Girard-Perregaux Free Bridge

Free Bridge - a fresh interpretation of a Girard-Perregaux icon A perfect link between past and future with design and material innovation Open work dial revealing the movement within Driven by the in-house calibre GP01800-1170 automatic movement Distinctive arrow-shaped Neo bridge spanning the dial EMBRACING THE FUTURE Since the very beginning, Girard Perregaux has sought to turn the world of watchmaking upside down to reveal the art in precision engineering. From their groundbreaking tourbillon ‘With Three Gold Bridges’ - an audacious 1860 creation that elevated a purely technical element into an integral part of the design - Girard- Perregaux has been playfully disrupting the horological world. The Free Bridge takes this iconic design cue and creates a captivating, high-tech timepiece The bridge here is re-interpreted as an aerial, open and liberated feature, while retaining the crucial DNA of the manufacturer and its bold tradition of making the invisible visible. BOLD DESIGN Sitting proudly in a 44mm stainless steel case, this contemporary timepiece presents a sapphire crystal case back, which provides a glimpse at the intricate mechanical wonders within. The stunning open work dial reveals the workings of the movement and features the arrow-shaped Free Bridge, honouring the strong DNA of the Bridges collection. The master watchmakers of Girard-Perrgaux have reinterpreted the stunning GP01800 in-house movement, adding a dose of cutting-edge technology, including the use of silicon for the escapement and parts of the balance wheel. Secured with a unique calf leather strap with fabric texture, complete with a triple folding steel buckle, this beautiful timepiece contains a 54-hour power reserve and water resistance to 3 bar (30 metres).