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Insider: The New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Steel. Triangular Guilloché at Its Best.

A perfect addition for the summer is the new Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph in stainless steel. This new collection seamlessly marries horological precision with a refined, sporty aesthetic, tailored to those who appreciate beauty in simplicity and find sophistication in sportive elegance. This new in-house chronograph from Parmigiani Fleurier is available in three different color combinations including —from left to right— Arctic Grey, London Grey, and Milano Blue.


Things to Know About the Watch

An integrated chronograph with sporty elegance, the new Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Steel ref. PFC931-1020001-400182-EN is equipped with a stainless case measuring 42 mm in diameter and 12.9 mm in thickness. Its knurled bezel comprises 160 incisions, rather than the 225 incisions on the bezel of the regular Tonda PF collection, creating a bolder play of light and reflection that underlines its sportier character. The dial is decorated with a hand guilloché with a ‘triangular nail’ pattern and the applied hour markers are coated with black SuperLuminova.

A signature of Parmigiani Fleurier, the knurled bezel in this model boasts pronounced notches, setting it apart from the regular collection with a bold, distinctive look. The ‘Clou Triangulaire’ guilloché dial features a captivating triangular hobnail pattern that beautifully catches and reflects the light. The flange with a minute and 10th of a second scale, along with the counters are meticulously color-matched to ensure aesthetic harmony.

The Tonda PF Sport Chronograph transcends its primary function to become an object of modern elegance, a symbol of hedonism and sporting escape. Whether to enhance moments of relaxation and leisure or to bring a touch of refinement to sporting events without stealing the show, this watch adapts with ease.

The dial with highly contrasting chronograph counters in Milano Blue —Navy—, London Grey —almost taupe—, or Arctic Grey —Light Blue— are positioned in a tri-compax layout with running seconds at 6 o’clock, 12-hour chrono register at 9 o’clock, a 30-minute chrono register at 3 o’clock and a very small and discreet date aperture between 4 and 5 o’clock. The triangular nail hand guilloché is exquisitely executed and the counters are all smooth and slightly grainy finished with white transfers.

The new Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Steel is delivered on a rubber strap texturized to resemble a sailcloth. The straps are equipped with a double folding clasp in stainless steel.


The Movement

Turning the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Steel over reveals the automatic calibre PF070/6710 exquisitely finished with a skeletonized oscillating weight in 22K rose gold designed to evoke the steering wheel of the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO.

This in-house automatic movement is COSC-certified and is an integrated chronograph with a column wheel mechanism, beating at a high-beat frequency of 36,000 vph it offers a 65-hour power reserve. This 315-part movement with 42 jewels is a real treat for the eyes.


On the Wrist & Price

On the wrist, the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Steel wears true to its size and exudes a harmonious blend of sportiness and elegance on the wrist. Its robust 42 mm stainless steel case houses a sophisticated dial with highly contrasting registers and the delta-shaped hands are easy to read. Additionally, the chronograph function adds a practical touch for timing activities as well as an enhanced sporty appeal. Paired with its comfortable rubber strap, the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph in steel is versatile enough to accompany you from the office to the great outdoors with effortless style.

Sticker Price CHF 27,900 —approx USD 30,900. For more info on Parmigiani Fleurier click here.