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Bucherer and Girard-Perregaux have come together to take their collaboration to the next level. Adding a layer of modern design and craftsmanship to tradition, the fruit from the partnership between the two is manifested in the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges Bucherer BLUE.
Welcoming the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges Bucherer BLUE, a
timepiece celebrating Girard-Perregaux’s virtuosity through a blue lens.
The Tourbillon with Three Bridges is considered the world’s oldest
watch movement still in production, epitomizing the ability of
Girard-Perregaux to reinvent yesterday’s tradition for today’s
connoisseur:
With time, the bridges of this iconic design have evolved
from an arrow-ended shape to a more contemporary “Neo” shape, used in
the Flying Bridges. The architecture of the movement has also evolved to
give the impression of a levitating movement inside the case.
The
Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges Bucherer BLUE truly is a masterwork
of Haute Horlogerie. The titanium case is fitted between two sapphire
crystal glass boxes reinforcing the visual effect of aerial delicacy.
A HISTORICAL WATCH MOVEMENT
Girard-Perregaux revives history with its modern translation of tradition. The Tourbillon with Three Bridges is considered the world’s oldest watch movement still in production, the epitome of Girard-Perregaux virtuosity.
The structure of the watch movement that appears to be suspended within the case has remained unchanged since the 1860s - earning it the name “Flying Bridges”.
BENEFITS THAT LIE BENEATH THE BARREL
The iconic Bridges collection embodies craftsmanship and design, realised as a complex interplay that makes the invisible visible. By paring back the movement, the main plate seems to disappear within the case.
The automatic movement itself features a micro-rotor beneath the barrel, granting the benefits of an improved power reserve of a minimum 60 hours, optimal winding, as well as an unobstructed view of the movement.
FROM TRADITIONAL TO MODERN BRIDGE DESIGN
Girard-Perregaux’s Three Flying Bridges present a modern take on tradition. The design of the Bridges, which started out as an arrow-ended shape, has evolved into a contemporary Neo-shape, inspired by the architectural marvels of the world’s metropoles.
Reference: 99296-21-3128-5GXLimited and numbered edition of 18 pieces World Price: CHF 159,100
Case & Dial Material: Grade 5 titanium Diameter: 44.00 mm Height: 15.52 mm Glass: sapphire anti-reflective crystal ‘box’ Case-back: sapphire crystal ‘box’ Dial: no dial–bridges in blue PVD Hands: Dauphine-type skeletonised and luminescent material Water resistance: 30metres (3 ATM) Movement Calibre Reference: GP09400-1988 Self-winding mechanical movement Diameter: 42.00 mm (18 3/4’’’) Height: 9.45 mm Frequency: 21,600 Vib/h – (3 Hz) Number of components: 260 Number of jewels: 27 Power reserve: min. 60 hours Functions: Tourbillon, hours, minutes, small seconds on the tourbillon Tourbillon Tourbillon cage composed of 79 components weighing only 0.250 grams Strap Material: alligator strap with rubber effect Buckle: Triple folding buckle, Grade 5 titanium
Exclusively at Bucherer
Tantalum: € 167,000(Edition of 18 pieces) -Sold out !
The Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges Ruby Heart unites Haute Horologerie with natural ruby heart. Inspired by the romantic union of Constant Girard and Marie Perregaux, the specification of this model includes an 18-carat pink gold case, measuring 38mm in diameter.
Encompassing numerous precious stones and refined finishing, this latest creation brims with passion and symbolises love.
Born out of love
The prestigious name, ‘Girard-Perregaux’ was born out of love. Constant Girard, the founder of Girard & Co., a firm based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, met Marie Perregaux, the daughter of an important watchmaker from nearby Le Locle. Clearly in love, the couple wed in 1854.
Two years later, their respective surnames were combined, leading to a new name joining the rarefied heights of Haute Horlogerie, ‘Girard-Perregaux’. Since then, the company has become known for creating timepieces that evoke emotions.
A wonderful expression of elegance
Girard-Perregaux is also synonymous with La Esmeralda (1889), a tourbillon pocket watch equipped with three gold bridges. With the advent of this model, the Maison treated the bridges not merely as functional parts but also as aesthetic elements. Over the years, the Three Gold Bridges have appeared on other Girard-Perregaux models and have become an indelible part of the company’s history.
