The present exceptional triple-axis tourbillon watch is number 1 of a limited edition of only 5 pieces made in white gold.

Girard-Perregaux has since the 19th century always been at the forefront of tourbillon technology, the company is of course world-famous famous for its distinctive patented Three Golden Bridges Tourbillon. The triple-axis tourbillon is one of the marvels of haute horology, far more than just a beautiful and mesmerizing mechanical work of art, it is a triumph at the highest level of watchmaking craftsmanship coupled with extraordinary technical knowhow.

The triple axis tourbillon is displayed to wonderful efect in the present watch. To allow enough space for the multiple rotations, Girard-Perregaux has designed a special domed lens in the sapphire crystal above the mechanism. To display the tourbillon to maximum efect and from as many angles as possible, a further crystal window on the side of the case is ftted below the 9 o’clock position, the crystal case back enables viewing from behind. The tourbillon mechanism has three independent axes of rotation, each axis supports a carriage rotating at a diferent speed, an inner lyre-shaped carriage houses the balance and makes one rotation per minute, this inner carriage is ftted into a cage on an axis which revolves once every 30 seconds, finally the outer carriage encompasses both rotations and turns on its own axis once every 2 minutes. The tourbillon is made from a mixture of materials including steel, titanium and gold, it comprises of 140 components, weighs 1.24 grams and occupies a space measuring 13.78mm.

In common with all tourbillon watches, the present watch is descended from Breguet’s original invention patented in 1801 to cancel out the negative effects of gravity to gain improvements in timekeeping. However, it was not until the British horologist Anthony G. Randall added a second axis to a tourbillon for use in carriage clocks in the 1977 that multiple axis tourbillons came into being. The triple axis tourbillon itself is based on the study of the work of Richard Good who developed his mechanisms again for use in clocks
in the 1980s.

This superb and visually impressive masterpiece of the watchmaker’s art will appeal to all who appreciate mechanical intricacies.

ψ Please note the endangered species strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, this watch will be supplied to the buyer with a non CITES strap (not shown). For further information please refer to the Conditions of Sale.