Europastar
reports that the Parmigiani Fleurier Bugatti Type 370 watch was recently honored as the “Watch of the Year
2006” by the Japanese press. The unique watch has a transversal movement and is designed with a
vertically-oriented face for easy viewing while driving. The watch's movement can be seen through six sapphire crystals
in the eight-piece gold case. The watch's 10-day power reserve indicator is also visible through the top. It is
wound through a battery-powered metal pen inserted into the bottom. The watch was introduced last year and is as
desired as it's companion, the Bugatti Veyron sportscar.
Canadian Driver says that the first Bugatti watch was
delivered to car-obsessed Ralph Lauren earlier and only 150 watches in three colors are available. More pictures of the
watch, including a detailed look at the movement and assembly can be found at
La Cote des Montres. Like the
Cabestan watch, it's an interesting piece but a bit
ungainly for regular wear.
