Maestro GC3.0 Ice Blue

Maestro GC3.0 Ice Blue

Geneva, 31^st March – Gerald Charles is proud to present the Maestro 3.0 Chronograph Mini Tapisserie Clous de Paris, a timepiece that pays tribute to the legendary Gérald Charles Genta’s design legacy while advancing the craft of modern watchmaking. Drawing inspiration from the original GC33 chronograph, now proudly showcased in the Gerald Charles Museum at the Atelier in Geneva, the Maestro 3.0 Chronograph is a masterful reimagining that seamlessly blends the rich tradition of Swiss horology with contemporary technical advancements.

This exquisite release offers two distinct versions, each meticulously crafted to captivate the diverse tastes of watch enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

The first model, Ref. GC3.0-TNSB-06CP-RSPN, features an ergonteq® Grade 5 Titanium case paired with a refined grey dial and a white vulcanised rubber strap, all highlighted by the brand’s signature mini tapisserie pattern. The second version, Ref. GC3.0-SSPS-07CP-RSPN, boasts a polished stainless steel case, elegantly complemented by an ice blue strap, creating a striking yet refined contrast. These two variations ensure a timepiece that resonates with every collector’s unique style.

The titanium case’s anthracite finish is achieved through a special darkblast® process, a unique sandblasting technique using a unique powder that imparts a soft, velvety hue while enhancing scratch resistance, ensuring the watch maintains its bold presence. Additionally, the ice blue accents on the stainless steel version pay homage to Mr. Genta’s love for colour, offering a playful yet sophisticated twist to the design.

A journey through time and innovation
The design of the Maestro 3.0 Chronograph is deeply rooted in Mr. Genta's vision, with specific references to his original chronograph, which featured pyramidal pushers and a classic 42mm case. While paying homage to this iconic piece, the new model elevates the design with cutting-edge craftsmanship and enhanced ergonomics, blending the past with the future in perfect harmony.

The new Chronograph features both the sunburst finishing and the Clous de Paris motif on the dial, introducing a depth and three-dimensional quality to the timepiece. The signature mini tapisserie pattern graces both the dial and strap, creating a seamless continuity between these two elements. This design detail pays tribute to Mr. Genta’s use of intricate patterns to complement the baroque-inspired form of the Maestro case, a motif that remains central to the collection’s historical narrative, adding even more richness to the timepiece’s legacy.

Designed for both performance and precision, the chronograph functionality ensures unmatched reliability, making it the perfect companion for those who value technical excellence.

At the heart of the Maestro 3.0 Chronograph is a meticulously crafted Swiss Manufacture 3.0 caliber, delivering exceptional accuracy and reinforcing the brand’s commitment to superior craftsmanship. The timepiece is further refined with pyramidal pushers, which are carefully contoured to integrate flawlessly with the case. This subtle yet thoughtful enhancement elevates both the watch's aesthetics and its user comfort, providing a seamless blend of form and function.

Designed with modern wearability in mind, the watch introduces the brand’s innovative ErgonTeq® technology, refining its ergonomics for superior comfort and ease of use. In comparison to the historic GC33, the new chronographs feature an enhanced water resistance of up to 100 meters, offering improved durability and versatility. Designed to keep pace with today’s active lifestyles, the watch is also built to meet 5G shockproof standards, ensuring exceptional resilience and reliability for any adventure.

With its distinctive design and superior materials, the Maestro 3.0 Chronograph reinforces Gerald Charles’ reputation for merging heritage with modernity.

