MTF[PuristS]
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Not Photo-Shop but...
Jul 13, 2009,08:51 AM
wmclarenf1,
The hands on that piece can look grey or black as seen in these shots on the same wrist from our PuristS on Tour visit to the manufacture in 2008. It depends on the angle of reflection for that 'black-finish'. The photos were taken by the Woo brothers, as watermarked, but I don't remember whose wrist it was 
It is NOT strictly-speaking a "skeletonised" movement as that is a different technique of metal removal and decoration. This is meant to be a modern interpretation of open-work in a 'Tech' style that the haute horlogerie houses in the Richemont Group seem to be trying e.g. Cartier, Piaget and JLC to start with a few....
Alas, when Piaget states it is a boutique-unique edition, they will honour their word. So, it is unlikely to cease to be so, if you have set your heart on this piece......Time -- is of the Essence.
This was the one piece at the PuristS' Visit that gained 12 votes out of 16 PuristS present as the 'base' for any hypothetical future Piaget PuristS Edition.........
Regards,
MTF
This message has been edited by MTF on 2009-07-13 08:51:48
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I think I found my dress watch of choice
By: ArthurSG : July 13th, 2009-01:40
I paid the Piaget boutique a visit today to take a hands on look at the Altiplano 38mm. The very kind and accomodating staff then kindly suggested I take a look at the Atiplano Squelette for something a bit more interesting but still dressy. Wow! That was...
Not Photo-Shop but...
By: MTF : July 13th, 2009-08:51
wmclarenf1, The hands on that piece can look grey or black as seen in these shots on the same wrist from our PuristS on Tour visit to the manufacture in 2008. It depends on the angle of reflection for that 'black-finish'. The photos were taken by the Woo ...
Excellent choice!
By: DRMW : July 14th, 2009-09:28
Hello wmclarenf1! I think that the Piaget Altiplano skeleton is fantastic! It's one of those pieces that I instantly liked when I saw it. -MW
Excellent choice!
By: Allen : July 14th, 2009-12:12
It had the most votes from the Purists who visited the factory last year.
The boutique just called
By: ArthurSG : July 15th, 2009-01:26
And the only Squelette they have which is the one I saw is sold and prices will be moved up 8% after 1 Aug. Hmmm...... If it is to be, it will be I guess.
Bummer wmclarenf1...
By: DRMW : July 15th, 2009-04:05
Don't give up! Have you tried contacting another boutique? Maybe try contacting Piaget directly to see if they can locate one for you in your area. Hope to see one on your wrist. -MW
Sorry, mate......
By: MTF : July 15th, 2009-05:51
but I did hint that "he who hesitates....." Ask about other boutiques' stock because that is how they found me the last piece of another model from another continent. Good luck, MTF
in the interest of accuracy, price increases
By: MTF : July 17th, 2009-02:11
are variable across different models and not a blanket 8%. This particular model may move only 3%. As per PuristS tradition, we don't discuss actual prices but people should know that a generic small increase may be imminent. Regards, MTF
US Piaget Boutique's Telephone Numbers!
By: MechanicalThug : July 17th, 2009-13:13
Here you go! There are only four boutiques in the US! Work your way down the list and give them a call.. Goodluck buddy! =) Costa Mesa, California: (714)361-2020 Las Vegas, Nevada: (702)418-3033 Bal Harbour, Florida: (305)861-5475 New York, New York: (212...