Now, the company is pleased to unveil a new chapter in the brand’s story, the Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges Ruby Heart, a timepiece infused with a notable dose of elegance. As the name suggests, red hues abound, conveying a sense of passion.
Patrick Pruniaux, CEO of Girard-Perregaux, remarks, “With this latest model, we have celebrated the iconic Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges but refined it to allow for smaller proportions. At the start of the development process for this model, we looked to our past and were inspired by the romance between Constant Girard and Marie Perregaux. We chose to combine a tourbillon, a highly desirable complication, with ruby heart and other precious stones. In my opinion, the resultant timepiece is a wonderful expression of love.”
The dial is carved from ruby heart, a natural material formed within the centre of a zoisite stone. Carefully selected for its quality and appearance, the ruby heart is cut into thin plates, shaped and polished to the desired thickness. The resultant dial surface is rich in detail, accentuating the beauty of the Three Gold Bridges.
Click, to see the large size. ▶ BIG FOTOIn this instance, Girard-Perregaux has subtly reshaped the Three Gold Bridges, ensuring they optimally suit this creation. Each bridge is hand-finished and hand-polished, sitting in concert with the rest of the movement.
The three eponymous bridges sit beneath dauphine-type hour and minute hands. The upper bridge, located at 12 o’clock, straddles the barrel, itself adorned with a hand-engraved white gold disc, delivering eye-catching reflections and bestowing a shimmering allure.
Upholding Girard-Perregaux tradition, the tourbillon features a lyre-shaped tourbillon cage which, in this instance, is comprised of 79 components and weighs a mere 0.3g.
The low mass of the cage mitigates power consumption, contributing to the model’s impressive power-reserve of at least 50 hours. A blued steel hand is affixed to the tourbillon cage and serves as a small seconds display.
Once again, Girard-Perregaux demonstrates its no-compromise approach to watchmaking. Each part is polished, chamfered and carved out by hand to 1/100mm (the average diameter of a human hair) according to the finest traditions in watchmaking.
Formed of 18-carat pink gold, the case measures 38mm in diameter. The bezel and upper lug surfaces are adorned with 56 brilliant-cut diamonds ~1,25 cts. Moreover, the bezel is adorned with 18 brilliant-cut rubies ~0.36 ct which are positioned adjacent the red alligator strap.
The watch is affixed to the wrist with a folding buckle presented in pink gold and set with 18 brilliant-cut diamonds ~0.20 cts. The crown is fitted with a cabochon formed of polished ruby heart. This combination of precious stones provides a seemly accompaniment to this exemplar of Haute Horlogerie.
Dressed in red hues, the Tourbillon with ThreeGold Bridges Ruby Heart is ideally suited to incurable romantics seeking a paragon of refined watchmaking imbued with an extraordinary quotient of passion.
The Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges Ruby Heart is limited to 3 pieces and is immediately available via select authorised Girard-Perregaux retailers.
Limited Edition of 3pieces World priceCHF 178,800 / US $202.000 / 203'000 € Movement Reference: GP09600-1620 Self-winding mechanical movement Diameter: 32mm (141/4‘’’) Height: 6.87 mm Frequency: 21,600 Vib/h – (3Hz) Number of components: 283 Number of jewels: 31 Power reserve: min. 50 hours Tourbillon cage made of 79 components, weighing 0.3g Functions Tourbillon, hours, minutes, small seconds on the tourbillon Case & Dial Material: pink gold set with 💎56 brilliant-cut diamonds ~1.25 cts & 💎18 brilliant-cut rubies ~0.36 ct, crown set with one ruby heart cabochon Diameter: 38.00 mm Height: 11.35 mm Glass: sapphire anti-reflective Case-back: sapphire crystal Dial: ruby heart Hands: ‘Dauphine’ type Water resistance: 30metres (3 ATM) Strap & Buckle Material: red alligator Buckle: folding, pink gold set with 💎18 diamonds, ~0.20 ct The timepiece will be delivered with an additional complimentary black alligator strap
Born in La Chaux-de-Fonds, a city dedicated to watchmaking, the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges draws on the talents of the Maison’s craftspeople and watchmakers. The location of the Manufacture is optimised to harness light, a resource that has also influenced the design of this contemporary high complication, an ultra-refined expression of Haute Horlogerie. The skeletonised torso of this model masterfully plays with three dimensional shapes, conferring an aerial perspective of the eponymous three gold bridges that seemingly float in a light-filled case.
