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Dear all, For my first post, I choose to highlight the Toric Chronometre, one of my favorite Parmigiani Fleurier’s watch. This watch is the first one designed by Michel Parmigiani. It is directly recognizable by its iconic bezel (alternating of gadroons and knurling, according to a know-how realized
Dear all,
For my first post, I
choose to highlight the Toric Chronometre, one of my favorite Parmigiani
Fleurier’s watch.
This watch is the first one designed by Michel Parmigiani. It is directly recognizable by its iconic bezel (alternating of gadroons and knurling, according to a know-how realized by hand) which is inspired by the Antique Greek columns. The dial is also an identity code of Parmigiani Fleurier. It is available with a black opaline or white grained finish, an expert artisanal skill that creates a unique texture by brushing the dial with a mixture of silver powder by hand.
The Toric Chronometer is equipped with the PF331 caliber, chronometer-certified by the COSC. An automatic-winding mechanical movement whose autonomy is 55 hours. Regarding the finishes, we can see the oscillating weight in gold 22 ct guilloched by hand, and angled, beaded and Côtes-de-Genève-decorated bridges and plate.
The case is in 18 ct pink or white gold with a thickness of 9.5 mm and a dimension of 40.8 mm. Finally, the Hermès black alligator strap is the little touch which perfect the design of this model. In my mind, the Toric chronometer's style is therefore classic and elegant, evocating the time in its purest expression.
I love the older models of Parmigiani: they are equipped rich with old tradition of watchmaking skills: guilloching, brushing, hand-finishing! Enjoy the forum, I am happy that a new women member is here between us! Yours, Adam
and to the fact that the dial structure is indeed created by hand work. I did not know that. After reading your post I took a mental note to investigate this. Do you have a weak spot for Parmigiani? I would really understand this! Cheers, Magnus
Parmigiani and its related company Vaucher are always full of surprises, and the good kind too. Interesting movements and watches that are a good blend of classical and new designs. Hodinkee had an interesting write-up about Parmigiani a while back:
Terrific first post! I hope you enjoy your time here.
I agree with you, the old tradition of watchmaking skills is what define the philosophy of Parmigiani Fleurier ! I will publish other posts to highlight this know-how that fascinates me !
Parmigiani Fleurier have its own manufacturer "Quadrance et Habillage" which manufactures a variety of dials ! In my opinion, the hand work of the meteorite dial of the Tonda 1950 is also fabulous ! I will write on it very soon !
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