Heures et minutes décentrées

VINTAGE 1945

Off-centered hour and minute

Its original elegance sets it apart from the crowd. The Vintage 1945 Off-centered hour and minute combines classic aesthetic codes with an all-new display. On its enamel dial, the arrangement of the functions forms an unusual composition, with perfect readability.

The sober yet surprising latest Vintage 1945 model exhibits an offset hour and minute display, freeing space for the small second, date and power reserve indicators. In this way the functions form a delicate composition, giving this timepiece a unique character. This uncommon leaning is tempered by the use of traditional elements: "chemin de fer" style minuterie, Roman numerals and blued steel "leaf shaped" hands that run round the “grand feu” enamel dial.

The dial is completely hand-made by experts at the peak of their art. This particularly radiant result, with its subtle reflections, is achieved through a long succession of steps. Mastery and patience are essential to achieve a single, unique piece: the application of a fine layer of enamel powder on the plate needs to be extremely regular for as homogeneous a surface as possible, with the firing monitored attentively, as a few seconds too many or too few may irreparably alter the creation. The enameller must then repeat these same steps to set three successive layers. Once the plate has cooled, the numerals and other indications are applied to the dial, with a mixture of enamel powder. Then it is fired again to permanently set the elements. For centuries, passionate and meticulous craftsmen have reproduced these traditional actions, instilling subtle nuances into the dials.

Building a bridge between watchmaking tradition and modern creativity, the Vintage 1945 Off-centered hour and minute is the mirror of Girard-Perregaux's philosophy, combining traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge techniques. Based on a strong, elegant historical authenticity, the creation also benefits from the latest developments. It is equipped with a Girard-Perregaux Manufacture automatic winding movement. Its sapphire case-back reveals the beauty of the mechanism for contemplation. The harmoniously curved white gold case, with its respectable thirty- six by thirty-seven millimetre dimensions, stands out on the wrist. An alligator strap makes a harmonious dressing to the piece. With its original time reading approach, this model reveals a new face of the Vintage 1945 collection, Girard-Perregaux's iconic range.