KIH's report from SIHH 2015 on Parmigiani Fleurier novelties offers a detailed look at the brand's offerings, from intricate pocket watches to the innovative Bugatti series. This article captures the essence of Parmigiani's presence at the fair, highlighting key technical achievements like the transverse movement and the meticulous craftsmanship involved. Readers gain insight into the brand's unique approach to haute horlogerie and its collaborations.
The booth is located at the corner of the big corridor, as always.
Inside is relatively small, compared to other brands. But press conference room is located outside the booth, unlike other brands, and has abandon space.
What caught attention was this beauty.
Apparently, a pocket watch minute repeater cased in the crystal glass and jewel stone.
Backside is also made beautiful. I wish I could have handled this!
Now, the novelties.
First, Bugatti series.
Caliber PF370
- First transverse movement in the world.
- Patented device for winding and time-setting.
- 5 main plates, 337 components.
- 6 sapphire crystals with a warped complex shape.
- 120 hours of work to manufacture a single case.
- 45 hours of decoration on the movement.
- 20 hours of encasing......
Pen-shape winding device.
Bugatti series 10 years of partnership since 2004. PF370 movement was launched in 2004.
Lalique Series
Serpent Clock
- Chronometric performance with a variation of less than +4/-4 sec per day.
- 8-day power reserve.
Mother of pearl dial.
Thin
Back of the clock.
Soleil de Gaia Clock
- Chronometric performance with a variation of less than +4/-4 sec per day.
- 8-day power reserve.
Mother of Pearl dial....
Backside of the clock.
Press Conference.
Tonda Series
Tonda 1950 Meteorite Dial
Cal. 701
Titanium Case
Automatic
39mm, 7.8mm thick
Very, very light and thin.
Tonda 1950 Gold Bracelet
Cal. 701
39mm, 7.8mm thick
Diamond setting bezel
(8.4mm thick)
Tonda 1950 Squelette
Cal. 705
WG or RG case
Hermes Strap
Diamond set models are available
Excellent finish.
Pretty cool.
Other models present were...
Toric
Kaleidoscope Minute repeater
Diameter 45mm
Hand-engraved gold dial with grand feu enamel coating, featuring kaleidoscope animation: lapis lazuli rotating disc, covered with a white gold rosette
Sorry for the background noise, but this is worth seeing when the minute repeater is working.
Ovale Pantographe
- Although introduced in 2013, started delivery in 2014.
Why "Pantographe"?
RG version
Toric Minute Repeater
- Only one hand - hand or the number from 1 to 12 show up in the dial window (MOP), moves from left to right, showing the time. The example below is showing 8:31 or so.
Interesting shape gong.
As always, impressive work and craftsmanship.
Looking forward to handling some of them....
Ken
Key Points from the Discussion
A contributor inquired about the presence of new Qualitรฉ Fleurier (QF) certified watches from Parmigiani at SIHH 2015, given the brand's role as a co-founder of the QF principles.
It was noted that there might not have been any new QF watches from Parmigiani after the 10th Anniversary QF edition in 2014, suggesting a potential shift in focus for the brand's new releases.
Among the novelties, the meteorite dial Tonda particularly caught a collector's attention, highlighting its beauty and desirability for a hands-on experience.
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The Discussion
JR
jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)
Feb 13, 2015
Parmigiani is a very fascinating brand
With many great creations! What caught my attention the most was the meteorite dial Tonda. Really a beauty and I hope to try it on too :) Thanks for the great report Ken! Cheers Robin
KI
KIH
Feb 13, 2015
Sorry it took a while to post :-)
They are all extremely well made. I am always impressed. Ken
AM
amanico
Feb 13, 2015
Superb report, Ken. Tonda Meteorite for me.
It seems that Meteorite dials are the trend of this year! Best, Nicolas.
KI
KIH
Feb 13, 2015
Yup, quietly getting popularity here and there :-) [nt]
MT
MTF
Feb 13, 2015
Where are the Qualite Fleurier watches?
Ken, Thank you for the report on this quiet brand at SIHH. I was hoping to see some QF certified watches. As one of the two original founders (with Chopard) of the watchmaking principles that led to the Fondation Qualite Fleurier, I was expecting new QF watches every year. Were there any? Or did you focus on the complicated watches? Regards, MTF
KI
KIH
Feb 14, 2015
This is all I had chance to take pics of.....
... I don't think I missed it, but maybe I missed some... :-) Ken
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