An elegant manufacture chronograph cast in brooding Cermet
Parmigiani Fleurier is the first watchmaker to craft a complete case in Cermet – a hybrid of titanium and ceramic. From the case middle to the pushers, every detail has been designed with extreme precision, requiring a full day of assembly and 72 distinct components. Its satin-polished anthracite case subtly captures light, enhancing its modern aesthetic. Cermet’s properties allow it to reflect light uniquely, providing metallic reflections while maintaining minimalist elegance. The dial, treated in Blackor (9-carat gold-nickel deposit), sports a distinctive grey-black hue, enhancing the metallic elegance of the timepiece.
Neither pure ceramic nor metal, Cermet is a composite and scratch-resistant material combining the hardness and high-temperature resistant properties of ceramic with the lightness of metal. These exceptional qualities make it a mainstay alloy in aerospace and many cutting-edge technologies. With a hardness of 1450 HV (Vickers), it has a cold touch and a unique ability to reflect light, enhancing its luxurious appearance. This cool sensation to the touch, characteristic of Cermet, adds an unprecedented sensory dimension to the watchmaking experience. The fine structure of the material accentuates its interaction with light, offering subtle visual depth that changes according to the angle and intensity of lighting.
The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph reveals the meticulous attention to detail with which it was conceived and crafted by Fleurier's watchmaking center. A signature of the Swiss maker, the knurled bezel in this model boasts pronounced notches, setting it apart from the regular collection with a bold, distinctive look. The guilloché dial features a captivating triangular hobnail pattern that beautifully catches and reflects the light. The timing flange and totalizers are meticulously color-matched to ensure complete aesthetic harmony. This timepiece is a masterful blend of technical precision and elegant sportiness.
This spectacular chronograph is powered by Parmigiani's own COSC-certified PF070 caliber, an automatic manufacture movement. With a column wheel and high-beat frequency of 36,000Vph (5 Hz), it combines stunning accuracy with 65 hours of power reserve. The 22-carat rose gold skeletonized oscillating weight and satin-finished open-worked bridges with hand-beveled edges add a touch of sophistication.
Affixed in seamless fashion to the case is a custom rubber strap with its own texturized Cordura rubber surface, designed to withstand all outdoor conditions while balancing the quiet sophistication and prestige encapsulated by a fine Parmigiani Fleurier watch.
Specifications
- Case: 42.00 mm Cermet
- Thickness: 12.9 mm
- Movement: Calibre PF070-COSC (automatic winding with hours, minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph) with 315 components, 42 jewels
- Caseback: Sapphire exhibition with newly designed 22k rose gold oscillating weight, skeletonized with more sporty touches, inspired by the steering wheel of the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO
- Frequency & Power reserve: 5 Hz – 36'000 A/h, 65 hour power reserve
- Water-Resistance: 100 m
- Crystal: ARunic anti-reflective sapphire
- Dial: London Gray, clou triangulaire guilloché pattern with delta-shaped hands and Rhodium-plated applied hour markers
- Strap: Textured rubber with stainless steel folding clasp
