Gerald Charles and Ducati Unveil Joint Watch in Honor of the 30th Anniversary of the Legendary Ducati 916

Swiss watch brand Gerald Charles has teamed up with Ducati to present a limited edition timepiece celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic Ducati 916 motorcycle...

Named Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916, this exclusive wristwatch features the signature Maestro case, a vulcanized rubber strap, and unique design details inspired by the stunning Ducati motorcycle. This collaboration continues the legacy of artistic geniuses Gérald Genta and Massimo Tamburini, designers of both brands, whose stylistic philosophy is embedded in every piece.

"We are proud of the result of this collaboration with Gerald Charles," stated Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati. "Together, we present an extraordinary watch that pays tribute to an authentic icon like the Ducati 916. The joint efforts of our design centers began with a clear idea and did not shy away from technical and design challenges. This approach adds even greater value to a high-quality piece that, at first glance, reflects the passion, craftsmanship, and attention to detail shared by Ducati and Gerald Charles."

This celebratory timepiece is the first from the Gerald Charles collection in the past 13 years to feature the jumping hours complication, one of the founder’s most iconic mechanisms. The Maestro 4.0 boasts a matte black ceramic bezel and a Carbon Forged case body, along with a Grade 5 titanium crown, case back, and clasp, making it extremely lightweight and durable. These materials are often used in the world of motorcycling, and the watch’s finish is inspired by racetrack asphalt. The timepiece also has a water resistance of up to 100 meters and shock resistance of up to 5G.

The red hour markers and vulcanized rubber strap pay homage to Ducati’s signature red color. At the center of the dial is a golden wheel, a subtle nod to the Ducati 916’s iconic three-spoke wheel design. The watch is powered by the in-house movement Ref. GCA 3002JH, supporting a two-level dial with a jumping hours disc. The hour markers are in vivid red, filled with SuperLuminova for enhanced visibility.

This limited edition consists of only 250 examples of the Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916, each priced at $3,300.