Famed Swiss manufacture Girard-Perregaux has roots dating back to the eighteenth century. Many of their precision timepieces have won prestigious awards, and they hold the historical distinction of being perhaps the first watchmakers to produce men’s timepieces specifically designed to be worn upon the wrist.

Over the years acclaimed auto giant Ferrari has partnered with various watch producers to create exciting timepieces. To be sure, their collaboration with Girard-Perregaux continued that tradition of distinction. Both companies entered into the partnership to create series of watches commemorating a variety of Ferrari models in 1993.

This Girard-Perregaux Ferrari model was created by special request in very limited series of only 40 models in 1996. The self-winding automatic movement with 57 jewels is driven by Girard-Perregaux’s 22805.930 caliber and beats at 28,800 vph.

The sporty and round high polished stainless steel case measures 38 mm in diameter, the fixed bezel is brushed to deflect reflection in sunny conditions, case height is 12.5 mm, and possesses a slightly domed sapphire crystal, a push / pull winding crown, and a 30 m / 3 atm of water resistance. The engraved case back shows off the classic Prancing Horse Ferrari logo. The case rests upon a matte black brand new Girard Perregaux alligator leather strap with a Girard Perregaux stainless steel deployant buckle.

The black-colored dial is printed with beige-colored Arabic numerals and white minute track on the outer part. There is a small seconds subdial at 3 o’clock, the chronograph functions include a 12-hour register at 6, a central chronograph hand, and 30-minute counter at 9. Modernes-shaped hands are lacquered in white paint with luminous insets. There's a date window positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock marks on the dial.

Standout feature(s): Limited-edition timepiece—only 40 pieces produced; exciting collaboration between Ferrari and Girard-Perregaux; case back engraved with the classic Ferrari logo; moderate case size, robust in-house movement.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: 80200.0.11.6156
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 38 mm
• Case Height: 12.5 mm
• Movement: Self-winding automatic, 57 jewels, 28,800 vph
• Caliber: Girard-Perregaux 22805.930
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, small seconds, chronograph, date
• Dial: Black
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Winding Crown: Push / pull
• Water-resistance: 30 m / 3 atm
• Band: Brand new matte black OEM Girard Perregaux alligator leather strap
• Clasp: Stainless steel deployant buckle
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Condition: Pre-owned in excellent condition; tested for accuracy and proper operational order; the case and buckle have been polished
• Comments: The watch comes in the original manufacturer's boxes (outer box shows deterioration and the inner box's lining has deteriorated as well). Gift box is included for storage of the watch. Includes general booklet, instructions, certificate of authenticity and papers