In 1966, Girard-Perregaux received the Neuchâtel Observatory’s Centenary Prize in recognition of its developments in research and precision. The Girard-Perregaux 1966 Collection pays homage to the brand’s innovative spirit and illustrates its creative freedom, a combination of watchmaking excellence and style.

The 1966 has become an icon for the brand, and this year Girard-Perregaux introduces a new design for its classic 1966 Annual Calendar and Equation of Time. This special complicated wristwatch features a sunray-brushed ruthenium dial, enhanced by baton-type applied hour markers and leaf shaped hands. Powered by the GP033M0 movement, which is made up of 287 parts, this timepiece is entirely developed and produced by the Girard-Perregaux Manufacture.

The timepiece presents delicate decorations crafted with respect for the strictest watchmaking traditions—flat surfaces are circular-grained, sunray-brushed or decorated with Côtes de Genève, while sharp edges are chamfered then polished, as are the flat-head screws.

“A very long-term commitment in creating high-end sophisticated mechanical timepieces is one of the hallmarks of Girard-Perregaux’s success,” says Stefano Macaluso, president. “Because the demand for our timepieces is very strong, the big challenge is to increase our production, while keeping the high level of quality and exclusivity.”

1966 ANNUAL CALENDAR AND EQUATION OF TIME, 1966 SMALL SECOND

Source: Europa Star December - January 2012 Magazine Issue