Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver 9108 is a large vintage diver watch. With its case shape, size and dial design, this timepiece is a perfect representative of the creative 1970s.
The unique selling point of this Deep Diver version is, of course, the beautiful turquoise blue dial. The extra-large luminous hands and luminous hour markers not only look good, but also make for great readability.
The Super Compressor case comes from the famous designer Piquerez and features a cushion shape, mineral crystal and two crowns. The rotating bezel is located inside the case and is operated by the crown at 2 o'clock.
An interesting detail is that only the winding crown at 4 o'clock is signed with the letters GP and the other one is not. Also, the two crowns are not in the same level. No, this is not because the case was polished. All diver watches with this Super Compressor case from the 60s and 70s have this characteristic, which is an indication of the watch's originality.
Despite its size, the Deep Diver 9108 is very comfortable to wear and looks sporty on the wrist.
Condition report
Dial: absolutely flawless turquoise blue dial - original tritium lume in the hour markers and hands - matching colors - signed with "SWISS <25 MC".
Case: Super Compressor stainless steel cushion case in excellent condition - light wear marks - intact sunburst finish - sharp edges and bevels - original GP crowns with cross hatching - caseback shows the trident, the model name "Deep Diver" and the still intact radial engraving "Stainless Steel Waterproof 20ATM Scratchproof Crystal".
Movement: Automatic Caliber GP 461 Gyromatic - timegrapher: rate: -36s/day, amplitude: 305, beat error: 0.1.
Bracelet: original stainless steel bracelet from the 1970s - GP logo on the folding clasp - natural wear marks.
Summing-Up
This Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver 9108 is a cool, big diver featuring a typical 70s design. The rare turquoise blue dial ensures high recognition. The great condition makes the Deep Diver a valuable vintage collector watch.
Movement number: 461xxx
Int.Exe.: 17418