Hi Peter,
i think in some way, itīs about the hen and the egg.
No secret GP pieces are available at higher discounts than others. While it allows to buy something unique and nice for a comparably great price, this will affect pricing in secondary channels either.
So in some way, itīs the downside of the chance to get away with a substantial discount. Which isnīt the same for all models across the whole portfolio and not even the same throughout all regions; try to order a Three Gold Bridges tourbillon and see.
And as an alternative, thereīs still a pre-owned piece here and then.
In the real world, for most customers of a GP timepiece all this is not an issue and choosing something special is more important.
Itīs in fact like that; GP is not for everyone and mostly choosen by folks who are familiar with fine timepieces and can afford to buy something different in order to complete a collection of fine watches.
And in this regard, the 25800 is not GPīs most special or most expensive piece, but does have some unique features that set it apart from other watches:
The 25800 combines GPīs own automatic movement, GPīs own and very unique large date and GPīs own and very special "Vintage45" case.
Itīs well made, reliable and trouble-free, legible and comfortable on the wrist.
And thereīs a couple of unique features, which are apparent from the multi-page in-depth review in our GP Gallery.
So in the end, i think it does have itīs merits
This might be apparent from the relatively low number of pre-owned worn pieces on sale. It may suggest owners (who can afford one) do like these so much that they donīt part with them, which i find understandable and justified.
Cheers,
Peter
