Girard-Perregaux celebrates the Laureato’s 50th anniversary with a new model

The Laureato FIFTY debuts the brand’s all-new in-house state-of-the-art Calibre GP4800.

October 9, 2025

Girard-Perregaux celebrates the Laureato’s 50th anniversary with a new model

Girard-Perregaux celebrates the 50^th anniversary of its iconic Laureato collection by unveiling the Laureato FIFTY. Its standout features are a sunray grey “Clous de Paris” dial housed in a 3N yellow gold and steel case and integrated bracelet, powered by their all-new in-house Calibre GP4800. It is a limited edition of 200 pieces.

**Image:** Vintage Girard-Perregaux Laureato advertisements.

“Fifty years ago, Girard-Perregaux unveiled the Laureato, a watch that would mark one of the major chapters in the history of contemporary watchmaking. Entirely designed, developed and produced in-house, it entered the world of elegant sports watches with integrated bracelets and a chronometer-certified manufacture quartz movement. In this anniversary year, the brand is celebrating its half-century with a limited edition of 200: the Laureato FIFTY. With features that make it the quintessential Laureato, it pays vibrant tribute to the past while projecting Girard-Perregaux into the future.”

Key Features

Functions and Operation

Central hours, minutes, and seconds with a stop-seconds function. Date at 3 o’clock. Crown at 3 o’clock for winding, time-and date setting.

Dial

Sunray grey dial with a “Clous de Paris” pattern. Baton-shaped hour and minute hands are made from 3N gold-plated pink gold and coated with luminescent material (white emission). Central second hand is 3N gold-plated. Baton-shaped hour-marker are made from 3N gold-plated pink gold and coated with luminescent material (white emission).

Movement

Powered by Calibre GP4800, an automatic movement that drives the hours, minutes, seconds with a stop-seconds function, and date. Diameter: 25.60 mm or 11 ½ lignes. Thickness: 4.28 mm. Parts: 163. Jewels: 19. Frequency: 28,800 vph or 4 Hz. Power reserve: 55 hours (minimum).

**Image:** Another image of Calibre GP4800. Notice “Silicium Escapement” engraved on the top. (The rotor in this image is not made from 3N yellow gold. This image is from the brand’s press release when they launched this calibre late last month.)

Movement features: Silicon escapement with a stop-seconds function. Variable-inertia or free-sprung balance wheel. Improved winding system. 10 distinct types (at least) of movement finishing. Please click here to read our in-depth article on the Calibre GB4800.

Case and Bracelet

**Image:** The 3N yellow gold and steel combination harks back to the original Laureato from 1975 – but reinterpreted for today. “The tonneau case has been reworked: sharper angles, more pronounced bevels, even smoother integration of the bracelet. The iconic octagonal bezel alternates between satin and polished finishes, creating a subtle and sophisticated play of light.”

Case is made from 3N yellow gold and steel. Diameter: 39 mm. Thickness: 9.80 mm. Dial side features a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment. Caseback features a sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 15 ATM or approximately 150 metres.

**Image:** “The steel and yellow gold bracelet is in keeping with the original design. Its complexity is expressed in a tapered design whose steel ‘H’ links become progressively thinner towards the clasp. These links, which are slightly shorter on this new model, allow the bracelet to fit more closely to the curve of the wrist. They also feature a half-link adjustment for optimal comfort. The central links, in yellow gold, are slightly more domed than those in steel, playing on volumes and light. The triple folding clasp features the GP logo, also engraved on the inner blades. The octagonal push-pieces on the clasp echo the bezel and reinforce the coherence of the design. The clasp also incorporates an innovative fine adjustment system that enables the bracelet to be precisely adjusted by 4 mm, which is particularly useful in hot weather – a functional, refined and discreet detail.”

Integrated bracelet made from 3N yellow gold and steel. It is fitted with triple folding clasp with up to 4 mm of adjustment.

Our Thoughts

One does not mess with icons. They evolve over time to suit current trends, tastes, preferences, and incorporate new materials and innovations. Their timeless essence remains the same. Audemars Piguet, A. Lange & Söhne, Patek Philippe, and Rolex strictly adhere to this with their Royal Oak, Lange 1, Calatrava, and Submariner respectively.

**Image:** Prestigious brand, iconic design, versatility, and a new modern engine. I look forward to other models from the Laureato collection powered by Calibre GP4800.

Girard-Perregaux’s Laureato is a horological icon whose design has stood the test of time. The Laureato FIFTY’s shape is a Laureato through and through – now powered by an all-new in-house state-of-the-art movement. While limited to 200 pieces, there will be other models – crafted from precious metals, steel, titanium, and various combinations – sporting an integrated bracelet or strap – and powered by the new movement. The Laureato collection is poised to become more appealing and desirable, and will leave collectors spoilt for choice.

Additional Details

Name: Laureato FIFTY

Reference: 81008-63-3412-1CM

Price: Euro €28,100 (includes 20% VAT)

Limited to 200 pieces.

Please visit the brand’s website and Instagram page for more information.