The history of this Girard-Perregaux Split-Seconds Chronograph
The House of Girard-Perregaux holds a prominent place in fine watchmaking, cultivating a rare mastery of complex complications. In the 1990s, the manufacture unveiled reference 9014, part of a fascinating return-to-roots approach. This model answered collectors’ deep desire to rediscover the pure elegance of 20th-century chronographs while benefiting from contemporary reliability. The most fascinating technical anecdote of this model lies in the integration of its major complication. Unlike most split-seconds watches, which add an imposing third pusher on the left-hand side of the case, the watchmakers here chose the noble and demanding co-axial pusher. The control used to stop the red chronograph seconds hand is skilfully concealed in the centre of the winding crown. This architecture preserves the absolute symmetry of the watch while offering a direct nod to remarkable historical pocket watches.
Case, calibre and strap of this Split-Seconds Chronograph
Crafted in stainless steel, this timepiece features a restrained 38 mm diameter that sits perfectly on the wrist. The case plays on subtle contrasts, with a smooth bezel and mirror-polished upper lugs, while the case flanks display a delicate brushed finish. The cream-white dial is protected by a strongly domed sapphire crystal, creating charming visual distortions around the edges. The display is arranged around two snailed counters, with applied indexes and dauphine hands fashioned in yellow gold. The dial animation is enhanced by the fine central chronograph seconds hand, paired with an impressive red hand dedicated to the split-seconds function. The whole is powered by a robust automatic calibre enriched with a sophisticated additional module, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and ensuring a 40-hour power reserve. This sophisticated mechanism, housed behind a screw-down solid caseback, provides water resistance to 30 metres. The watch is worn on a brown suede-finish leather strap fitted with a steel pin buckle.
Why this Girard-Perregaux watch
Acquiring a split-seconds chronograph represents a true achievement for lovers of fine mechanics. This singular complication is infinitely more delicate to assemble and regulate than a standard calendar. Finding such a technical feat concealed within the lines of a 38 mm dress watch has become a genuine rarity on the pre-owned market. This model embodies a perfect balance between aesthetic discretion and immense horological prestige. Its light dial, enhanced by warm touches of gold and red, gives it highly appreciated versatility. It is a wonderful opportunity to add a grand complication signed by a historic manufacture at a particularly measured price.
Delivered contents and condition
This 1990s piece is accompanied by its original box. In keeping with the natural ageing of synthetic materials from this period, the interior lining shows characteristic patina and wear, attesting to its original authenticity. The watch displays remarkable cosmetic condition. The polished steel surfaces reveal very light signs of wear visible under angled light, but the overall integrity of the case remains excellent. The suede leather strap shows slight natural creases around the attachment points while retaining good flexibility in use.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. We offer a 24-month warranty on this model and accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. Leader in pre-owned luxury in Switzerland and backed by the largest network of boutiques, we offer online reservation for an in-store fitting and collection or fully secured international shipping.
* Very good condition – watch already worn and polished. Light external signs of wear. Case and bracelet in excellent overall condition.
