The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition 25882-11-631-BB6B is a rectangular steel dress watch with a black onyx dial and a large-date display driven by two date discs, built on the self-winding calibre GP03300 and fitted to an alligator leather strap. It is one of several limited editions built on Girard-Perregaux's Vintage 1945 case, a design that revives the brand's rectangular dress watches from the mid-1940s. This guide covers the specifications, how the large-date mechanism works, where the Infinity Edition sits against Girard-Perregaux's other current Vintage 1945 references, price context and what to check before buying. Bizak & Co. sources the 25882-11-631-BB6B to order; the pre-owned and sourced watches collection lists the configurations we can seek.
Last reviewed on September 27, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.
Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition specifications
| Attribute | 25882-11-631-BB6B |
|---|---|
| Case | 36.10 x 35.25 mm rectangular stainless steel, about 11.74 mm thick |
| Dial | Black onyx with a large-date aperture |
| Movement | Self-winding calibre GP03300, at least 46 hours power reserve |
| Strap | Alligator leather, steel folding buckle |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Edition | Limited to 88 pieces |
Source: Girard-Perregaux, Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition and the Girard-Perregaux homepage, checked September 2026.
How does the large-date display work?
The Vintage 1945's large-date function uses two separate discs, one for each digit of the date, rather than a single disc printed with all 31 numbers as on a conventional date window. This is the same general large-date principle used by other manufacturers' large-date complications: two discs allow each digit to be printed larger and read more clearly than a single small date window would allow, at the cost of a more complex mechanism to keep both discs synchronised across the month. On the Infinity Edition the two-digit date sits within the rectangular case at 12 o'clock, in keeping with the Vintage 1945 line's historical layout, and the black onyx dial around it keeps the display the dial's clear focal point.
Vintage 1945 Infinity vs Earth to Sky vs XXL Large Date: which edition?
| Infinity Edition | Earth to Sky Edition | XXL Large Date and Moon Phases | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case | 36.10 x 35.25 mm steel | Titanium DLC | Steel, XXL case |
| Dial | Black onyx | Blue | Silver or blue, with moon phase |
| Complication | Large date only | Large date only | Large date and moon phase |
| Bizak catalogue ask, 27 Sep 2026 | US$16,299 brand new | US$17,699 brand new | From US$12,799 brand new |
The XXL Large Date and Moon Phases references are the more accessible entry to the Vintage 1945 large-date case, adding a moon phase but in steel rather than the onyx dial and 88-piece edition status of the Infinity. The Earth to Sky titanium edition is the most expensive of the three here, reflecting the DLC-coated titanium case rather than any difference in complication. Buyers choosing between them are largely choosing case material, dial colour and edition exclusivity rather than function, since all three share the same large-date principle.
How does the rectangular case wear?
At 36.10 by 35.25 mm the case is compact by contemporary standards but reads confidently on the wrist because of its rectangular shape and the visual weight of the onyx dial; rectangular cases generally wear larger than a round case of a similar area because the eye follows the straight edges. At 11.74 mm thick it sits reasonably flat under a cuff, and the alligator strap keeps the watch in dress-watch territory rather than sports-watch territory. This is a watch for a dress or business wardrobe rather than an everyday sports watch, and buyers should expect the rectangular lugs to fit differently under a shirt cuff than a round case of similar dimensions. The black onyx dial gives very little reflected light back, which reads as understated in most lighting rather than flashy, and the large-date window is the one bright, legible element against it, keeping the whole face organised around a single point of interest.
Where the Vintage 1945 case fits in Girard-Perregaux's history
Girard-Perregaux introduced the original rectangular case this line revives in the 1940s, at a time when rectangular and tank-style cases were common across Swiss dress watches; the modern Vintage 1945 collection reintroduced that case in the 1990s and has kept it in production in various dial and complication combinations since. The large-date function used across the Infinity, Earth to Sky and XXL references is a later addition to the case rather than a feature of the 1940s originals, and it has become one of the collection's signature complications alongside the moon phase used on the XXL models. Buyers coming to Girard-Perregaux from a rounder-cased brand should treat the Vintage 1945 as the brand's historical dress-watch line, distinct from its round Laureato sports collection.
