Girard-Perregaux

HIGH QUALITY SWISS WATCHMAKER SINCE 1791

Founded in 1791, Girard-Perregaux is one of the oldest fine watchmaking manufactures still in operation. This year, the company celebrates its 230th anniversary, a fitting testament to the brand’s watchmaking expertise, appreciated by those “in the know”.

The firm’s history is dotted with exceptional creations that skillfully blend aesthetics and functionality. These models include the iconic Laureato, born in 1975, as well as the legendary Tourbillon ‘With Three Gold Bridges,’ a watch that made the invisible visible, transforming bridges from just a technical element to an integral part of the timepiece - a first in watchmaking.

Girard-Perregaux’s place at the vanguard of horological innovation is confirmed by over one hundred recorded patents together with numerous prizes and distinctions. It remains one of the few watchmakers to retain Manufacture status for over two centuries by mastering all the required horological skills in-house and making watches infused with a notable degree of authenticity.

While Girard-Perregaux respects its heritage, it continues to look ahead, embracing new technologies, state of the art materials, and fresh takes on iconic shapes.

COLLECTIONS

Bridges


A Brand icon since 1867: the visionary Constant Girard, transformed bridges from a technical element into a visible and integral part of the timepiece, giving birth to the Tourbillon with Three Bridges, a very first in watchmaking.

The movement is no longer just a technical element of the watch but a design element in itself.

KEY FEATURES

  • Exceptional craftsmanship, watchmaking expertise,  exclusivity
  • Handcrafted high-end finishes: beveling, rouding-off,  mirror polishing, engraving,etc..)
  • Perfect symmetric design
  • No dial: the movement becomes the face of the watch
  • Patented micro-rotor under the barrel to make the  movement fully visible

Laureato


In 1975 Girard-Perregaux launched the Laureato, one of the first “sport-chic” timepieces equipped with a raised octagonal bezel and anintegrated steel bracelet. Its sleek lines, easy wearability and interplay of straight lines and curves led to its iconic status.

In 2019 Girard-Perregaux unveiled the Laureato Absolute, a watch  which highlighted the legacy of the iconic model of 1975 while at the same time evincing a bold and masculine character.

The Laureato blends aesthetics and functionality as only Girard-Perregaux can do.

KEY FEATURES

  • Distinctive and recognizable design: octagonal bezel in a  round case, straight edges and curving lines

  • Exquisite finishes: polished & satin finished surfaces  creating a pleasing depth effect

  • Integrated bracelet, thin case, very comfortable

  • The eight angles of the octagon are linked by  harmonious curves combining fully polished convex or  concave surfaces

Cat's Eye


In 2004 Girard-Perregaux unveiled the first Cat's Eye timepiece, a collection celebrating women combining aesthetic mastery  with technical prowess.

With its sleek, instantly recognizable oval-shape cases, this elegant collection proofs that mechanical movements and sensual shapes can make a perfect match.

KEY FEATURES

  • Feminine and recognizable design

  • Elongated and curved lugs combined with a domed crystal for the maximum comfort on the wrist

  • Refined diamonds setting

  • Distinctive flower-shaped integrated crown

  • Manufacture automatic movements

  • Wide selection of straps (colored leather, steel, pink gold)

  • High-jewellery settings

1966


In 1966 Girard-Perregaux was awarded the Centenary Prize of the Neuchâtel Observatory as a tribute to its constant investment towards precision and to its extraordinary achievements. The 1966 collection pays homage to this prestigiousaward.

Pure, round mechanical watches featuring ultra-thin cases, rounded dials, leaf-type hands and tapered hour-markers.

Despite the fact that it’s named after a specific year, the 1966 collection is remarkably timeless.

KEY FEATURES

  • Elegant and timeless design
  • Very thin round case, entirely polished, softly domed with curved lines (lugs, bezel,  sapphire crystal and case-back)
  • Refined leaf-type hands
  • Comfort on the wrist thanks to the  integrated strap
  • Manufacture automatic movements
  • Great dial readability