Since its launch in 2021, the Tonda PF Micro-Rotor has stood as one of Parmigiani Fleurier’s hallmark pieces, embodying modern design language. From its impeccably slim profile to the understated elegance of its dial architecture, each piece encapsulates the brand’s interpretation of Tranquil Luxury. This time, the series undergoes a fresh evolution—marking the brand’s first introduction of a gold and steel combination for the Tonda PF Micro-Rotor. This new dual-tone version, which masterfully blends stainless steel with 18K rose gold, elevates the design layers of the collection to a new level.
The all-new version retains the series’ iconic proportions: a case diameter of 40mm and a thickness of just 7.8mm. It features a polished and satin-finished stainless steel case, accented with rose gold details on the fluted bezel, crown, and center links. This blend of materials is seamless, with soft transitions in proportions, while the architectural contours remain distinct. The overall lines are sleek and sharp, delivering a high level of refinement both visually and in terms of wearability.
The watch face features a stunning hue known as Stone Blue, a lime blue that shifts between deep blue and gray-blue, revealing a captivating gradient of light and shadow depending on the angle of illumination—it’s both stable and modern in essence. At the center, hand-carved into a textured golden barley grain pattern of Grain d’Orge, the details are meticulously executed. The hour markers are crafted from rose gold-plated rhodium, harmonizing beautifully with the hollow triangular hands, ensuring that while the design maintains a high level of recognition, it also retains a clean visual focus. This timepiece does not include a date window, emphasizing the purity and consistency of time display.
The Tonda PF Micro-Rotor series is built around the brand’s self-manufactured PF703 automatic winding movement, which is its core. This movement boasts a thickness of just 3.07 millimeters, combining a streamlined design with precision. It features a 22K rose gold micro rotor engraved with a pattern that echoes the watch dial, closely fitting the main plate, which not only reduces the overall thickness but also maintains winding efficiency and stability. The movement operates at a frequency of 21,600 beats per hour, offers a power reserve of 48 hours, and is elegantly finished with Geneva waves, ‘pearl’ patterning, and chamfering, all visible through the transparent sapphire case back.
The bracelet continues the two-tone theme, crafted from a blend of stainless steel and rose gold links intertwined in a stunning design. The chain design finishes off naturally, with a smooth transition at the lugs that hugs the wrist’s curves perfectly when worn. Equipped with a stainless steel folding clasp, it not only enhances wearing stability but also maintains a consistently understated style.
Although Parmigiani Fleurier previously launched a 36mm gold and steel version of the Tonda PF Automatic series, that model was somewhat on the smaller side, primarily targeting those who appreciate unisex designs or possess slimmer wrists. This time around, the Tonda PF Micro-Rotor in gold and steel showcases a more substantial 40mm size. Its dimensions, design language, and technical specifications are all more complete, aligning closer to the original men’s positioning of the series. For those seeking a perfect balance between everyday wearability and luxurious mechanical quality, this represents a significant upgrade.
The Tonda PF Micro-Rotor in gold and stainless steel is not just introducing a new material combination to the series, but also enhancing its design expression. The contrasting tones of rose gold and stainless steel complement the vibrant hues of the lime blue dial, bringing a subtle yet lively touch that suits watch enthusiasts who appreciate quiet aesthetics, value craftsmanship, and seek a bit more variation for their daily wear. Whether you’re a brand devotee or a collector encountering Parmigiani Fleurier for the first time, this two-tone version presents an incredibly appealing choice, priced at HKD248,000.
