In 2010, Parmigiani flips all the mechanical components of the new calibre Bugatti PF 372 onto a vertical axis, retaining the lateral time display so appreciated by car drivers.

-        In a world premiere, Parmigiani has successfully developed a 90° time setting system – the dial is positioned perpendicular to the axis – by integrating a system of double pinions with bevel gearing.

-        The manually-wound Calibre Parmigiani 372 (power reserve of 10 days) was designed in two planes in order to match the contours of the new Bugatti watch.

-        The complete PF 372 movement was designed and produced by the Parmigiani manufacture.

-        Six sapphire crystals reveal the 337 impressive components of the new Bugatti Super Sport.

-        The highly tapered profile of the Bugatti Super Sport recalls the iconic form of the lugs on a Parmigiani watch case.

-        The openworked oval dial, inclined on a 60-degree axis and made from carbon fibre in honour of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport, shows the hours and minutes.

-        The “gold black”, côtes de Genève and satin finishes on the bridges, and the 3-dimensional turn-in angles on the train wheel bridge reflect Parmigiani’s exacting standards.

-        The dynamometric crown, perfectly integrated just above the profile, allows settings to be made with a slight pressure.

FROM:HODINKEE