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Girard-Perregaux Scuderia Ferrari Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante

Partially verified

This Girard-Perregaux 'Scuderia Ferrari - Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante' is an 18K yellow gold wristwatch produced in 2002 as part of a limited edition of 250 pieces, originally launched in 1999 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Scuderia Ferrari. The watch measures 40 mm in diameter and 15 mm in thickness. It features a three-body gold case with a brushed and polished finish, concave lugs, and a case back secured by 7 screws, engraved with a Ferrari dedication. The watch is powered by the self-winding Caliber GP E04C0, a 40-jewel movement with a split-seconds 'foudroyante' function activated via a coaxial button in the crown. The silver dial displays applied Arabic numerals, dart indexes, subsidiary registers for flying seconds and 30-minute timing, and an outer tachometer. The watch is accompanied by its original fitted box and certificate.

The Girard-Perregaux Scuderia Ferrari Chronograph, reference 9020, shown from the front with the accompanying presentation box and certificate plate visible.
The Girard-Perregaux Scuderia Ferrari Chronograph, reference 9020, shown from the front with the accompanying presentation box and certificate plate visible. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Split seconds chronograph
Maker / attribution
Girard-Perregaux
Reference
9020
Catalogue / lot identifier
49
Source-reported date
2002
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
138/250

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and External Design

The watch is housed in an 18K yellow gold, three-body case characterized by a combination of brushed and polished surfaces. It features distinct concave lugs that meet the leather strap. The case construction includes a domed sapphire crystal protecting the dial and a case back fixed by seven screws, which bears a special engraving dedicated to Scuderia Ferrari.

The timepiece incorporates a complex pusher arrangement for its chronograph functions. In addition to the standard round-button pushers on the side of the case, the winding crown includes a co-axial button specifically designed to operate the split-seconds function.

Evidence for this section
  • “Three-body, solid, brushed and polished, concave lugs, case back with 7 screws, engraved with "Scuderia Ferrari" dedication”
  • “winding crown with co-axial button to activate the split-seconds function”

Dial and Indications

The silver dial is arranged with applied yellow gold Arabic numerals and dart indexes, offering a contrast against the metallic surface. The layout includes two subsidiary registers: one dedicated to the 30-minute timing function and another for the flying seconds (foudroyante) feature. Luminous feuille hands are used for hour and minute indications.

Peripheral scales on the dial include an outer tachometer graduation and an outermost 1/5th seconds track, which features red-printed Arabic numerals at five-second intervals. These design elements facilitate the timekeeping and racing-related measurements intended by the chronograph functions.

Evidence for this section
  • “Silver with applied yellow gold Arabic numerals and dart indexes, subsidiary dials for the flying seconds and 30-minute register, outer tachometer graduation”
  • “outermost 1/5th seconds track with 5-seconds red Arabic markers”

Movement and Technical Features

The watch is driven by the self-winding Caliber GP E04C0. The movement is finished with rhodium plating and features fausses cotes decoration visible upon inspection. It is constructed with 40 jewels, a straight-line lever escapement, a monometallic balance, and a shock absorber system. The mechanism includes a self-compensating flat balance spring and a hack feature.

The movement functions include a 1/8 seconds 'foudroyante' chronograph. This high-frequency timing capability is tied to the split-seconds mechanism, which is controlled via the coaxial crown button.

Evidence for this section
  • “Cal. GP E04C0, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, 40 jewels”
  • “self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with 1/8 seconds round-button split-seconds "foudroyante" chronograph”

Open research questions

  • Does the movement's 'foudroyante' function operate at a specific frequency (e.g., 8 beats per second) to justify the 1/8 second measurement capability?
  • What is the specific nature of the 'Scuderia Ferrari' dedication engraving on the case back?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Girard-Perregaux Scuderia Ferrari Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
ManufacturerGirard-Perregaux“Girard-Perregaux, "Scuderia Ferrari - Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante”
Reference Number9020“Ref. 9020”
Production Year2002“Made in 2002”
Limited Edition138/250“No. 138/250”
Case Material18K yellow gold“18K yellow gold wristwatch”
Movement CaliberGP E04C0“Cal. GP E04C0”
Jewel Count40 jewels“40 jewels”
Dimensions40 mm x 15 mm“DIAM. 40 mm. THICKNESS 15 mm.”

Visible details

  • Coaxial push-piece integrated into the winding crown for the split-seconds function
  • Applied gold Arabic numerals and dart indexes on a silver-toned dial
  • Case back secured by seven visible screws
  • Flying seconds 'foudroyante' indicator positioned at the 9 o'clock register

Research qualifications

  • The source notes an 'Overhaul recommended' for the movement despite the 'As new' grading
  • The exact material composition of the dial is not explicitly identified beyond 'Silver'

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

GIRARD-PERREGAUX SCUDERIA FERRARI SPLIT-SEC CHRONO YELLOW GOLD Girard-Perregaux, "Scuderia Ferrari - Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante," No. 138/250, Ref. 9020. Made in 2002. This watch is part of a limited edition of 250 pieces which started in 1999, to commemorate the 70 years "Scuderia Ferrari" (1929-1999). Very fine and rare, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with 1/8 seconds round-button split-seconds "foudroyante" chronograph, registers, tachometer and an 18K yellow gold Girard-Perregaux deployant clasp. Accompanied by the original fitted box and certificate.

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 5d4ea10911

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