Lot #3924
Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Metrographe PFC274-0000600-HC3142 Blue Dial
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Introduction
Founded in 1996 by Michel Parmigiani, thanks to the support of the Sandoz Family Foundation, Parmigiani Fleurier has quickly become one of the quiet giants of exquisite Swiss watchmaking. Thanks to their connection to the Sandoz family, Parmigiani Fleurier has been able to draw from technical resources that rival those of the biggest brands in the business. With access to Vaucher Manufacture, suppliers of movements to Richard Mille, Hermes, and other powerhouse brands, Parmigiani Fleurier certainly has the watchmaking heft behind them to perform just as well on the international stage as anyone else, even if their name isnt as recognisable as some others. Epitomizing elegance, the Parmigiani Fleurier Metrographe ref. PFC274-0000600-HC3142 features a sophisticated blue dial and is offered on a stainless steel case that offers a refined yet modern aesthetic through its 40mm diameter. Known for its slim 11.7mm profile, for a chronograph, the Tonda Metrographe achieves this profile through its meticulously engineered cal. PF315 automatic movement, which is only 6.1mm thick and comes from Parmigiani Fleurier’s in-house department. Boasting a clean blue dial, the Metrographe ref. PFC274-0000600-HC3142’S display is adorned with slender hour markers and elegant hands that mean this timepiece hits a striking and perfect balance between classic design and contemporary style like so many other watches from Parmigiani Fleurier. Boasting a trio of asymmetric subdials – two PALE green ones for its chronograph functions and one blue running seconds at 3 o’clock - the Metrographe sports an unusual dial layout that feeds into its unique design.
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Grade
M 9.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$4,000 – $6,000
The Details
Brand
Parmigiani Fleurier
Dimensions
40mm x 11.7mm
Model
Tonda Metrographe
Movement
Automatic cal. PF315
Reference
PFC274-0000600-HC3142
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
Circa 2016
Condition
Like new
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box, and papers
Dial Color
Blue
THE DIAL
Fitted with a blue dial with a trio of asymmetrical subdials, the Metrographe's chronograph functions are linked to its larger pale green registers, with the smaller blue register at 3 o'clock displaying its running seconds.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Designed with the Tonda's signature aesthetic in mind, the Metrographe remains thin thanks to its cal. PF315 movement and unique on the wrist thanks to its angular lug design and sharp bezel.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
The watch is in overall like-new condition. The steel case has some light handling marks. The watch comes complete with boxes and papers. AMENDMENT: The listing previously indicated the dial was black when the dial is in fact blue.
Our Perspective
A wonderfully unusual chronograph that speaks to Parmigiani's distinctive way of doing things, the Metrograph is a refined and elegant yet unapologetically modern timepiece that effortlessly appeals to the watchmaker's admirers.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder