Piaget - Altiplano Ultimate Concept Midnight Blue G0A47507

Piaget unveiled the Altiplano Ultimate Concept Midnight Blue ref. G0A47507, the latest version of its ultra-thin timepiece (2mm). Price €383,000

Piaget has unveiled the Altiplano Ultimate Concept Midnight Blue, the latest interpretation of its exceptionally thin timepiece first introduced as a functional prototype in 2018 and then brought to the market in 2020 (you can read our presentation article here).

Comprised of 167 individual components, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept was developed and produced entirely in-house by Piaget's dedicated Research and Innovation division in a process that required the filing of no fewer than five patents, including a case that forms part of the movement, a unique, integrated winding crown, an ultra-thin crystal and new constructions for the barrel and energy regulation.

Characterised by a deep and fascinating blue tone, the new Altiplano Ultimate Concept Midnight Blue ref. G0A47507 showcases an even more essential design, even closer to the Maison's historic colour. 

This version is a first for Piaget, as previous hours and minutes Altiplano Ultimate Concept models were designed on commission and personalised for each customer.

Its 41 mm case is made of a special cobalt alloy to resist torsion, allowing for a 25% reduction in thickness compared to a precious metal. And, despite its 2 mm thickness, it guarantees water resistance  up to 20 meters / 66 feet.

Wheels were reduced from a conventional thickness of 0.20 mm to 0.12 mm and the sapphire crystal, normally 1 mm thick in a standard watch, being pared-down by 80 per cent to an unbelievable 0.2 mm. 

The visible mainspring barrel is mounted on a single, ceramic ball-bearing within the frame of the watch and enables the 4Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) movement to run for up to 40 hours when fully wound.

The flat crown aligns seamlessly with the case band - a construction that protects both the crown and the movement from unwanted shock. The conventional sliding pinion clutch and crown wheel are substituted for a single, 'infinite screw'.

Due to the dial's off-centre position, a patented 'staggered' stem was developed since a conventional straight winding stem could not be used.

The traditional hour hand has been substituted with a revolving indicator disc, while the minute hand functions in the usual manner.

Unlike the conventional setup with a dial and two hands placed atop a bridge, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept incorporates a dial positioned beneath the bridge. This design choice ensures protection against any contact with the remarkably thin crystal, even if it were temporarily deformed due to an impact.

The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Midnight Blue ref. G0A47507 is paired with an ultra-thin alligator leather strap secured by an ultra-thin cobalt pin buckle. Its price is Euro 383,000. piaget.com