An abundance of light
La Chaux-de-Fonds, once described as a ‘huge factory town’, has been dedicated to watchmaking since the 18th century and is now a Unesco World Heritage site. In 1856, Girard-Perregaux opened its inaugural Manufacture in the city. Today, the company is still headquartered in the city with its Manufacture located on Rue Numa Droz.
After suffering a devastating fire in the 18th century, La Chaux-de-Fonds was rebuilt with the help of a local engineer, Charles-Henri Junod. Purposely designed for watchmaking, the wide streets are arranged in a grid, tiered against the hillside. The tall buildings incorporate large windows, designed to drink in light, illuminating the workbenches where fine timepieces are made. The city and the surrounding area continue to imbue each Girard-Perregaux timepiece with a distinctive character, much loved by watch aficionados.
The location of the manufacture is optimised to harness light, a resource that has also influenced the design of this contemporary high complication, an ultra-refined expression of haute horlogerie. The skeletonised torso of this model masterfully plays with three dimensional shapes, conferring an aerial perspective of the eponymous three gold bridges that seemingly float in a light-filled case.
New, yet familiar
During the 1860s, Constant Girard began sketching ideas for a new
pocket watch equipped with three bridges. He redefined the role of a
bridge from being merely a structural movement component to an aesthetic
feature as well. When, in 1867, he unveiled a pocket tourbillon watch,
endowed with three parallel nickel silver bridges, he introduced to
watchmaking a new design philosophy, embracing both shapes and depths.
Later, in 1889, the specification of the bridges was elevated to using
noble metal with the release of the famous Tourbillon with Three Gold
Bridges; widely considered one of the oldest mechanical signatures in
watchmaking.
In 2021, the manufacture released an avant-garde timepiece, the
Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges, an expression of haute horlogerie
that artfully harnesses natural light. Crafted in the company’s Grand
Complications Atelier and inspired by the famous pocket watch of 1889,
this contemporary creation featured an ingenious movement construction.
Beyond functionality
Eschewing a conventional mainplate, the eponymous bridges not only
support the geartrain, barrel and tourbillon, but also provide the
essential structural integrity for the remainder of the movement.
Appearing to float mid-air, the bridges are braced by neat, openworked
plinths that project from the interior wall of the case. Due to the
absence of a conventional dial, the indexes are affixed to the case,
fulfilling a functional role while preserving the airy appearance of the
watch’s interior.
Subscribing to a philosophy of continuous improvement, the maison has
recently revisited the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges and made
several improvements to its specification.
One of the updates for 2024 relates to the indexes which are a new
design and include twin batons at noon. The sapphire crystals,
positioned front and rear, remain ‘box’ style but are now more curved
and, when viewed from the side, appear more symmetrical. A larger crown,
endowed with a rounder shape, proves easier to manipulate, while the
overall design of the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges has been
refined to incorporate smoother contours.
By shortening the lugs and making the middle of the case rounder, the
manufacture’s design team has improved wearer comfort, something that
will be especially noticeable to individuals with slimmer wrists.
The updated Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges also incorporates
some minute changes that may go unnoticed by non-experts. For instance,
the hour and minute hands are now satin-finished and incorporate
additional Super-LumiNova, augmenting readability in dim light. The
watch comes supplied with two straps, a new fabric effect strap, first
seen on last year’s groundbreaking Neo Constant Escapement, and an
additional black alligator strap enhanced with a gold effect.
Some things never change
While the manufacture has revisited the Tourbillon with Three Flying
Bridges, first released in 2021, and made subtle improvements, some
things remain unchanged. The three gold bridges positioned to the front
of the watch remain dressed in black. Girard-Perregaux, a brand known
for its nuanced approach to design, presents the trio of gold bridges in
a contemporary format.
