Prepare to dive into the captivating world of watchmaking as we explore the new Piaget Polo 79 Two-Tone edition! This release is a bold statement, a true evolution of a classic, and it's here to make a lasting impression.
In celebration of its 150th anniversary, Piaget took a bold step in 2024 by bringing back one of its most iconic creations. The Piaget Polo, a symbol of elegance and sportiness, made its grand return in its original form, a masterpiece crafted entirely in luxurious yellow gold. The watch's case, bracelet, and dial, adorned with distinctive horizontal gadroons, showcased Piaget's expertise in creating unique timepieces.
But here's where it gets interesting: the brand refined this concept further in 2025 with a subtle twist - a white-gold version. And now, we witness the natural progression of this journey with the Piaget Polo 79 Two-Tone, a harmonious blend of white and yellow gold.
When discussing the Piaget Polo, it's essential to focus on its roots, the original model, rather than the modern interpretation introduced in 2016. To truly understand its essence, we must travel back to 1979, a golden era for the brand, under the visionary leadership of Yves Piaget. The Piaget Polo was born out of a conversation between Piaget and his NYC distributor, Efraim Grinberg, as a response to the growing demand for high-end, sporty watches with integrated bracelets. While AP and PP offered robust designs, Piaget stayed true to its opulent, jet-set style.
The original Piaget Polo was a design marvel, characterized by its trademark horizontal gadroons, a full gold ensemble, and a quartz movement. It was a commercial success, capturing the essence of the flamboyant 1980s while maintaining a unique design and aura. However, the Piaget Polo line was discontinued in the late 1980s, only to make a triumphant comeback in 2001 with a modern twist.
In 2024, Piaget faithfully revived the Polo, re-introducing it as a bold, full-yellow gold watch powered by a micro-rotor movement. And in 2025, the Polo 79 took on a more understated persona with its white gold version. Now, in 2026, these two worlds collide, creating a masterpiece of contrasting metals.
Historically, the 1979 Polo was predominantly known for its yellow gold version, but it also graced wrists in white gold and various two-tone combinations. The Piaget Polo 79 Two-Tone continues this tradition, mixing precious metals - white and yellow gold - in a complex case construction. With a diameter of 38mm and a thickness of 7.45mm, this timepiece boasts sapphire crystals on both sides and a water resistance of 50m.
The architectural design of the case and bracelet, with its brushed and polished surfaces, is further accentuated by the solid gold dial, creating a seamless blend. The dial, a masterpiece in itself, alternates between brushed white gold and polished yellow gold lines, adding to the watch's unique character.
Under the transparent caseback lies the in-house calibre 1200P1 movement, an automatic masterpiece wound by a micro-rotor. The rotor, made of gold, matches the case's style, contributing to the watch's slim profile of 2.35mm. Operating at a frequency of 3Hz, it offers approximately 44 hours of power reserve.
The bracelet of the Piaget Polo 79 Two-Tone is a perfect extension of the case, featuring brushed white gold links separated by polished yellow gold inter-links. Closed by a yellow gold triple-fold clasp, it is a modern construction with screws for easy assembly and disassembly.
The Piaget Polo 79 Two-Tone, priced at EUR 91,500, is not limited in numbers but in production. It is a true testament to Piaget's craftsmanship and a must-have for any watch enthusiast.
So, what do you think of this bold interpretation of a classic? Is it a step too far, or a brilliant evolution? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
