Basel 2008: Parmigiani Fleurier Pershing Chronograph Watches

The Parmigiani Fleurier Pershing Chronograph watches available in two versions.  The Pershing Chronograph is presented in stainless steel, while the Pershing "One-One-Five" Chronograph is offered exclusively in 950 palladium or 18K rose gold; this limited edition model--offered in a series of 115 pieces in each metal--commemorates the 115-foot Pershing yacht which is the most prestigious vessel in the Pershing line.  The cases of each model are richly polished, with contrasting satin elements; they feature the elegant lug design familiar from Parmigiani's Kalpa watch collection, imbued with a distinctive flair borrowed from the hull design of a high-performance yacht.  The unidirectional bezel of these watches feature a graduated scale, and rubber elements on the edge to assist with a firm grip.  Rubber also adorns the oval chronograph pushers.   To go along with the seagoing theme of these timepieces, water resistance is rated at a highly secure 200m/660 feet.  Crystals are in sapphire.  

The Parmigiani Fleurier Pershing Chronograph watches are available in range of dials which evoke both beauty and technical fascination.  Presented in Graphite, Silver, Blu Metal, or Amaranth color schemes, the dials of the stainless steel models display a graceful vertical wave pattern, and a distinctive arrangement of applied hour figures.  The chronograph 30-minute and 12-hour subdials are united by a raised double-loop ring and the date appears in a semi-circular framed window in the upper left hand corner of the dial.  The unique "Delta" shaped hands are a elegant signature of the house of Parmigiani, and with their luminous coating are as
functional as they are attractive.  The limited edition "One-One-Five" models are presented with a tan or silver dial.  

Parmigiani Fleurier's exclusive Caliber 334 animates both variants of the Pershing Chronograph.  Manufactured by Parmigiani, the caliber reflects the passion for haute horlogerie which has defined all creations of the house since 1996; the bridges are beveled by hand, and feature a Cotes de Geneve pattern. Technically, the caliber offers a 50-hour power reserve, a date display, and chronograph central seconds, minutes and hours.  A small seconds display runs continually, so long as the watch is wound.  

The Parmigiani Fleurier Pershing Chronograph watch is presented on a Pershing-themed rubber strap and a deployant buckle in rose gold, palladium, or stainless steel, according to the model.  The stainless steel versions of the watch are also available on a matching stainless steel bracelet which features satinized center links, and a deployant safety clasp.  Each watch is fitted with a solid caseback that is secured by 8 screws.  The back displays an engraving of a Pershing yacht.