Price, availability and condition
Bizak & Co. sources watches to order; this catalogue entry is not confirmation that a specific example is on hand for immediate delivery. On 27 September 2026 our sourced catalogue listed the Infinity Edition at US$16,299 brand new, against US$17,699 for the titanium Earth to Sky edition and from US$12,799 for the steel XXL Large Date and Moon Phases, all sourced to order and subject to change. Before purchase we confirm the actual watch, recent photographs, condition, included accessories, price, warranty coverage and expected timing; compare any dated quote against shipping, applicable tax and financing cost. As a limited edition of 88 pieces, individual numbered examples of the Infinity Edition may carry a premium or discount relative to the catalogue figure above depending on which number in the edition is offered and its condition. Girard-Perregaux does not publish a single fixed retail price the way some larger houses do for every market, so a dated sourced figure like the one above, rather than a general retail assumption, is the more reliable starting point for budgeting.
Is a limited Vintage 1945 edition a good investment?
Girard-Perregaux's limited editions trade in a smaller, more specialist market than Rolex, Patek Philippe or Audemars Piguet sports watches, and demand for a specific 88-piece run depends heavily on collector interest in that particular edition rather than on the wider brand's resale reputation. Buy the Infinity Edition for the onyx dial, the large-date mechanism and the rectangular case, not as a speculative flip; a full-set example with box, papers and the edition's numbered certificate will always be easier to place with a specialist buyer than a watch-only piece. Ask for a written cash-buy assessment before committing if resale matters to you. Independent manufacturers with smaller production volumes and a narrower collector base, which describes Girard-Perregaux relative to the largest Swiss houses, tend to see resale values that move more slowly in both directions; a well-documented limited edition can hold interest for years without the sharp swings seen in the most heavily traded sports watch references.
Buying a used Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition: what to check
- Numbered certificate. An 88-piece limited edition should come with its numbered certificate matching the case back engraving; ask for this in writing before paying a deposit.
- Large-date synchronisation. Watch the date change at midnight, or ask the seller to demonstrate it; both discs should advance together without one lagging.
- Onyx dial condition. Onyx is a natural stone and can show hairline fractures under close inspection; ask for close-up photographs of the dial surface.
- Case edges. Sharp corners on a rectangular case show polishing more obviously than on a round case; check the lug edges for softening.
- Strap and buckle. Alligator leather dries out and cracks; a worn strap is a straightforward replacement but should be priced into any offer.
- Movement service history. Ask for the last service date and confirm the automatic movement winds and sets correctly.
- Price against the band. A full-set example offered well under the catalogue range above is the single most reliable warning sign.
Our authentication process describes what we inspect before dispatch, and specialist independent-manufacture pieces like this one benefit from an inspection specifically experienced with Girard-Perregaux's construction rather than a generalist check alone.
Quick answers
How much is a Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition?
Bizak's sourced catalogue listed the 25882-11-631-BB6B at US$16,299 brand new on 27 September 2026, against US$17,699 for the titanium Earth to Sky edition and from US$12,799 for the steel XXL Large Date and Moon Phases, all sourced to order.
How many Infinity Edition pieces were made?
The edition is limited to 88 pieces, each with a numbered certificate matching the case back engraving.
What movement is in the Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition?
The self-winding calibre GP03300, with at least 46 hours of power reserve, driving the large-date display through two separate date discs.
Does the Infinity Edition have a moon phase?
No. It has the large-date function only; Girard-Perregaux's XXL Large Date and Moon Phases references add a moon-phase complication to the same case family.
Is the Vintage 1945 case round or rectangular?
Rectangular. The Vintage 1945 line revives Girard-Perregaux's mid-1940s rectangular dress watch case, distinguishing it from the brand's round sports references such as the Laureato, and it is better suited to business and dress settings than to sports or outdoor wear given its alligator strap and onyx dial.
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Tell us whether you need the numbered certificate and full set, your preferred condition, plus your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs, papers and final price before you commit. Catalogue entries: Vintage 1945 Infinity Edition, Vintage 1945 Earth to Sky Edition; browse the pre-owned and sourced watches collection or sell or trade your watch.
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