The upper and lower surfaces of the pink gold
bridges are dressed in black PVD, while the chamfered edges eschew black
coating, revealing a discreet sliver of gleaming pink gold. The
flawless execution and notable gleam of each bevelled edge is the
product of time-served hands using a small piece of boxwood to achieve
the perfect polish; in total, two days of work are required to fully
finish the set of three gold Bridges.
Case & Dial Material: Pink gold Diameter: 44.00 mm Height: 15.35 mm Glass: sapphire anti-reflective crystal ‘box’ Case-back: sapphire crystal ‘box’ Dial: no dial–bridges ring displaying pink gold indexes with luminescent material (blue emission) Hands: pink gold, skeletonised, ‘dauphine’ type with luminescent material (blue emission) Water resistance: 30metres (3 ATM) Movement Calibre Reference: GP09400-1273 Self-winding mechanical movement Diameter: 42.00 mm (18 3/4’’’) Height: 9.45 mm Frequency: 21,600 Vib/h – (3 Hz) Number of components: 260 Number of jewels: 27 Power reserve: min. 60 hours Functions: Tourbillon, hours, minutes, small seconds on the tourbillon Tourbillon Tourbillon cage composed of 79 components weighing only 0.250 grams Strap Material: black rubber strap with a fabric effect Buckle: pink gold triple folding buckle The timepiece will be delivered with a complimentary black alligator strap with golden effect
1 June 2021, La Chaux-de-Fonds: The first timepiece borne of the recently announced partnership between Girard-Perregaux and Aston Martin has been revealed. The Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges - Aston Martin Edition unites the watchmaking expertise of Cirard- Perregaux with Aston Martin's unigue knowledge of luxury and performance.
Both brands demonstrate a passion for refined craftsmanship and have been working together, sharing their understanding of design, materials and technology. This latest model celebrates the iconic Three Bridges pocket watch from the 19th century in a decidedly contemporary way, down to the smallest details, including the strap.
The latter is a world premiere, presented in black calf leather and
featuring Girard-Perregaux Rubber Alloy, an innovative rubber insert
injected with white gold. The design of the strap is intended to evoke
thoughts of Aston Martin racing cars of the past.
Upholding Girard-Perregaux tradition, this model skilfully plays with proportions and shapes much to the delight of aesthetes.
The 44 millimetre case of the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges - Aston Martin Edition is formed of Grade 5 titanium, a strong, hypoallergenic alloy selected by Aston Martin for its lightweight properties. It is suffused with black DLC, bestowing the watch with a stealthy appearance. Interestingly, titanium ore was discovered in Great Britain, the home of Aston Martin, back in 1791 by an English clergyman, William Gregor, in the same year Girard-Perregaux was founded.
A sapphire crystal 'box' is positioned front of house, as well as to the rear, coaxing light to illuminate the case interior, thereby augmenting readability. The movement eschews a mainplate, sitting between both panes of sapphire crystal and seemingly floating in mid-air.
Three bridges, an iconic signature of Girard-Perregaux, span the dial and are formed of titanium with black PVD treatment and polished angles. The design endows the timepiece with an airy appearance, affording breathtaking views of movement components ordinarily hidden from view.
While Girard-Perregaux has a long history of making the invisible visible, in this instance it has ventured off-piste, creating a watch whose movement appears to levitate within the case. This is achieved by paring back the movement, causing the mainplate to seemingly disappear within the case, thereby creating the illusion of the movement flying within the case. It was this particular characteristic that led to the term ‘Flying Bridges'.
The cage of the tourbillon, positioned in the lower portion of the dial, is 'lyre-shaped', a characteristic found on all the company's tourbillons dating back to the 19th century. A blued hand affixed to the cage imparts the running seconds. The tourbillon cage, measuring a mere 10mm in diameter, is composed of 79 components which collectively weigh only 0.25 grams. This remarkably low figure helps mitigate energy consumption.
