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Now, Girard-Perregaux has, for the first time, worked with the AMF1 Team, creating a new model, the Laureato Absolute Chronograph AM F1 Edition, featuring two industry firsts. This ground-breaking watch unites two worlds, namely, micro-mechanics and the extreme performance of Formula OneTM.Pushing the performance envelope
In the competitive world of F1, a mere fraction of a second can mean the difference between success or failure. Besides aerodynamics and engine power, weight is of huge importance, hence teams continuously research new innovative materials that promise to provide precious weight savings. In this instance, the AMF1 Team has brought its incredible understanding of lightweight, materials to the world of Haute Horlogerie.
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Using a high-tech manufacturing process, the individual components are brought together and mixed with a tinted resin. The resultant material proffers superior ductility to that of steel. Each watch will have its own visual identity and will look uniquely different from any other timepiece on the market.
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“From the outset, working with Aston Martin has been a joy. It has not just been a case of putting our name on a Formula One™ car. On the contrary, we have collaborated on various projects, resulting in the production of two very different watches. Working together has led to some innovative and interesting ideas, culminating in the creation of new exciting products. It has also led to some wonderful friendships forming between both companies’ personnel. With our previous collaborative models, the emphasis was on style and elegance. However, with this latest watch we sought to work closely with the F1 side of the brand, focusing more on the idea of performance.”
Mike Krack, Team Principal of Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team, added:
“As a team, we have the determination to succeed – and that ambition requires us to analyse every element of our performance package. That includes managing the materials we use to build our cars, measuring their weight, their strength, all in a bid to find that critical extra thousandth of a second in lap-time. Girard-Perregaux is a valued partner to our organisation, and we have worked together to share and combine our knowledge to improve each other’s brands. The new Laureato Absolute Chronograph AMF1 is the first example of this collaboration, and a stunning example of the work we can achieve together.”
Two world premieres, one extraordinary watch
The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph AM F1 Edition is housed in a 44mm highly innovative titanium and carbon case, an industry first. However, the Manufacture’s inventiveness also extends to this model’s strap, a further ‘world premiere’.
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Aston Martin has always been a byword for style and performance
Having been born on a racetrack 109 years ago, Aston Martin has always enjoyed a proud association with racing.
Over the years, it has participated in various forms of international competition, enjoying much success. However, while performance is a critical part of the marque’s DNA, Aston Martin is acknowledged as an iconic global brand synonymous with style, luxury, and exclusivity.
Aston Martin fuses the latest technology, time honoured craftsmanship and beautiful styling to produce a range of critically acclaimed luxury models including the Vantage, DB11, DBS and DBX and its first hypercar, the Aston Martin Valkyrie.
This is celebrated with the new Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph AMF1 Edition which incorporates several design influences from the prestigious ultra-luxury British marque’s products.
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Many sports cars feature hollowed-out components that provide structural rigidity while at the same time mitigating mass. Moreover, the openings seen on several Aston Martin cars facilitate cooling. This new watch features open-worked hands throughout to imbue the design with a note of sportiness. A splash of lime is used to identify the chronograph hands to echo the design of the AMF1 car. The counterweight on the central chronograph hand emulates the side strakes widely used on numerous Aston Martin road cars. While the automotive influences are clear to see, some details are very subtle and may only be spotted by devotees of Aston Martin and those in the know.
Rear-engine power
Despite the Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph AM F1 Edition being highly attractive, a reliable powerplant is also a prerequisite for success.
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For the first time on a Laureato Absolute Chronograph, the rear of the watch is fitted with a pane of sapphire crystal.
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Now, the wearer can view the automatic Manufacture movement, the Calibre GP03300-1058.
A limited-edition
The Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team is based in Silverstone, England, close to the iconic racetrack.
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With this in mind, the Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph AM F1 Edition is limited to 306 pieces, the total distance drivers Lance Stroll and Sebastian Vettel will aim to cover on race day (5.891km x 52 laps) at the 2022 British Grand Prix.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Model: LAUREATO Absolute Chronograph Aston Martin F1 Edition to 306 pieces
Reference: 81060-41-3071-1CX
Material: Titanium & carbon case with carbon extracted from two Formula
One™ race cars used during the 2021 season
Diameter: 44.00 mm
Height: 15,15 mm
Case-back: sapphire crystal with white Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant
Glass: anti-reflective sapphire
Case-back: anti-reflective sapphire crystal, engraved “Limited Edition 306”
Formula One™ Team decal
Dial
Sunray ‘Aston Martin Racing Green’ with cross-hatching
Markers: indexes with luminescent material (green emission)
Hands: skeletonised, ‘baton’ type with luminescent material (green emission)
Water resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)
Movement
Reference: GP03300-1058
Type: Self-winding movement
Diameter: 25,95 mm (11 1/2''')
Height: 6,50 mm
Frequency: 28,800 Vib/h – (4 Hz)
Number of components: 419
Jewels: 63
Oscillating weight: steel
Finishes: Côtes de Genève, circular graining and bevelling
Power reserve: min. 46 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph.
Bracelet
Material: GP Rubber Alloy in Aston Martin Racing Green – a mix of rubber and carbon extracted from two Formula One™ race cars used during the 2021 season, fabric effect and green stitches
Size: 28,00 / 20,00 mm
Buckle: Folding with micro adjustment system, titanium with black PVD treatment
Limited to 306 Pieces
Retail price CHF 26,500 / GBP £21,500 / USD $27,800
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Girard-Perregaux Press Contact :
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