Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Ti 230

A Remarkable Year

Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Ti 230

“This model is modern but contains traditional know-how. The sandwich construction of the dial and GP’s Rubber Alloy strap, a world first, this time incorporating titanium, are other sumptuous details revealed by this watch.“

— Patrick Pruniaux CEO of Girard-Perregaux

WHY IS IT CALLED LAUREATO ABSOLUTE TI 230?

This year marks the 230th anniversary of Girard-Perregaux. On this occasion, the Manufacture is revisiting its iconic models and unveiling new creations.

Also in 1791, a quite remarkable year, an English clergyman, William Gregor, discovered in Cornwall a black sand called manaccanite. He analyzes it and deduces that it contains iron oxides as well as an unknown metal. This metal is then identified as titanium, an element named after the Titans, the children of Uranus and Gaia in Greek mythology. Nowadays, titanium is commonly used and appreciated for its many advantages, in watchmaking but also in aeronautics, medicine and motorsport.

The Laureato Absolute Ti 230 brings together the two destinies of Girard-Perregaux and William Gregor and is based on a know-how of more than 230 years.

HOW IS TITANIUM INTEGRATED IN THE NEW LAUREATO ABSOLUTE TI 230?

Combining a sandblasted and polished titanium case with a graduated dial, the Laureato Absolute Ti 230 plays more than ever with light. Its assertive look is completed by a fabric-effect strap made of exclusive Rubber Alloy, an innovative material combining rubber and metal powder.

An exclusive material that perfectly matches the daring temperament of the Laureato Absolute, providing flexibility and high-level technological know-how.

When it comes out of the mold, the Rubber Alloy bracelet is smoothed by hand to guarantee visual perfection and wearing comfort.

The stitching of the strap brings the final aesthetic touch and allows the colors to be contrasted or matched with the components of the watch.