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KALPA wine barrel series new watch unveiled at the 2018 Geneva International High Watch Exhibition

· The iconic Kalpa series adds a new barrel-type movement with a barrel-type watch. · The aesthetic standards of the same strain at the time. · Three new men's watches at the 2018 Geneva International Haute Horlogerie show: Kalpa Chronor, Kalpagraphe Chronomètre and Kalpa Hebdomadaire

The Kalpa watch has been a symbol of Parmigiani since its inception in 2001. The latest models introduced at the Geneva International Watch & Clock Show in 2018 reinterpreted the authentic design features in a rigorous manner, with a self-developed barrel-type movement. The iconic barrel-shaped case, drop-shaped lugs, and low-key dial with triangular hands all follow the design philosophy of golden ratio, design proportion coordination, and legibility. The new self-made movement follows the first barrel-shaped design movement created by founder Michel Parmigiani 20 years ago. The three new products are Kalpa Chronor, Kalpagraphe Chronomètre, and Kalpa Hebdomadaire. The barrel-type movement with a barrel shape completely explains the brand's consistent basic philosophy.
As the first barrel-shaped watch created by Michel Parmigiani, the Kalpa series has become a brand symbol in many aspects: a barrel-shaped case, teardrop-shaped lugs, and a harmonious balance for design purposes; follow the ergonomics The design outline of the design principle is carefully crafted; the functional display area is low-key and elegant; no matter whether it is a metal bracelet or a leather strap, it seamlessly blends. The fashion logo design is based on the golden ratio, thanks to the design philosophy of Mr. Michel Parmigiani.
Kalpa's landmark logo also derives from its technical characteristics: in 1998, Michel Parmigiani led the brand's watchmakers to develop the first barrel movement. Since then, the Kalpa watch collection has refined the range of men's and women's wristwatches to become the brand's logo style, inheriting the concept of "being the same" as Michele Parmigiani.

Return to the source
The history of Kalpa can be traced back to when the brand was founded. At that time, the brand founder, watchmaker and restorer Michel Parmigiani created the first self-made watch movement PF110. This hand-wound movement with its unique barrel shape and innovative power reserve indicator, is of exceptional quality. The double barrel provides 8 days of power storage and excellent rate stability. For contemporary watches, this performance is very rare. The development of non-traditional round watch movements has always been a key design element at the time. In the process of development, Michel Parmigiani has just begun to use the design of the spherical cap, and pay attention to the watch's appearance and lugs attractive fusion, in order to achieve an ergonomic overall effect. Therefore, the famous drop-shaped ear came out, inspired by the logarithmic spiral of the golden ratio. Mr. Parmigiani once said that “natural world, natural proportions, and natural curves are all creative materials.” In this sense, Kalpa's name is very appropriate, which means that human behavior and the natural order of the universe coexist in harmony.

Harmonious newborn
Kalpa has become a symbol of the Parmigiani brand with its unique aesthetic design, ergonomic design and comfort, and now adds charm through new features. First, the movement of the barrel blends with the well-designed barrel-shaped case. This is both a technological crystallization and aesthetic creation, highlighting the brand's leading technological achievements. Parmigiani Watchmaking Network has taken 100% of the production process, from the gossamer to the gear, from the case to the dial, and all aspects of the relevant components, combined with harmonious design and consistent purpose. Three new Kalpa men's watches perfectly embody the spirit of excellence and openness. They are all accompanied by the brand's independently developed barrel movements: pure rose gold PF365 movement, PF362 movement and PF110 movement. Two of the watches are equipped with self-winding chronograph movements, and the other is a manual winding movement with eight days of power storage built on the basis of the first movement in 1998.

The beauty of the details <br> The new Kalpa series has an inner “heart” that is new to life; it is an extension of the series that pursues consistent style and perfection. Therefore, all aspects of the design have been carefully re-examined to ensure that the original proportion of harmony and design features will not be destroyed. Designers strive for balance, comfort, and readability to create a modern style while respecting the original design and characteristics of the watch. The barrel-shaped case contours and curves have been redesigned to incorporate ergonomic principles that perfectly fit the wrist. Compact lines without losing modernity, and adding details to the three-dimensional design, adding to the overall appearance of personality and vitality. The familiar, slim, curved drop-shaped lugs are redesigned to better fit the case. The crown is enlarged, and the barrel-shaped arc is larger. Especially in the back, the movement and the case are seamlessly integrated. The 22K gold is automatically displayed. The pendulum is decorated with the iconic wheat grain pattern of Parmigiani.
In terms of display design, balance and readability have become the focus, and the low profile has been refined. The details of the dial are elegant and clear, with different levels of decoration, alternating with hand-cut patterns, snails, and matte finishes, and hand-stitched time-stamps. Both the movement and the automatic oscillating stones are machined with patterns. One of the main characteristics of the watch surface is the triangular pointer, which has been resized and has a luminous coating. The date window is clearly readable at 12 o'clock. The window is a semi-circular design that can display three date numbers. Some of the style numbers "1" are bright red or gold powder, meaning monthly starts. Finally, the new Kalpa, as its founder, Michel Parmigiani, hopes: Combining the expertise of its watchmakers and restorers with the creativity of the watchmakers, by following the proportions and harmony found in nature Designing the future.

