Girard-Perregaux

Girard-Perregaux Casquette: A Retro-Futuristic Timepiece from the 1970s

First introduced at the Basel Fair in 1976, the Girard-Perregaux Casquette redefined what a watch could be. With its angular, space-age design and digital display, this timepiece feels like it’s built for another era—one where timekeeping meets the future. Its sharp, geometric lines and bold design give the impression of a piece of technology meant for deep space or an astronaut’s wrist.

The Casquette followed the "driver’s watch" style with its distinctive angled display, designed for ease of reading while in motion. When you look at the time, the wrist’s natural bend brings the digital display into view, offering a unique and intuitive way of reading the time. The ergonomic design and slanted face make it easier to glance at without adjusting your wrist—perfect for those on the go, with the added benefit of futuristic flair.

With the introduction of the Casquette, Girard-Perregaux offered a new approach to timekeeping—blending cutting-edge digital technology with bold design. It’s a timepiece that still feels ahead of its time, capturing the spirit of the 1970s while offering a vision of the future.