About the Girard-Perregaux Laureato
Originally introduced in 1975, the Girard-Perregaux Laureato was conceived as a refined response to the integrated-bracelet sports watch movement that was reshaping the luxury watch industry in that era. Its octagonal bezel — echoing architectural and geometric design sensibilities — became the collection's most recognizable hallmark, seamlessly integrated into a bracelet that flows from the case in a single unbroken line. The Laureato was revived and significantly expanded in recent decades, with Girard-Perregaux developing the line across multiple case materials, sizes, and complications that showcase the manufacture's full technical range. Today the collection stands as one of the most compelling integrated-bracelet offerings in Swiss watchmaking, balancing sporting proportions with genuine horological depth.
What to Look For
Buyers choosing between Laureato references should consider case material and size first: the 38mm references such as the steel sage green dial model offer a more understated, versatile wear, while 42mm references in white gold, ceramic, rose gold, or titanium make a bolder statement and house more complex movements including skeleton and tourbillon executions. Skeleton references — including the stainless steel 81015-11-001-11A, rose gold 81015-52-002-52A, and ceramic 81015-32-001-32A — display the movement architecture through the dial and command premium interest, while the Chronograph TI49 in titanium adds a practical complication in a lightweight, contemporary material. Precious-metal and complication-heavy pieces such as the Flying Tourbillon in rose gold represent the pinnacle of the line and tend to hold and appreciate value most strongly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Girard-Perregaux Laureato watches a good investment?
The Laureato occupies a strong position in the integrated-bracelet sports watch segment alongside more widely publicized rivals, and its combination of genuine manufacture movements, precious-metal availability, and limited skeleton and tourbillon references supports solid long-term value. Pieces in rose gold, ceramic, and with complications such as the flying tourbillon have historically attracted the strongest collector interest. Buying an authenticated example from a reputable dealer like Bizak and Co. ensures provenance is documented from day one.
What is the difference between the 38mm and 42mm Laureato?
The 38mm Laureato, such as the steel model with the sage green dial, is proportioned for a more classic, wrist-friendly fit and tends to appeal to buyers seeking an elegant daily watch, while the 42mm case is the more prevalent size across skeleton, white gold, ceramic, titanium, and complication variants. Both sizes share the octagonal bezel and integrated bracelet design that define the collection. Your choice will depend on wrist size, intended use, and whether complications or skeletonization are priorities.
Do the Girard-Perregaux Laureato skeleton models come with box and papers?
New Girard-Perregaux Laureato skeleton references listed as brand new, including the stainless steel 81015-11-001-11A, rose gold 81015-52-002-52A, ceramic 81015-32-001-32A, and the Earth to Sky 81015-32-176032A, are supplied complete with manufacturer box and papers. Pre-owned pieces in this collection are individually verified for authenticity before listing. Bizak and Co. provides documentation details for each specific reference — contact us for the complete package information on any watch.
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