Piaget Altiplano 910P & Ultimate Concept Tourbillon: The World's Ultra-Thin Timepiece Gets A Bold Khaki Green Makeover
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Where millimeters matter more than millions, Piaget has once again demonstrated why it remains at the forefront of ultra-thin watchmaking innovation. The Swiss luxury manufacturer has unveiled its latest iteration of the celebrated Altiplano Ultimate Automatic watch, now dressed in a striking combination of khaki green and 18K yellow gold that breathes new life into this technical tour de force.
A Legacy Written in Millimeters
The Altiplano collection has long served as Piaget's canvas for pushing the boundaries of thinness in mechanical watchmaking. The Altiplano 910P was first launched in 2018 and impressed back then for being the thinnest automatic watch ever, at only 4.3mm in height. While the brand may have since ceded this record to competitors like Bulgari, the technical achievement remains nothing short of extraordinary. This latest khaki green edition maintains the same revolutionary 4.30mm case thickness that made the original such a sensation, housed within a refined 41mm diameter case crafted from lustrous 18K yellow gold. The marriage of military-inspired green with precious metal creates an unexpected yet harmonious aesthetic that speaks to both contemporary tastes and timeless luxury.
The genius of the Altiplano Ultimate Automatic lies not just in its slim profile, but in the innovative engineering solutions that make such thinness possible. The construction of the 41mm Altiplano Ultimate Automatic calibre 910P is truly revolutionary, relying on two clever watchmaking tricks. First, winding is done by a peripheral rotor circling the movement, avoiding adding some of the thickness implied by a classic centrally-mounted rotor. Second, the caseback actually serves as the main plate for the movement, once again removing one layer from the classic construction. The Manufacture 910P movement represents the culmination of decades of ultra-thin expertise, tracing its lineage back to the groundbreaking 2mm manual-winding 9P caliber introduced in 1957, followed by the revolutionary 12P automatic movement that measured just 2.3mm when presented at the 1960 Basel Fair.
The Art of Khaki: A New Chapter in Color
This new interpretation embraces khaki green as the main colour, adorned with yellow gold accents. The entire movement has been meticulously coated in this sophisticated military-inspired hue, creating a striking visual impact that extends throughout the watch's architecture. The recessed, off-centered time display features elegant yellow gold hands that provide perfect contrast against the green backdrop. In a thoughtful design detail, it draws direct inspiration from the AUC Tourbillon, with the same subtle cross-shaped pattern appearing on the dial screws. This creates visual continuity across Piaget's ultra-thin family while adding textural interest to the minimalist design philosophy. The watch is completed with a matching green alligator leather strap that echoes the movement's coloring, creating a cohesive aesthetic statement that feels both contemporary and rooted in horological tradition.
Technical Specifications That Impress
- Case: 41mm diameter, 18K yellow gold
- Thickness: 4.30mm (among the thinnest automatic watches ever created)
- Movement: Manufacture 910P ultra-thin automatic mechanical movement
- Dial: Khaki green with off-center time display
- Hands: 18K yellow gold
- Strap: Green alligator leather
- Water Resistance: Suitable for daily wear
The Ultra-Thin Race Continues
While Piaget may no longer hold the absolute record for thinness in automatic watches, the Altiplano Ultimate Automatic 910P remains a masterclass in technical achievement and aesthetic refinement. As one of the main competitors in the battle for the thinnest watches, Piaget has had quite a few records on its hands, using the emblematic Altiplano watch collection as the vessel to deliver record-thin models.
The introduction of this khaki green variant demonstrates that innovation in luxury watchmaking extends beyond mere technical specifications to encompass fresh interpretations of established masterpieces. It's a reminder that in haute horlogerie, evolution often matters more than revolution. The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Automatic in khaki green represents more than just a new colorway—it's a bold statement about the future of ultra-thin watchmaking. By combining the technical prowess of the celebrated 910P movement with a contemporary aesthetic vision, Piaget has created a timepiece that honors its heritage while speaking directly to modern sensibilities.
