald Genta design variant. Therefore, there are going to be similarities to other Swiss Watch House models designed by the same man. GP are underrated for sure and so not the recognition they deserve. I believe in years to come people will appreciate the brand more. They quality and craftsmanship are very acceptable. There needs to be more work by GP in their marketing.

@changchai7056

Жыл бұрын

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@changchai7056

Жыл бұрын

I poor 😢.. work hard money..remember GOD love .. sad never mind... Always love GP itu.. love

@mondrayuk

Жыл бұрын

@@Bu-22 Gerald Genta designed many watches for Swiss Watches for example: Patek Philippe Nautilus and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Vacheron Constantin sports models. The GP being of the same ilk. Nothing wrong with that!

@chia-mingyang5804

Жыл бұрын

@@mondrayuk VC 222 and Laureato aren't designed by GG.

@mondrayuk

Жыл бұрын

@@chia-mingyang5804 Jorge Hysek who designed the 222 for Vacheron Constantin and The Laureato was a creation of Italian architect Adolfo Natalini. The point being that these are of the same Mid 1970s ilk of those watches designed by GG with similar features. Vincent Kaufmann and external watch artist Dino Modolo designed to VC Overseas. Thanks you for bringing that up - appreciated.

The old saying springs to mind, "a fool and his money are soon parted".

Would watch an entire video of just Jenni saying Girard Perregaux

@intheknow7776

Жыл бұрын

How sad.

5:05 I will say Jenni with both eyes

Known for their extreme rip off prices, I hate to criticise a watch brand again, but they bring it upon themselves. I don't hate the brand, I have owned about 6 old vintage GPs, and the Gyromatic 39, with 39 jewels, was excellent.

Why does no one talk about Rolex integrated design called Texano which came in 1970. Yes that is two years before the RO

The Crown looks huge - in comparison with the watch.

I had a GP in the 90s. The quality was on a different level to my Rolex.

@spaghettieater_

Жыл бұрын

Higher or lower? Explain yourself please

@saymyname218

Жыл бұрын

@@spaghettieater_ Higher.

My black 42mm laureato Like's this video 😉

@AtheistOrphan

Жыл бұрын

Who’s Luke?

@scotty88lp

Жыл бұрын

@@AtheistOrphan lol had to edit ...thank you

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GP Laureato is an amazing watch - I wish your energy was a little bit more up for that review, Jenni. You seemed a little low energy...

Love these ❤

Jenni✨️✨️✨️

Thats a big watch

5th

This is a cross between the royal oak and the Nautilus even though this came out before the nautilus

A 45 hour power reserve in this day and age seems super lazy. Fine if a person only owns one watch, but for anyone who wears multiple watches on a rotation, it means having to reset the time on the GP regularly.

@digitalentinc

Жыл бұрын

It's 55 actually, but I agree they could have done better there. For what it's worth it's an absolutely gorgeous movement and super accurate

@watchexplorer321

Жыл бұрын

54 You wont take it off, once you Put it on😏. And if more than 2 days isnt enough, youll love windig it.