Technical information

Reference 

• GC3.0-SSPS-07CP-RSPN

Case

• Dimension - Width: 39.00mm, lenght: 41.70mm, thickness: 11.50mm, entrecorne: 22.00mm
• Material - Medical-grade stainless steel 316L
• Crown - Screw-down crown with Clous de Paris finish and embossed logo
• Construction - Carved with CNC numeric control machinery. Asymmetric polygon with smooth edges (“Maestro” original design by Mr. Gérald Charles Genta). See-through case back
• Water resistance - 10 ATM/100m
• Parts - 39 Pieces
• Finishing - Hand-polished case, vertical brushed case back

Movement

• Caliber - Manufacture caliber, Swiss manufacture 3.0 caliber 
  
• Type - Automatic chronograph. Swiss manufacture 2.0 caliber base with chronograph module, 50-hour power reserve with double barrels system 
  
• Functions - Central hour, minute and seconds hands; 60 seconds counter at 3h, 12 hours at 6h and 30 minutes at 9h
• Dimensions - 28.00mm diameter, 6.07mm total thickness
• Oscillating weight - Golden unidirectional central oscillating weight decorated with the new 25th Anniversary logo. Two layers of finishings: sandblasted base, colimaçon and soleil brushed top with the Gerald Charles “ho-neycomb” motif
• Escapement - Ball bearings in ceramics
• Frequency - 28’800 A/h - 4Hz
• Shock resistance - 5G shock resistance, tested with 5 axes robotic arm. Incabloc® anti-shock system
• Jewels - 46 rubies
• Total components - 351 pieces
• Finishing - Bridges finely decorated with colimaçon, côtes de Genève and perlage finishes, and yellow gold colour engravings

Dial

• Base material - Brass
  
• Colour & Finishing - Ice Blue, Clous de Paris mini tapisserie and sunburst finishing
• Indexes - Applied “baton” shaped and dots at 6h and 12h filled with white Super-LumiNova® with green C7 SPL light at night
• Counters - Applied, silver colour, polished, 60 seconds counter at 3h, 12 hours at 6h and 30 minutes at 9h 
• Decalque and minute-track - Printed black

Hands

• Material - Brass
  
• Shape - Baton shaped, flat
• Finishing - Silver colour, polished. Hour, minute and counters hands filled with white Super-LumiNova® with green C7 SPL light at night

Strap

• Material - HNBR Vulcanized Rubber with vanilla scent
  
• Description - Clou de Paris on one side and the GC logo’s tapisserie on the back. One fixed loop and one free. Original design by Mr. Gérald Charles Genta
• Colour - Ice Blue
• Size - Total lenght: S: 175mm, M: 190mm, L: 212mm; width: 22-20mm; thickness: 5-3mm

Buckle

• Material - Medical-grade stainless steel 316L
  
• Description - Pin buckle, asymmetric polygon with smooth edges that remind to the Maestro case “smile”
• Finishing - Polished, brushed applied plate with GC logo engraved

Weight

• Watch head - 90 grams
• Total - 112 grams

Warranty

• Five years (following ‘Smart Warranty’ system registration)

About Gerald Charles

Gerald Charles is an independent, family-owned watch company based in Switzerland. It was founded in 2000 by the great Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, the 20th century’s foremost watch designer.

Monsieur Genta, often referred to simply as ‘Maestro’, was a prolific artist and watch designer. After selling the company in 2003, he stayed on as its designer-in-chief until his death in 2011, leaving a treasure trove of watch designs in the company’s care. Every watch created by Gerald Charles is based on one of his original designs and carries his legacy of ‘artistic creativity, technical mastery’ forward into the future.

Gerald Charles watches are at the cutting edge of ergonomics and designed and manufactured to sit comfortably and elegantly on the wrist. Gerald Charles watches are produced without compromise and marry the finest traditions and most up-to-date technologies of Swiss mechanical watchmaking to deliver superior precision and performance, as well as exceptional water and shock resistant. Every piece is an elegant sport watch, the signature of the company's founder and eternal inspiration, Monsieur Genta.

MR. G.C. GENTA

Monsieur Gerald Charles Genta (1931-2011), born in Geneva, is deemed the most acclaimed watch designer in the world. In the early 2000s Monsieur Gerald Charles Genta – at the height of his success and willing to continue his creative production – founded the most modern of his brands: Gerald Charles.

He designed some of the most modern of his watches for the Maison Gerald Charles: amongst them the Maestro is one of his highest achievements. Its asymmetric watch case, one of its kind, has never been seen before and represents an exclusive innovation.