It also features cross-hatching, inspired by the quilted upholstery found in many of the marque’s products. Three counters grace the dial, including two chronograph registers and a seconds display. There is an octagonal bezel, honouring the Laureato of 1975. Its satin finished and polished edges collaborate, creating a wonderful play with light.
Marek Reichman, Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, added: ‘As Aston Martin and Girard-Perregaux strengthen our partnership, the same is happening with our common design ethos, geared towards discreet luxury. Evidence of it continues to appear in subtle touches throughout the watch, for instance, in its partially openworked hour and minute hands, which have been purposely designed to evoke thoughts of racing cars, eschewing extraneous material to deliver superior performance.
Likewise, the central chronograph seconds…