The barrel, positioned at 12 o'clock, is openworked, affording partial views of the mainspring. A white gold micro-rotor, positioned beneath the barrel, energises the mainspring and, unlike most automatic watches, it grants unobstructed views of the movement. The car company's name is engraved on the vertical flank of the micro-rotor and is filled with white luminescent treatment which appears blue in restricted light. Likewise, the indexes and hands are also treated with white luminescent treatment and, once again, emit a blue glow in dim light.
Patrick Pruniaux, CEO of Girard-Perregaux, said, "We are delighted to partner with Aston Martin, entrusting their team with arguably our most iconic timepiece, delivering a fresh perspective on Haute Horlogerie. Rarely do we work with others to reinterpret the Three Bridges, however, on this occasion, we have made an exception, mindful of Aston Martin's prowess for design.
"When viewing the design of an Aston Martin, you will note the firm's distinctive front grille, first seen on the DB Mark III of the late 50s. Likewise, the scoops and side strakes found on the company's modern-day models are functional elements, intended to improve airflow while enriching the overall appearance of each car."
"At Girard-Perregaux we share a similar philosophy. For example, when the Maison released the nowlegendary Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges in 1867, it transformed three functional elements into attractive aesthetic features and demonstrated an approach that we continue to employ today. Finally, this latest partnership provides a fascinating chapter in Girard-Perregaux's 230-year history." Marek Reichman, Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, adds: "The greatest of the challenges we faced with the design of this new timepiece was that of scale, as one can imagine. We had to consider lines and proportion on a far smaller measure than we are used to in the realm of automotive design. That said, good design is good design, so whether it is a watch or a car, the principles remain the same. I'm delighted with the finished watch and congratulate everyone who worked on this project as this collaboration has produced a timepiece of great beauty.”
The Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges - Aston Martin Edition, a limited edition of 18 pieces, is immediately available worldwide in all authorised Girard-Perregaux retailers.
================== Girard-Perregaux is part of the Kering Group, a world leader in luxury apparel. Girard-Perregaux Press Contact Meera Anand Head of Public Relations E-Mail: meera.anand@airard-perreaaux.com Mobile: +4119 420 7789
=================== About Aston Martin Lagonda Aston Martin Lagonda is a luxury automotive group focused on the creation of exclusive cars and SUVs. The iconic Aston Martin brand fuses the latest technology, exceptional hand craftsmanship and timeless design to produce models including the Vantage, DB11, DBS Superleggera and the new SUV, DBX. Based in Gaydon, England, Aston Martin Lagonda designs, creates and exports cars which are sold in 51 countries around the world. Lagonda was founded in 1899 and Aston Martin in 1913. The two brands came together in 1947 when both were purchased by the late Sir David Brown.
www.astonmartin.com/media Aston Martin Lagonda Press Contacts Kevin Watters Director of Communications E-Mail: kevin.watters@astonmartin.com Mobile: +44 (0)7764 386683 Raphaele Loheac-Derboulle Press Officer, Lifestyle Communications E-Mail: raphaele.loheoc@ostonmartin.com Mobile: +44 (0)7801 265126
Reference: 99296-21-001-BA6ALimited and numbered edition of 18 pieces World Price: CHF 129,100
Case & Dial
Material: Grade 5 titanium with black DLC treatment Diameter: 44.00 mm Height: 15.52 mm Glass: sapphire anti-reflective crystal ‘box’ Case-back: sapphire crystal ‘box’ Dial: no dial–bridges in black PVD Hands: Dauphine-type skeletonised, solid gold with ‘black-or” treatment and luminescent material Water resistance: 30metres (3 ATM)
Movement Calibre Reference: GP09400-1683 Self-winding mechanical movement Diameter: 42.00 mm (18 3/4’’’) Height: 9.45 mm Frequency: 21,600 Vib/h – (3 Hz) Number of components: 260 Number of jewels: 27 Power reserve: min. 60 hours Functions: Tourbillon, hours, minutes, small seconds on the tourbillon Tourbillon Tourbillon cage composed of 79 components weighing only 0.250 grams
Strap Material: alligator strap with rubber effect Buckle: Triple folding buckle, Grade 5 titanium with black DLC treatment The timepiece will be delivered with an additional black calf leather strap with Rubber Alloy (injected white gold on rubber) insert, a material world premiere.
