Founded in 1791 and best known for their fine watches, Girard Perregaux are one of the oldest watchmakers in the world that are still in operation. Over the many decades of their long-running history, Girard-Perregaux has become synonymous with interesting design, impressive craftsmanship, and beautiful timepieces. Launched in 2008 as a limited edition collection of just 100 pieces, the Girard-Perregaux World Time New York Edition ref. 49851, was part of a four US-city limited edition series that also featured Chicago, Los Angeles and Dallas. Featuring a 41mm stainless steel case that is only 11mm tall, the WW.TC is a world timer that can display the time in any of the world’s primary 24 time zones, alongside a local time and the status of its power reserve on the indicator at 5 o’clock on its beautiful grey dial. Offered with a sunburst pattern, the chapter ring containing the names of the cities on its dial is operated through the crown on the 9 o’clock side of its stainless steel case, which perfectly balances out the winding crown found at 3 o’clock on its case. A stunning piece made to Girard-Perregaux’s exacting specifications, the ref. 49851 would make a fantastic addition to any collection.

A rare watch that celebrates New York's legacy as one of the world's premier financial centers, the ref. 49851 is a well-built and stylish timepiece that is deserving of Girard-Perregaux's prestigious reputation.