KALPA CHRONOR
Kalpa Chronor is impressive as the Kalpa series' strong watch, equipped with the industry's first pure gold self-winding integrated chronograph movement. The watch size is 48.2 x 40.4mm, and the movement material is made of 18K rose gold by hand. Polished to a depth of 30 meters. The PF365 movement with the Swiss Observatory Official Accreditation (COSC), which was developed in six years, has a high frequency oscillation of 36,000 vibrations/hour (5 Hz), ensuring a reading accuracy of one tenth of a second; power storage About 65 hours, with column wheel and vertical clutch device, to ensure accuracy and wearing comfort. The 18K pink gold material makes this movement unique. The material has good ductility, so the processing is very complicated, which further highlights the rare quality and expertise in design, splint hollowing and decoration. In addition, this movement is equipped with a variable inertia balance wheel, fixed with a cross-over bridge, which improves stability and shock resistance. For the dial display, the PF365 movement provides hours, minutes, small seconds and chronograph second hand functions, as well as a tachometer and calendar window. On the back of the dial, a large barrel-shaped opening with a sapphire crystal glass mirror gives a glimpse of the new barrel movement. Movement with 22K gold automatic oscillating motif with wheat motif motif. The 18K yellow gold black dial features a shot-forging treatment in the center and a hand-woven weave pattern detail on the outer ring, with a worm-shaped chronograph dial. Timing discs are designed to increase the position slightly above the center point, making it easier to read values. At 12 o'clock, a semi-circular date window with a gold silhouette with a white dial and gold powder decorates the number 1. Triangular luminous coated pointer with hand-mounted 18K rose gold facet markings. The time scale is also treated with a luminous coating. Hermès black crocodile leather strap with folding clasp. Limited to 50 pieces.

KALPAGRAPHE CHRONOMETRE
Kalpagraphe Chronomètre is presented in deep blue and rare colors, as well as 18K rose gold. It also provides the most practical and mainstream chronograph functions at the moment to underline the overall appreciation of the watch. The watch is equipped with a new barrel-type self-winding PF362 movement and is certified by the Swiss Observatory (COSC). Its functions include timing, hours, minutes, small seconds, speed, date display, and 65 hours of power storage. The calibre was developed in six years and has a high frequency oscillation of 36,000 vibrations/hour (5 Hz) to ensure one-tenth of a second reading accuracy. In addition, the movement is equipped with a column wheel and a vertical clutch device. To ensure accuracy and user comfort. Its variable inertial balance wheel is secured by a splint that ensures strength and impact stability. It is perfectly matched to the hand-polished 48.2 x 40.4 mm barrel-shaped case, water-resistant to 30 meters, elegantly decorated with a sapphire crystal caseback, and an automatic 22K gold-grain pattern. The dial is a multi-layered design: the PVD-coated deep blue center area is matched with a peening satin finish; the hand-embedded time-marked radial embossed pattern outer ring; the two gold-plated worm-shaped dials; chamfering and grinding speed Meter, semi-circle date instant jump window and fan-shaped small seconds display area. The triangular pointer is a luminous design. The timing dial is slightly off center. The semicircular calendar disc displays three date numbers. Each detail creates a balanced and readable humanized design. The deep blue Hermes crocodile leather strap with rose gold folding clasp is the crowning touch.

KALPA HEBDOMADAIRE
To pay tribute to the Kalpa series and the brand's first barrel-shaped movement, Kalpa Hebomadaire appeared as a new generation member. The manually wound movement PF110 was developed by Michel Parmigiani in 1998 and received the Innovation Award the following year. It features the provision of up to 8 days of power storage via two serial barrels. It is the brand's signature movement, providing hour and minute indication, small seconds at 6 o'clock, date display and power reserve indication. The detail processing of this movement is consistent with that of the other new Kalpa watches: the inner-tile corrugated pattern, the chamfered splint and the circular frosted design, with a panoramic view through the bottom cover of the gemstone, and a large barrel-shaped opening showing the same Perfect matching of 18K rose gold case. 21,600 vibrations/hour (3 Hz) frequency oscillation. The dark black dial is decorated in detail on different levels. The central area, the small seconds chronograph and the power storage scale are adorned with shot pebbles, and the outer ring is a weave pattern detailing the weaving effect, highlighting the elegance of the watch collection. The triangular pointer with a luminous coating is also unique, and it is accompanied by a luminous surface coated manual marking and a central "rail-type" minute scale. The date number "1" in the instantaneous date display window at 12 o'clock is red. The new Kalpa Hebdomadaire watch is waterproof to a depth of 30 meters, 42.3 x 32.1 mm size, with a rose gold folding buckle and Hermes black crocodile leather strap, providing unparalleled comfort and fashion style.