2008 Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk II Pro Titanium 3000M 44mm 49940

Here we have a 2008 Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk II Pro Titanium 3000M 49940. The brand first introduced Sea Hawk in the 1940s, promoting the military-style watch as a rugged, waterproof timepiece designed for action. The Sea Hawk II was designed in 2002 by ‘Gino’ Macaluso, the owner and CEO of Girard Perregaux until his death in 2010. Featuring a curvaceous 44mm satin-finished Titanium case that sits on your wrist with thick flat-ended lugs. Its curved flanks feature an automatic Helium escape valve on each side, thanks to its incredible water resistance. Leading to a lug-to-lug length of 57.5mm and a case thickness of 19mm, giving the watch an impressive presence on the wrist. The unique profile of the case protects the signed screw-down crown at 4 o’clock. A unidirectional bezel has deep knurling for grip and an insert with a raised 60-minute Dive scale and markings, surrounding a slightly convex 4.85 mm-thick sapphire crystal above a matte black dial. An outer minute track features baton indexes and an inverted triangle at noon, coated in Super-LumiNova, to mark the hours. At 1:30, a framed date window, broad white sword and arrow hands are filled with Super-LumiNova and complemented by a white, red-tipped sweeping second hand, at 12 o’clock we have in red ‘Sea Hawk II Pro 3000M / 9900 FT’ in red, at 6 o’clock Girard Perregaux and the power reserve indicator completes this rugged professional dive watch. On the reverse, a screw-down solid case back is engraved with the details of the watch and features a porpoise wrapped around a trident at its centre. In 1898, this symbol was included in a patent application submitted by Girard-Perregaux to the German Intellectual Property Office. Inside an automatic Girard-Perregaux Cal. GP033R0, 27 jewels, beating at 28,800 beats per hour. It comes paired with its 22mm Girard-Perregaux 3-Link satin-finished Titanium bracelet, secured by a concealed, signed deployant clasp with a dive extension, which will fit up to a 7.25-inch wrist. This watch is sold with its original Girard-Perregaux box, swing tag, and paperwork.

This watch is sold with its original Girard-Perregaux box, swing tag, and paperwork. It comes paired with its 22mm Girard-Perregaux 3-Link Titanium bracelet, secured by a concealed, signed deployant clasp with a dive extension, which will fit up to a 7.25-inch wrist. The watch is from July 2008 and is sold in worn but overall it is in very fair condition, as you can see from the photographs. The watch comes with our 12-Months Warranty.

This Girard Perregaux isn't for the faint of heart at 44mm with 2 helium escape values, cased in titanium and featuring a striking design, it is without doubt a serious piece of kit on the wrist. This is the Girard Perregaux Sea Hawk II Pro and comes with its box and paperwork from 2008, not something you'll see often. Don't hesitate to book an appointment to try this one on for yourself!

Reference : 49940-21-631-21A
Movement : Automatic Girard Perregaux Cal. GP033R0
Age : July 2008
Year : 2008
Case Size : 44mm
Case Thickness : 19mm
Lug to Lug : 57.5mm
Lugs : 22mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Titanium
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

The illustrious history of Girard-Perregaux traces back to the picturesque city of Geneva, Switzerland, in the year 1791. It was here that Jean-François Bautte, a master craftsman renowned for his exquisite pocket watches and goldsmithing skills, established his workshops, laying the groundwork for a brand that would become synonymous with luxury and precision. One of its most celebrated creations, the historic Tourbillon adorned with three stunning gold bridges, garnered prestigious recognition when it was awarded a gold medal at the 1889 International Exposition in Paris, shortly after its debut. A significant turning point in the brand's evolution occurred in 1906 when Constant Girard-Gallet acquired the Bautte company from its owner, Jacques Bautte. This pivotal merger led to the birth of the modern Girard-Perregaux, as the name itself was officially established in 1856 in the renowned watchmaking town of La Chaux-de-Fonds. This branding emerged from the union of Constant Girard and Marie Perregaux, marking the beginning of a legacy that continues to thrive. In 1965, Girard-Perregaux made waves in horological innovation by designing the first mechanical movement with an extraordinary high frequency, featuring a balance that beat at an impressive 36,000 vibrations per hour, known as the Gyromatic HF. In 1999, the company further solidified its heritage by inaugurating the Girard-Perregaux Museum near its headquarters in Villa Marguerite, showcasing the brand's storied past and artistry. Fast forward to 2012, Girard-Perregaux celebrated its creative spirit by launching the Le Corbusier Watch Trilogy, a remarkable tribute to the legendary architect whose designs have left an indelible mark on the world of architecture. In a strategic collaboration, 2021 saw Girard-Perregaux partner with the prestigious luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin, combining the realms of haute horlogerie and high-performance automotive excellence. However, a significant shift occurred in 2022 when the French luxury group Kering sold off its ownership stake in Sowind Group SA, the parent company of Girard-Perregaux, through a management buyout, marking a new chapter in the brand's rich narrative.