The New Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver Legacy Edition with Bamford

Girard-Perregaux has a rich history and has produced quite a few exceptional timepieces over time. The 1969 Deep Diver Ref. 9108 may not be as complex and elaborate or iconic as some of the brand’s better-known creations (Laureato, Tourbillons or Bridges, both historical and modern), but it left its mark as a rare dive watch made for just 2-3 years, which stood out with its bold dial and distinctive pillow-shaped case with dual crowns by famed case maker Piquerez (EPSA) and powered by the GP calibre 461 Gyromatic with a quickset date. But with the help of Bamford, this quirky watch is back.

With vintage watch designs continuing in their popularity and re-editions appearing with increasing frequency, Girard-Perregaux seized the moment and, in collaboration with Bamford Watch Department, the brand resurrected the Deep Diver Ref. 9108 Gyromatic as a limited series that stays true to the spirit of the original. Rather than dissect every difference, let’s look at the bold, unmistakably 1970s character of the new Deep Diver Legacy x Bamford.

The watch is housed in a cushion-shaped titanium case, water-resistant to 200 metres, with short lugs, sharp edges, and a distinctive multi-faceted bezel under a sapphire crystal. It measures 40.3mm x 38mm, with a thickness of 13.91mm. The solid caseback mirrors the bezel’s geometry and features a metallised Deep Diver trident logo in blue at its centre. Two sizeable, fluted crowns at 2 and 4 o’clock appear recessed into the case flank, doubling as a crown guard. The upper crown controls the inner rotating bezel, while the lower adjusts time and date. A sunray-brushed front, polished bezel, and caseback complete the retro-inspired appearance.

The dial closely replicates the 1969 original, with only subtle updates. The luminous indices and hands are now rendered in vibrant orange instead of the original green tritium. The handset design and minute track typography remain largely unchanged, while the date window at 3 o’clock has been gently modernised. The Girard-Perregaux logo sits above the centre, with the Bamford signature discreetly placed above 6 o’clock.

The watch is powered by the reliable GP03300 automatic movement, which was first introduced in 1995 and has proven itself in many GP collections. It is running at 28,800 vibrations/hour and providing a 46-hour autonomy. The Deep Diver is paired with a blue rubber strap and titanium pin buckle and comes with an additional orange strap. Limited to 350 pieces, the reimagined Deep Diver Legacy is priced at CHF 14,500 (tax included).

For more details, visit girard-perregaux.com.