Introducing New Girard-Perregaux Neo Bridges Aston Martin Edition

In 2021, Girard-Perregaux, the renowned Swiss watch manufacturer joined forces with the iconic British brand Aston Martin, famous for its high-performance automobiles. This collaboration has not only given birth to exceptional timepieces but has also pushed the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of watchmaking. Now, they unveil their fifth co-branded creation, the Neo Bridges Aston Martin Edition, a watch that shares passion for precision and performance design from both brands.

The Neo Bridges Aston Martin Edition is the latest addition to Girard-Perregaux's Bridges collection after the Neo Constant Escapement, which has long been a part of the company's heritage. The new watch traces its roots back to 1867 when Constant Girard envisioned a pocket watch with three parallel bridges. These bridges, originally essential components of a movement's structure, became iconic design elements. The Neo Bridges Aston Martin Edition continues this tradition, uniting exceptional styling with contemporary materials and design.

The lightweight case, made of titanium with a black DLC coating, measures 45 mm in diameter, and a 12.18 mm in thickness. The watch is crowned by a 'box' shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, ensuring optimal readability in various lighting conditions. The case-back is made of sapphire crystal as well, and adorned with a white Aston Martin logo decal. 

The dial is designed with a ring that displays suspended indexes, each infused with luminescent material emitting a captivating green glow in low-light settings. The timepiece incorporates a barrel, positioned at 1:30, that is supported by a black openworked bridge and features a micro-rotor, allowing the watch to be automatic and harness energy from the wearer's wrist motion. The micro-rotor is engraved with Aston Martin's name, mirroring the design of brakes behind Aston Martin DB12's wheels. Color plays a pivotal role in accentuating the watch's design. Brushed grays, green bridges, vibrant rubies, brooding blacks, and silver-colored wheels, the Aston Martin Green Neo Bridges reveal different tones as they interact with light. The skeletonized 'baton' type hands also feature the same luminescent material, further enhancing readability. 

The watch reveals its inverted movement, the Calibre GP0840000-2164, which relocates components usually hidden at the rear to the front. This self-winding mechanical movement showcases the fusion of precision and craftsmanship. Operating at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz), it boasts a total of 208 components. This movement ensures a minimum power reserve of 48 hours, providing both reliability and performance to accompany the watch's design and functionality. It comes with a strap made from black rubber with a subtle fabric effect, and contrasting green stitches, enhancing its overall appeal. Securing the watch to the wrist is a titanium DLC triple folding buckle. The watch is limited to 250 pieces and priced at CHF 36,000 which is equivalent to AED 150,000.

For more information please visit Girard Perregaux’s official website.