Appreciation of the Piaget Altiplano Series White Gold Diamond-Set Ultra-Thin Watch

　　PiagetIn addition to possessing exquisite diamond-setting techniques that transport women into a dreamworld, Piaget also pursues ultra-thin watchmaking. We know that at the 2014 Geneva Watch Exhibition,PiagetPiaget once again introduced its latest ultra-thin series models. Next, I will present to you an Altiplano series white gold diamond-set ultra-thin watch, with the official model reference: G0A36138.

　　Introduction to the Piaget Altiplano Series White Gold Diamond-Set Ultra-Thin Watch

　　Piaget can be proud that, even today, it remains one of the few brands in the world to hold the highest honour of being a "manufacture integration", meaning that all production processes, from design, research, and development to manufacturing, are completed by the brand itself, which is very rare in today's watch industry.

　　This watch features a 43 mm diameter design, housed in a 18K white gold case. The case is set with 88 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.8 carats, with a white dial design paired with baton hour markers.

　　This ultra-thin white gold watch is the perfect embodiment of simplicity and classicism, upholding Piaget's tradition of elegance and refinement. This highly contemporary Altiplano watch is the pinnacle of minimalism, with which Piaget has pushed micro-mechanical technology to its limits, setting two new records in the field of ultra-thin watches: thanks to the assembly of a micro-rotor, the movement thickness is only 2.35 mm, making it the thinnest automatic mechanical movement on the market today, while the watch thickness is also only 5.25 mm. The bezel is pavé-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighting its simple and elegant character.

　　The watch is fitted with a black alligator leather strap, stitched with black silk thread, and the buckle features a pin buckle crafted from 18K white gold, engraved with Piaget's classic logo.

　　The watch thickness is only 5.25 mm. For an automatic watch, such a thickness can be described as a miracle. The watch is powered by the Piaget manufacture 1208P automatic mechanical movement, which has its thickness controlled at 2.35 mm, which must be said to be a miraculous existence.

　　The watch features a 43 mm diameter design, with baton hour markers paired with baton hands for clear and legible reading. A small seconds sub-dial is located at 5 o'clock on the silver-plated dial, adding a touch of decoration to the clean dial.

　　The watch is powered by the Piaget manufacture 1208P automatic mechanical movement, which shares the same lineage as the prestigious 12P movement and is currently the thinnest movement in the world. To achieve the record-breaking thinness of 2.35 mm, the Piaget manufacture poured all its rich experience accumulated in the ultra-thin field into crafting precision movement components. Some gears in the movement are only 0.12 mm thick, as thin as a hair. The distance between gears is also minimised to just 0.1 mm. In addition, the movement is equipped with a balance stop device. To utilise space efficiently, a rose gold off-centre micro-rotor is positioned at 9 o'clock on the movement, engraved with the Piaget coat of arms. Additionally, an off-centre small seconds hand is located at 5 o'clock. The 1208P movement perfectly embodies the innovative spirit of the Piaget manufacture. In addition to the aforementioned features, it is paired with a gear train decorated with sunburst motifs and a special index assembly, engraved with the Piaget initial "P" as the brand's secret signature. Decorative details such as circular Côtes de Genève, a circular-grained mainplate, bevelled bridges, the oscillating weight engraved with the Piaget coat of arms and limited edition number, and blued steel screws showcase the aesthetic standards upheld by this Swiss watchmaker, making this movement even more outstanding.

　　Having read this far, I would like to recommend an Audemars Piguet watch also crafted in white gold. Interested friends can add WeChat for enquiries.

　　Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Sports Watch 15703ST.OO.A002CA.01

　　Review:

　　The watch has a pragmatic and minimalist overall aesthetic, with 8 white gold screws on the stainless steel case highlighting a strong industrial style.

　　On the black grid-pattern dial, the hour and minute hands as well as the indices feature luminescence, ensuring you can accurately read the time even in darker environments.

　　The watch is paired with a rubber strap, giving it a highly sporty look.

　　Compared to the previous version, the angle of the hexagonal screws on the front is now more precise.

　　The printing and reflective effect of the date display are now more similar to the genuine article.

　　The dial and indices are identical to the genuine version, successfully recreating the beautiful, textured three-dimensional relief found on the original.

　　Summary: The above is an introduction to the Piaget Altiplano white gold diamond-set ultra-thin watch. Additionally, the Audemars Piguet watch I recommend to you features exquisite craftsmanship and guaranteed quality. Friends interested in purchasing are welcome to add WeChat for enquiries.

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