M4
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Parmigiani Toric Chronorgraph ref PF006783 c. early 2000s
I'm happy to introduce my most recent acquisition, the first generation Toric Chronograph in platinum with El Primero movement. This particular watch with gorgeous light blue dial and black subdials dates from the early 2000s when the brand was still in its first decade. I am thrilled to join the Toric Chronograph club here on WPS, a club that includes Chicolini and mrds. If there are more of you please share your wonderful watch in this thread.
So without further preliminaries, on this Toric Tuesday, here is my first generation Toric Chronograph.
Yes, the dial is beautiful but even better in my eyes is the jaw-droppingly spectacular case. The profile is a visual feast with the trademark double stepped and knurled bezel and sublime curved mid-case.
Before focusing on the movement, note that Michel Parmigiani repeats the double stepped and knurled motif opn the backside. That is a costly detail that is solely for the appreciation of the wearer and not something that will ever be seen by casual passersby. It's "private luxury" taken to the nth degree, which appeals very much to my watch collecting tastes.
Of course, the El Primero movement is finely finished to PF standards with the rotor guilloche matching that of the dial.
I have to say that even the date window at 1:30 has its charm. I held off over the months acquiring this first generation chronograph because I was uncertain whether I could live with the date. After a couple days of ownership, I can confidently claim that my reservations were unfounded.
Hope you all enjoy the pics and have a wonderful Toric Tuesday.
M4
Parmigiani Toric Chronorgraph ref PF006783 c. early 2000s
I'm happy to introduce my most recent acquisition, the first generation Toric Chronograph in platinum with El Primero movement. This particular watch with gorgeous light blue dial and black subdials dates from the early 2000s when the brand was still in i...
Spectacular, M4.
And yes, the caseback is a wonderful addition to a wonderful watch. I think MichaelC is in the club as well, no?
Thanks Druid!
MichaelC is not in this specific PF chronograph club but he's in at least two others. I should probably add the word "yet" at the end of the sentence And thanks again for coming up with the Toric Tuesday theme. M4
As M4 notes, not yet. But when I visit him in September...
I hope to commandeer this amazing nugget for at least a few hours. And certainly, I need to join this club, one day...
Really good looking watch🔥
The placement of the date window is very interesting, I don’t think I have ever seen that before. It doesn’t take away from the dial’s beauty at all. Enjoy your new acquisition 😀
Thanks Vetnov.
I believe the date location is unique to Parmigiani and this specific model. Other brands locate the date in the upper right quadrant of the dial in a "longitudinal orientation" but this is the only date I can think of off the top of my head that is place...
Wow,a superb watch !
One of the most beautiful Toric references that I have seen. And so much of Michel Parmigiani's DNA !!
Now we're talking. Beautiful ( and not just the Toric).
Thanks for stopping by Bruno. M4
The double-knurled sandwich is an absolute feast!
There are just so many elements to take in - it really has it all! Big time congrats to you! Enjoy it to the fullest!
Thanks so much mjm!
I love that turn of phrase "double-knurled sandwich" and if you don't mind will use it myself in the future. Thanks again. M4
Congratulations, that's a great and interesting looking watch!
I wish you much enjoyment with it. All the best, Jon
What an amazing reference! Your comments on the caseback should not be overlooked
Exactly why I love this brand as well. The private luxury ethos is very much my flavor. Parmigiani does it differently than everyone else. As Guido says, it takes a lot of courage to not follow the trends.
This watch has it all and is a major addition to your Toric collection.
Every aspect and detail is delightful, including the date window with its wonderful font and unusual position. You know how much I like these early Torics, so I won't bother you with many useless words. Simply, huge congratulations. Best, Emmanuel
Congrats! Very happy for you!
Wonderful watch and one you’ll no doubt enjoy! Dial, case, movement . . . it’s got it all. Enjoy! ...
Congratulations on the arrival of this stunning Parmigiani Toric Chronograph.
I had never seen this model prior to your post and it really is very special the case work and style really is quite unique, the double stepped case is just visually stunning on both sides of the watch. The beautiful blue dial with the black subdials and ...
You truly are on a roll 👌🏻🙌🏻👏🏻
Huge congratulations on this latest acquisition 🎉🎊🎈 And what a pristine shape, too 👍🏻
