{"product_id":"girard-perregaux-opera-one-triple-bridge-99750-52-000-ba6a","title":"Girard-Perregaux Opera One Triple Bridge 99750-52-000-BA6A","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 48.1876px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 24.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2435%; height: 24.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7898%; height: 24.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6415%; height: 24.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1572%; height: 24.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2435%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7898%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eUndated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6415%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1572%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFew movement architectures are as closely tied to a manufacture as Girard-Perregaux’s Tourbillon with Three Bridges. Its origins reach back to Constant Girard’s work in the 1860s, when the normally hidden bridges of a movement were transformed into a visible part of the watch’s design. More than a century later, the Opera One took that signature architecture into considerably more complicated territory.\u003cbr\u003eReference 99750-52-000-BA6A combines the Three Bridges tourbillon with one of traditional watchmaking’s most demanding acoustic complications: a Westminster carillon minute repeater. Housed in a 40 mm rose gold case, it is a watch in which the movement is not simply the mechanism beneath the dial; it is effectively the dial itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Opera One is important because it brings together two disciplines that are individually difficult to execute. The tourbillon is suspended within Girard-Perregaux’s recognisable three-bridge architecture, while the minute repeater uses four hammers and four gongs to reproduce a Westminster-style sequence when striking the quarters. The mechanism can be observed through the openworked display, turning the chiming sequence into something both audible and visual.\u003cbr\u003eInside is the manually wound Calibre GP9899, a 37-jewel movement beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour and providing approximately 75 hours of power reserve. It is an unusually ambitious calibre even within the world of grand complications, combining the Three Bridges tourbillon and Westminster repeater within a relatively restrained case diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 40 mm, the Opera One is surprisingly contained considering the complexity inside. The rose gold case gives the watch substantial presence, but its dimensions remain far removed from the oversized cases sometimes associated with modern grand complications.\u003cbr\u003eThe openworked dial naturally commands attention. Three rose gold bridges provide a strong visual axis, while the tourbillon and repeater mechanism introduce constant mechanical depth beneath them. On a black leather strap with matching rose gold folding clasp, the watch retains enough formality to balance what is happening mechanically.\u003cbr\u003eThis is not a discreet watch in the conventional sense, but neither does it rely on size for impact. Its presence comes from seeing—and hearing—the movement operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis example is presented on a black leather strap with an 18K rose gold folding clasp. Specific information regarding case condition, polishing history, crystal condition, movement condition, box and papers, individual production or case number, and previous servicing has not been provided. These details should therefore not be assumed. Given the complexity of the GP9899 and its repeating mechanism, confirmed service history and correct operation of the striking works are particularly relevant considerations for any individual example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Opera One is suited to a collector whose interest has moved beyond complication counting and toward the different disciplines of traditional watchmaking. It brings together visual architecture, tourbillon construction and acoustic watchmaking in a single piece without abandoning one of Girard-Perregaux’s most historically recognisable designs.\u003cbr\u003eWithin a broader collection, it occupies territory few watches can. A conventional tourbillon can demonstrate regulation and finishing; a minute repeater introduces sound. The Opera One adds the identity of the Three Bridges and allows those elements to interact openly on the wrist. It is consequently as much a study in mechanical theatre as it is a complicated timekeeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Girard-Perregaux Opera One 99750-52-000-BA6A represents the Manufacture operating at one of its most ambitious levels. Three rose gold bridges, a tourbillon, a four-gong Westminster carillon minute repeater and the manually wound GP9899 are brought together within a 40 mm rose gold case. For collectors drawn to Girard-Perregaux’s deeper history, it is a particularly complete expression of the Maison’s ability to turn movement architecture into identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Rose Gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skeletonised Dial with Three Rose Gold Bridges, Tourbillon and Westminster Minute Repeater\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Leather Strap with 18K Rose Gold Folding Clasp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual-Winding (Calibre GP9899)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54005072068908,"sku":null,"price":168888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/99750-52-000-BA6A-12-1.jpg?v=1788327836","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/girard-perregaux-opera-one-triple-bridge-99750-52-000-ba6a","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}