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A LUXURY TIMEPIECE CELEBRATING
THE ICONIC DUCATI 916
“The Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916 is a fine
watchmaking masterpiece that perfectly embodies the
essence and values of both Ducati and Gerald Charles.”
ucati marks the 30th marble carbon body case, seamlessly progressive number inscribed on the
anniversary of its legendary 916 integrated with a buckle, case back, and case back.
D model with the introduction of crown made from Grade 5 titanium—an For reference, Maison Gerald Charles
the limited-edition Maestro 4.0 Ducati ultra-lightweight and highly durable is an independent, family-owned
30° Anniversario 916, a distinguished material, ideal for this new watch. watchmaking company based in Geneva,
timepiece crafted in collaboration with With a specially engineered Switzerland. It was founded in 2000
Swiss luxury watchmaker Gerald Charles. case construction, the watch offers by Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, who gave
This exclusive partnership has resulted exceptional water resistance up to 10 his two first names to his latest brand,
in the creation of just 250 collector’s ATM/100 meters and is also designed creating a unique connection between
watches, each featuring the renowned to withstand impacts up to 5G. The himself and his creations. (Riyan)
Maestro case, designed by Mr. Gérald Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916
Charles Genta, alongside a mechanical represents the first-ever Gerald Charles
movement accentuated by intricate jumping hour skeleton watch, and for
details that pay homage to Ducati’s the first time, time is displayed on a
storied super sport motorcycle. motorcycle-inspired wheel.
“Together, we have crafted a At the center of the case, a wheel
remarkable timepiece that honors an motif takes inspiration from the original
iconic figure like the Ducati 916. The Ducati 916 design. The golden jumping
collaborative design process, starting hour disc mirrors the bronze three-
from a clear vision, overcame numerous spoke wheel of the iconic motorcycle,
technical and creative challenges. enhanced by a striking black contour to
This approach adds greater value to a amplify contrast. With a refined touch,
high-quality object that, from the very the upper sapphire crystal is framed
first glance, reflects the shared values with a guichet and highlighted with red
of Ducati and Gerald Charles: passion, Super-Luminova contours, offering a
craftsmanship, and attention to detail,” sophisticated glow in low light.
said Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati. This tribute to Ducati’s 916 legacy
Federico Ziviani, CEO of Gerald continues on the case back, which
Charles, also noted that the Maestro 4.0 reveals the Gerald Charles caliber,
Ducati 30° Anniversario 916 features a adorned with a celebratory laurel wreath
Ducati-inspired wheel dial that rotates and the unmistakable Ducati logo.
to display time, perfectly aligning with Additionally, for owners of the Panigale
Genta’s preference for unconventional V4 SP2 30° Anniversario 916 who
complications. Of course, the adaptation purchase this limited-edition timepiece,
of a motorcycle wheel into a jumping a bespoke engraving service is available,
hour disc involved extraordinary allowing them to have their motorcycle’s
technical challenges. It took a year and a
half to successfully craft a timepiece that
pays homage to the iconic Ducati 916.
Designed for both durability and
aesthetics, this watch boasts a matte-
finish black ceramic bezel on a black
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