The Piaget Altiplano Petit Seconds watch is a beautiful addition to Piaget’s outstanding collection of dress timepieces.  At 40mm in diameter, this one should be a super dress watch for the modern man, attracting more interested buyers than the established 38mm size that has come to define the Altiplano Large.

What has not changed is the famous elegance that characterizes each creation of the house of Piaget.  Smoothness, grace, and impeccable craftsmanship define every minute element of the Altiplano case and dial; the sapphire crystal merges seamlessly with the bezel, making this a dress watch with few peers.  I love the “half-circle upon a circle” small seconds display, which adds just the slightest element of technical fascination, without spoiling the delightful minimalism. 

Bravo Piaget, for putting a sapphire crystal back on this one.  While the hand-engraved Piaget caseback is a work of art in its own right, its great that connoisseurs can get a glimpse of the slender treasures that animate Piaget watches.  Manufactured in house (as are all Piaget movements) the Caliber 838P is just 2.5mm in height–most impressive, needless to say!