The Gentleman Magazine Issue 20 | April 2020 | Page 11

THE NEW LAUREATO ABSOLUTE LIGHT
AUDACIOUSLY LIGHT DESIGN WITH SAPPHIRE AND TITANIUM
The Laureato Absolute collection – first revealed at the 2019
Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie - was launched in
the spirit of re-inventing our icons. The Laureato Absolute
Light – exclusively available in just 88 pieces – is the latest
audacious expression of this collection.
Blending aesthetics and functionality, this new edition
transforms technical components into distinctive design
elements. For the first time, the mainplate is octagonal and
screwed together with the bezel, case and case-back on the
eight angles of the octagon, highlighting its iconic shape.
The Laureato Absolute Light reveals the art in precision
engineering – all in the shape of an octagon in a 44mm case of
sapphire and titanium. Its crystalline sapphire case allows for a
stunning transparent view of the movement from all sides with
a perfect light reflection on its mat and polished surfaces.
At the heart of the crystal-clear case beats a reworked
interpretation of the skeletonized GP01800 movement. The
bold anthracite NAC-treated bridges and mainplate feature no
less than four different finishes.
The distinctive shape of the oscillating weight in hollowed-
out gold ensures the movement is clearly visible in Girard-
Perregaux’s signature style. The black NAC-treated ring has
12 curved sections between mirror-polished triangles to act as
hour-markers.
For an extra touch of modernity, the rubber strap seamlessly
integrates into the watch as if it were made of a single piece.
The micro-adjustment system on the buckle ensures ultimate
wearing comfort as part of the supple, but highly resistant
rubber strap.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Laureato Absolute Light
Limited to 88 pieces
Reference: 81071-43-231-FB6A
Case
Material: sapphire and titanium
Diameter: 44.00 mm
Height: 11.56 mm
Glass: anti-reflective sapphire
Case-back: anti-reflective sapphire crystal, engraved “Limited
Edition of 88”
Dial: 3D ring with polished triangular indexes
Hands: skeletonized with luminescent material
Water resistance: 30 meters (3 ATM)
Movement
Reference: GP01800-1143
Self-winding mechanical movement
Diameter: 30.00 mm (131/4’’’)
Height: 4.16 mm
Frequency: 28,800 Vib/h – (4 Hz)
Number of components: 172
Number of jewels: 25
Power reserve: min. 54 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Bracelet
Material: black rubber with a fabric effect, black stitching
Buckle: titanium, folding with micro-adjustment system
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