The background of Girard-Perregaux Watches
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In 1791 a legend in Swiss watchmaking, Jean Francois Bautte,
established a factory in Geneva. In 1854, Bautte's factory merged with
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company formed by the marriage in of watchmaker Constant Girard and
heiress Marie Girard-Perregaux.
The product that established and still maintains the company's
reputation is the Tourbillon, with three gold bridges, in 1867. In
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company was acquired by minority shareholder, Dr. Luigi "Gino"
Macaluso. Under Macaluso's guidance the company is striding back to
the forefront of horology.
One of the oldest watch companies in the world, Girard-Perregaux dates
back to 1791 via its predecessor J. F. Bautte a talented craftsman who
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times, but the quality, innovation, and style born centuries ago
remain as the guiding forces for the company today. Girard-Perregaux
has proven itself to be a master of technically demanding pieces. The
company constantly strives to deliver innovative timepieces both
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