GP Girard-Perregaux releases two new Bridges Quasar Light watches. This series is known for its “extreme transparency.” As a modern interpretation of “advanced watchmaking” techniques, the new Quasar Light three-gold bridge tourbillon watch pays tribute to the three arrow-shaped bridge design patented by the brand 140 years ago and became the brand’s signature. It uses a unique sapphire crystal glass bridge and sapphire crystal glass case to show its fashionable style.
In 1860, the epic begins.
In 1860, watchmaker Constant Girard, known for his precision pocket replica watches, created a movement with three parallel bridges. Seven years later, he created a pocket watch with a movement with three parallel bridges made of nickel silver, transforming these bridges from purely functional components into an aesthetic element that won him the Observatory of Neuchâtel in Switzerland’s Neuchâtel Observatory) first prize.
Constant Gerard was a visionary. He went to the United States to apply for a patent for the design of the three-arrow-shaped bridge movement, which was granted on March 25, 1884. Girard-Perregaux released the new Quasar Light Three Gold Bridge Tourbillon watch to celebrate the 140th anniversary of this important milestone. This epoch-making masterpiece also fully embodies the brand’s watchmaking philosophy of celebrating history while wholeheartedly embracing the future.
As one of the oldest iconic mechanical components in fine watchmaking, the bridge has continued to evolve over the years, appearing in a variety of different materials and finishes, becoming more personalized and modern. The Quasar Light three-gold bridge tourbillon watch adopts the Neo Bridge’s new bridge design. The three bridges are made of sapphire crystal glass.
Aptly named
A quasar is a celestial body that can emit highly bright light. “Quasar,” synonymous with “energy,” is used to name a very creative watch. It is based not only on the exquisite design of the watch but also on its unparalleled wearing experience.
Girard-Perregaux released the first Quasar Light watch for the first time in 2020, using sapphire crystal glass made in Switzerland to create a transparent case. In addition, under the sapphire crystal glass box are three straightforward and transparent Neo bridges, allowing light to freely penetrate every detail of the movement, perfectly interpreting the exquisite and highly transparent design concept. After the launch of this well-received Quasar Light watch, GP Girard-Perregaux has successively released other styles in different colors, all inheriting the crystal-evident characteristics of the first Quasar Light watch. Tag Heuer replica watches.
Tourbillon: counteracting gravity
In 2024, Girard-Perregaux will open another exciting chapter with two new Quasar Light three-gold bridge tourbillon watches. Both watches use the same transparent case and bridge design as the 2020 model while incorporating clever changes.
Through the transparent case and bridge, the tourbillon device that can offset the earth’s gravity almost floats on the transparent background. Its one-minute rotation is vivid on the wrist. A small blue steel second hand is above the harp-shaped tourbillon frame. Together, they perform light, elegant, exquisite, and extraordinary advanced watchmaking skills every second.
Exquisite watch case, complex craftsmanship
The manufacturing process of the Quasar Light Three Gold Bridge Tourbillon watch case is complex and time-consuming, requiring more than 200 hours and hundreds of processes, so the output is low. The resulting watch case is crystal clear and gleaming, displaying many details of the originally built-in components.
New outlook for 2024
The barrel of this watch adopts a hollow design, which improves the overall transparency of the watch and vividly displays the various states of the mainspring. The Quasar Light Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges features a gray barrel and dauphine-style hour and minute hands with gray luminous material. The Quasar Light Three Gold Bridge Tourbillon Watch (limited edition) uses a burgundy barrel, and the hour and minute hands are also made of burgundy luminous material. It is limited to 8 pieces. Both watches have a fabric-effect rubber strap and a grade 5 titanium three-fold buckle.
The new Quasar Light Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges combines cutting-edge design and transparency with Girard-Perregaux’s extraordinary watchmaking skills and expertise. The watch is equipped with Neo bridges, which are modern and fashionable. It also pays tribute to the classic design of the three arrow-shaped bridges patented by the brand in 1884, which has become popular worldwide, presenting a unique retro aesthetic style.
The Quasar Light Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges will be available at Girard-Perregaux retailers worldwide starting in March 2024.