The Girard-Perregaux Laureato 38 MM series introduces two elegantly designed watches, the Sage Green and Midnight Blue, both showcasing the essence of timeless design with a modern twist, distinguished by their unique color palettes and premium craftsmanship. These models are a nod to the original Laureato design principles established in 1975, emphasizing aesthetic balance and cohesive design within a more compact 38 mm stainless steel case.
Laureato 38 MM Sage Green
Case and Bracelet: Both are crafted from polished and satin-finished steel, maintaining a luxurious yet durable façade. The case measures 38.00 mm in diameter and 10.02 mm in height.
Crystal: Features an anti-reflective sapphire crystal on the front and a sapphire crystal case-back, offering durability and clear visibility of the intricate details inside.
Dial: Displays a ‘Clous de Paris’ pattern in sage green, featuring a gold-plated GP logo. It is adorned with ‘baton’ type rhodium-plated indexes with luminescent material for green emission.
Hands: Includes rhodium-plated hours and minutes hands, also with luminescent material. The central second hand is gold-plated, adding to the dial’s elegance.
Water Resistance: Equipped to withstand water depths up to 100 meters (10 ATM), making it suitable for swimming and showering.
Laureato 38 MM Midnight Blue
Case and Bracelet: Made from polished and satin-finished steel, harmonizing with the sophisticated midnight blue aesthetic. It also measures 38.00 mm in diameter and 10.02 mm in height.
Crystal: The watch features an anti-reflective sapphire crystal paired with a sapphire crystal case-back, ensuring protection and transparency.
Dial: Has a midnight blue ‘Clous de Paris’ patterned dial with a rhodium-plated GP logo. The ‘baton’ type rhodium-plated indexes are coated with luminescent material for enhanced visibility in the dark.
Hands: Rhodium-plated hours and minutes hands are supplemented with luminescent material. The central second hand is also rhodium-plated, enhancing the watch’s cohesive appearance.
Water Resistance: As with its counterpart, this model is water-resistant up to 100 meters (10 ATM), allowing for similar versatile use in aquatic environments.
Movement (common to both models)
Both watches are powered by the self-winding mechanical Girard-Perregaux GP03300 calibre, ensuring reliable timekeeping. This in-house movement features a pink gold oscillating weight with a circular Côtes de Genève motif, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Key specifications of the movement include a diameter of 25.95 mm (111/2’’’), height of 3.36 mm, frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), a power reserve of at least 46 hours, and functions that include hours, minutes, central second, and date.
Both the Sage Green and Midnight Blue versions become emblematic of Girard-Perregaux‘s holistic design approach, seamlessly blending form, function, and aesthetic appeal. They offer a timeless piece with housing and bracelet styles that highlight the brand’s exquisite attention to detail and design innovation that has been part of its ethos since its inception. These refined yet robust timepieces are suitable for both male and female wrists, embracing versatility with an understated elegance that resonates with watch aficionados worldwide.
