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I had the opportunity during my last stay in Geneva to discover in preview a new Girard-Perregaux Laureato which will be officially presented at the next SIHH. This watch will propose a complication that is not present today in the current Laureato collection: the perpetual calendar. However, it is
I had the opportunity during my last stay in Geneva to discover in preview a new Girard-Perregaux Laureato which will be officially presented at the next SIHH. This watch will propose a complication that is not present today in the current Laureato collection: the perpetual calendar.
However, it is not the first time in the history of the brand since the
Laureato EVO3 gathered a chronograph with a perpetual calendar.
Of course, it was out of the question for Girard-Perregaux to reproduce a clone.
This time, the perpetual calendar is the main complication but
especially it seems to me better integrated in the spirit of the
collection.
While the calendar display of the EVO3 was classic, the Laureato
Perpetual Calendar is much more daring ... while being typical of
Girard-Perregaux style.
The watch is animated by a movement composed of the basic caliber 1800
(whose diameter of 30mm is more adapted to the size of the Laureato case) and
a perpetual calendar module which is extremely practical since it can
be adjusted forwards or backwards. Let's face it: everything is set with the crown ... except when we need to adjust the day of the week thanks to the pusher at 8 o'clock.
So you recognized it: this module is the same than the 1966 Perpetual
Calendar one which in the case of the dress watch was animated by a caliber
3300.
I find that the lay-out of the asymmetrical and original dial perfectly matches with the geometric rendering of the case.
The date is displayed in a subdial with a tiny hand (it is not the most legible option I have to confess) on the top right corner, the days of the week on the left. The months are indicated thanks to a disc which rotates in front of a fixed marker. Finally, the leap year indicator is housed just above the opening dedicated to the months.
These displays are obviously positioned on a dial decorated with a Clous de Paris pattern (as required by the Laureato style) that gives a feeling of depth and provides a qualitative rendering.
The watch is made with care and thanks to the presentation of the dial,
the Laureato Quantième Perpétuel manages to offer a classic
complication while exuding character. I would have liked however to see a more ambitious decoration of the winding mass.
It is nonetheless a very successful piece and I also appreciated, besides its
practical side, the large central second hand which brings a nice
animation on the dial.
The Laureato Perpetual Calendar is therefore a convincing watch that
manages to release its own identity while gathering elements known from
the Girard-Perregaux world.
Fr.Xavier
About the Girard Perregaux Ref. GirardPerregaux1966
The Girard Perregaux 1966 reference, issued in 2014, represents a specific iteration within the brand's 1966 collection, known for its classic design language. This particular model features a friendly complication, distinguishing it from simpler time-only variants within the same series. The 1966 line generally emphasizes traditional watchmaking aesthetics and proportions, appealing to those who appreciate understated horology.
The watch is housed in a case characteristic of the 1966 series. It typically features a sapphire crystal, offering clarity and scratch resistance. The movement powering this reference is an automatic caliber, consistent with Girard Perregaux's in-house manufacturing capabilities, providing a reliable power reserve suitable for daily wear.
For collectors, this reference offers a less commonly seen variant of the 1966 collection. Its appeal lies in its adherence to classical design principles and the inclusion of a practical complication. While specific dial and hand configurations can be subjects of discussion among enthusiasts, the overall presentation aligns with the brand's heritage in precision watchmaking.
Specifications
- Caliber
- GP03300-0030
- Case
- 18k rose gold
- Diameter
- 38mm
- Dial
- Silver
- Water Resist.
- 30m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
About the Girard-Perregaux Girard Perregaux 1966 Ref. 1966PerpetualCalendar
The Girard-Perregaux 1966 Perpetual Calendar, reference 49547, is a sophisticated timepiece within the brand's classic 1966 collection, known for its traditional aesthetics and horological complications. This model integrates a perpetual calendar function into a refined, wearable format, building upon the design language established by earlier annual calendar references.
It features the self-winding Caliber 03300-0096, equipped with a free-sprung balance and Microvar balance wheel. The case measures 41mm in diameter and 12.55mm in height, crafted in pink gold. The dial presents an asymmetrical layout, displaying months via a rotating disc and the date in a subdial, complemented by a distinctive 'loupe' style leap year indicator. A quick-set button at 8 o'clock facilitates date adjustments without additional tools.
For collectors, the 49547 represents Girard-Perregaux's commitment to traditional complications with a contemporary execution. Its design balances legibility with the complexity of a perpetual calendar, offering a compelling option for those seeking a high-complication watch with a classic aesthetic. The comparison to the Annual Calendar highlights the brand's evolution of its 1966 series.
Specifications
- Caliber
- 03300-0096
- Case
- Pink Gold
- Diameter
- 41mm
- Dial
- White Opaline
