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Milan, Nov 24, 2007

LOT 11

Girard Perregaux

Technical description
PROTOTYPE, Private Collection Luigi Macaluso.
Brand Girard Perregaux Model R&D 01 Reference 49930 Case number Prot. 01/2003 LM for RB Movement number GP033C0 Case Steel Material of strap / clasp / buckle Rubber strap Year of production 01.2003 Dimensions 43.00 mm Movement Self-winding Date Yes Chronograph Yes Note Prototype, Private Collection Luigi Macaluso. Designed and developed in 2003 by Luigi Macaluso on the suggestion of a Formula 1 pilot, the R&D 01 is the ultimate automobile-inspired watch, both in its technical functions and its esthetic: the inverted chronograph pushbuttons (on the left side of the case) allow for easier use while driving; the internal revolving bezel may be used as for count-down; the crown of the internal bezel, set at 4, is easily accessible and makes the watch extremely legible; the crown cover, with its soft, rounded forms, is inspired the aerodynamic design of a race car: the back is screwed down with six Imbus screws, the same ones that are used in mounting race car motors: the numerals on the dial are reminiscent of the numbers painted on race cars. Internal revolving bezel; and a 24 hour indication.
Example donated to AIRC (Associazione Italiana per la Ricerca sul Cancro) by GIRARD PERREGAUX S.A.