The Piaget Polo Skeleton collection introduces ceramic for the first time, marking a new chapter in the Maison’s history.
Piaget transforms ceramic into a symbol of elegance and distinction, underscoring its dedication to watchmaking excellence and innovation.
After three years of development, the Piaget Polo Skeleton seamlessly integrates ceramic with the art of skeletonization. Featuring a sleek jet-black finish within the Polo’s ultra-thin, second-skin design, it invites exploration beyond the surface, infusing bold modernity into Piaget’s iconic collection.
The Piaget Polo collection is the perfect platform to introduce ceramic. Since its debut in 1979, Piaget Polo has symbolized sporting elegance and 1980s glamour, catering to a sophisticated, jet-set clientele.
Originally crafted in gold with signature gadroons, it has evolved with new materials and innovations, including the Piaget Polo S in steel (2016) and features like a date model, perpetual calendar, and interchangeable straps. The Polo collection remains true to its sleek, ultra-thin proportions, offering a sophisticated watch for everyday wear.
Piaget now combines ceramic with skeletonization, rooted in its history of crafting intricate skeleton watches since 1948. The Polo collection highlights Piaget’s expertise, exemplified by the famous Miles Davis’s 1984 Piaget Polo. This watch featured a double diamond bezel and an openwork dial, with lugs reflecting the Polo's polished gadroons. The collection has also showcased gem-set skeleton timepieces and innovative designs like the 600P tourbillon in the early 2000s.
The biggest challenge in developing the new Piaget Polo Skeleton Ceramic was integrating ceramic into the ultra-thin design. Creating slim, waterproof, yet robust ceramic components required rethinking the watch's construction and building a new case from scratch. A titanium container, treated with black DLC, anchors the ceramic case and components, including a two-part case, crown, and bezel, resulting in a powerful tone-on-tone look. Despite its 7.5mm thickness, only 1mm more than existing models, it remains an engineering marvel.
Powered by the ultra-thin 1200S1 self-winding caliber, the watch features striking Superluminova accents on the indexes, hands, and Piaget logo on the oscillating weight, enhancing its dynamic design. It also offers versatility with the SingleTouch interchangeable strap system, allowing it to be fitted with a black or blue rubber strap.
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