Neo Constant Escapement Pink Gold
At the vanguard of Haute Horlogerie since 1791
Housed in a sumptuous 45 mm case formed of pink gold, this reference exudes preciousness and refinement from every angle. This modern-day creation wholeheartedly embraces the future. Beneath the pink gold Neo bridges at the base of the dial, the balance wheel can be seen rotating back and forth. The silicium blade, executed in a vivid purple hue, is a mere 14 microns wide, while the escapement spring is just 120 microns thick (a human hair is 50 – 90 microns in thickness). These incalculable numbers serve to demonstrate the tolerances the Manufacture works to every day.
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The Calibre GP09200
The silicium escapement spring, with an ultra-fine buckling blade at its centre, is made in a laboratory setting using a technique called ‘photolithography’. This elaborate process has allowed Girard-Perregaux to create intricately shaped components not achievable using traditional milling or stamping techniques. In this instance, Girard-Perregaux has exploited the high elasticity of silicium, the only material that allows the blade to repeatedly buckle and, in so doing, serve the balance with a constant force. The design of the Neo Constant Escapement allows the wearer to see partial views of the motion works, a theme of disclosure that extends to the escapement spring, the balance, the escape wheels, etc. In this instance, the escape wheels are supported by two independent bridges, presented in a stealthy-shade of black, each held in position with a gleaming screw. The design of the bridges was inspired by the famous bridges of the 19th century, but now executed in a modern style. Located underneath, a separate Neo bridge spans the base of the dial and supports the balance wheel. Purists will note the symmetrical design of the dial also extends to the verso view of the movement with twin barrels at the top and two Neo Bridges at the base. A linear power reserve indicator, positioned at 9 o’clock, reveals how much energy is held within the twin barrels. The movement, the Calibre GP09200, has a linear power supply of at least 7 days.
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