Girard Perregaux Free Bridge Meteorite SS Skeleton Dial 2024

The Girard‑Perregaux Free Bridge Meteorite (ref. 82000‑11‑3259‑5CX) debuted in early 2024 as a contemporary reinterpretation of the maison’s iconic Bridges collection, marrying avant‑garde aesthetics with horological pedigree. Its 44 mm stainless steel case, measuring a slender 12.2 mm thick, is framed by two unique meteorite plates that flank the open‑worked movement, offering a one‑of‑a‑kind Widmanstätten pattern on each dial. The in‑house automatic GP01800‑2085 calibre, visible from both front and back, operates at 4 Hz and delivers a robust 54‑hour power reserve, while its silicon escapement and balance ensure stability and resistance to magnetic fields. Though not a limited edition, the meteorite’s natural variation gives each piece singular character, appealing to collectors who value rarity in material rather than production numbers. Water‑resistant to 30 meters, this watch balances technical sophistication with everyday wearability. The suspended Neo‑bridge architecture, a nod to Girard‑Perregaux’s tourbillon heritage, underscores the brand’s mastery in marrying structural elegance with modern engineering. Released at a retail price of approximately CHF 22,750 (USD 27,000), the Free Bridge Meteorite stands as an accessible yet refined entry into haute horlogerie, offering both visual drama and mechanical substance in equal measure. Like New with Girard Perregaux box and papers dated 2024.