The art of the sapphire dial at Charlie Paris: when transparency becomes a horological feat
In the world of fine watchmaking, the dial is more than just a functional element. The true face of the watch, it embodies its soul and captures the essence of passing time. While sapphire crystal is traditionally used to protect timepieces from everyday wear and tear, we decided to push the boundaries of technology by placing it where it's least expected: directly on the dial.
Using sapphire as the central element required two and a half years of research, development, and innovation. Cutting, tinting, and drilling this extremely hard crystal—the second hardest material in the world after diamond—demands meticulous attention to detail at every moment. Today, this unique expertise is showcased at Charlie Paris through two automatic collections powered by the highly reliable Swiss caliber Soprod P024, but offering two distinct philosophies: the urban elegance of theAlliance and the sporting audacity of the Concordia.
The collection Alliance Sapphire: Classic elegance reinvented
In contrast to purely sporty silhouettes, our collection Alliance embodies urban elegance, finesse, and timeless refinement. The introduction of the sapphire dial to this line gives rise to our two new models, where the sapphire becomes a true invitation to discreet horological contemplation. It brings unprecedented depth to the Case dressed inAllianceoffering a continuous spectacle where minimalist lines meet mechanical complexity. These two models elevate the collection by subtly playing on purity and reflections:
Alliance Blue Sapphire : A captivating variation where the sapphire dial is tinted an elegant, deep blue. Ideal for adding a touch of modern color to a dressy outfit, while subtly revealing the architecture of the underlying movement.
Alliance White Sapphire : The ultimate expression of clarity and minimalism. This white sapphire dial plays with light with rare distinction, offering perfect legibility and a design of great purity.
The collection Concordia Sapphire: The spirit of modern exploration
There Concordia This is our ultimate watch, originally designed to withstand the harshest conditions on Earth. By incorporating a sapphire crystal dial, we've created a technical dive watch that reveals its inner workings without sacrificing any of its legendary robustness. A true adventurer of the seas, it fully embraces its diver's status thanks to its screw-down crown and professional water resistance up to 300 meters (30 ATM). It is available in two striking versions inspired by the immensity of nature:
Concordia Antarctic Blue Sapphire: A direct tribute to polar expeditions. Its bluish sapphire dial perfectly captures and reflects the unique nuances of extreme ice.
Concordia Nazaré Sapphire: Inspired by the power of Portugal’s mythical waves, this version sports an intense and magnetic blue, designed to face the elements.
Whether they are tailored for the understated elegance of urban wrists with the collection Alliance, or sculpted to withstand the pressure of the deep sea with the ConcordiaOur sapphire watches share the same vision: that of contemporary, bold and transparent French watchmaking.
With our two new Alliance Blue and White and our Concordia Sapphire, the sapphire dial, stands out more than ever as an exceptional signature of Charlie Paris. A perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation. The hardest part now will be choosing between urban distinction and the call of the deep.
