Tondagraph Tourbillon Chronograph Abyss Blue "Piece Unique"
Presented here is a unique Parmigiani Tondagraph Tourbillon Chronograph with a white gold case, paired with a one-of-a-kind Abyss Blue guilloché grain-de-riz dial and 92 baguette-cut diamonds. This watch, which revisits the rarely used Caliber PF354 chronograph by APRP (Audemars Piguet Renaud et Papi), is a definitive send-off to the model first introduced in 2009.
The initial iterations of the Tondagraph Manual wind Tourbillon Chronographs from 2009 did not possess the power reserve indicator that appeared in the refreshed model of 2013, on which this piece-unique is based.
Several limited-production pieces were released based on the refreshed PF354 mechanism, including models with traditional dials and skeletonized versions, typically produced in batches of 30 or fewer. Parmigiani Fleurier presented the final installment of the Tondagraph Manual wind Tourbillon Chronograph in 2020, equipped with a slate grey guilloché dial against a solid rose gold case, similar in configuration to the one presented here.
Front side of the PF354 displays a tourbillon aperture, with its distinctive balance bridge and a barrel bridge, which adds symmetrical appeal to the dial arrangement. On the business side of the caliber is a traditional lateral-clutch chronograph mechanism with a column wheel that is mounted on the rear of the caliber. Softly shaped chronograph bridges and curved chronograph levers decorate the movement overall.
The PF354 boasts all the hallmarks of haute horlogerie finishing standards, using techniques including Côtes de Genève, perlage, circular brushing, straight grinding, sphere-polished shafts, flat-polished screw heads, traditional bevelling across the mainplate, bridges parts of the chronograph.
The element that undoubtedly caught your attention first was the baguette-cut diamonds, which, to our knowledge, is the first and only execution of its type for this model and pre-dates the similarly set Hijri Calendar. Each of the 92 stones is cut and set to perfection and totals nearly 8 cts of stones all bearing the same quality and craftsmanship that you would expect from a Haute Horology example from Parmiginai Fleurier.
Model: Tondagraph Tourbillon Chronograph
Reference: PF600316.01
Circa: 2020
Material: White gold
Dial: Abyss Blue guilloché grain-de-riz
Dimensions: 43 mm; 13.40 mm
Movement: PF354
Bracelet / Strap: Black leather strap with signed 18k gold buckle
Lug Width: 24mm
Condition Report:
Excellent, almost no signs of wear
Included:
Watch, box and papers
Warranty & Authenticity:
The watch comes with the Greenwich Time 24 Month Warranty alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
The Parmigiani Fleurier brand - a watch-making adventure that transcends the mundane - was created in Fleurier in 1996 and was guided by the passion of a man who remained faithful to the very essence of the watchmaker. Michel Parmigiani, master horologist, renowned restorer, and talented creator of mechanical time-keepers, dedicates his knowledge, which has been enriched by past and present teachings, to the benefit of the brand.
The Sandoz Family Foundation, who had tasked a young Michel Parmigiani to lead the restoration of their horological artifact collection, became interested in bringing Parmigiani's masterful work to the consumer market. In 1996, with the backing of the Sandoz Foundation, Parmigiani Fleurier was able to fit out its manufacturing workshops with the means to produce exceptionally high-quality goods. In less than 10 years, it achieved near complete vertical integration, and the industrial equipment deployed constitutes one of the rarest and most complete manufacturing workshops in Switzerland. The very essence of haute horology, such as attention to detail or the beauty of the embellishment of a simple or highly complicated movement, is the subject of great attention at Parmigiani Fleurier and is the reason for its international recognition.
Warranty
All Orders Come With The Greenwich Time 24-Month Warranty
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Full-Time Customer Service Team
Financing
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AT A GLANCE
Overview
Model: Tondagraph Tourbillon Chronograph
Circa: 2020
Dial: Abyss Blue guilloché grain-de-riz
Includes: Watch, box and papers
Condition: Excellent, almost no signs of wear
Case / Bracelet
Dimensions: 43 mm; 13.40 mm
Material: White gold
Bracelet / Strap: Black leather strap with signed 18k gold buckle
Lug Width: 24mm
Movement
Reference: PF600316.01
Caliber: PF354
Power Reserve: 65 Hours
OUR PERSPECTIVE
My thoughts on the Tondagraph Tourbillon Chronograph:
"I had the distinct honor of finding this remarkable piece its first home in 2021. Since then, it has seemingly vanished from the market. Now is a unique opportunity to own a noteworthy piece of Independent watchmaking in what may very well be the last use of the Caliber 354 by Parmigiani Fleurier."
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- Albert Trevino
Senior Curator