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Charlie Paris Unveils the Initial Day/Night Panda

A refined and feature-rich release from the French independent brand

ByWaqt

30.12.2025

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Charlie Paris represents a new generation of independent French watch brands focused on accessible mechanical watchmaking, contemporary design, and practical functionality. Over the past decade, the brand has steadily built a reputation for offering well-balanced watches that combine modern aesthetics with everyday usability, positioning itself as a serious contender in the entry-level mechanical segment.

The Initial collection reflects this philosophy through multi-function automatic watches designed for daily wear while maintaining a refined character. This year, the brand expands the lineup with the Initial Day/Night Panda, one of the most distinctive executions to date, pairing three complications with a bold visual identity.

The watch is housed in a stainless steel case measuring 40 mm in diameter with a thickness of 11 mm. Polished surfaces are contrasted by brushed sides, creating a subtle interplay of textures that enhances the overall refinement. A sapphire exhibition caseback reveals the movement inside, while water resistance is rated at 30 meters.

The dial is finished in white with a lightly textured surface and accented by blue elements. A blue chapter ring frames the dial, while a matching blue sub-dial at 6 o’clock displays the day-and-night indication, illustrated with sun, moon, and star motifs. A power-reserve indicator is positioned at 12 o’clock, and a date window appears at 3 o’clock. Time is indicated by applied silver indices and spear-shaped silver hands.

Powering the watch is the Miyota 9132 automatic movement, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) and offering a power reserve of 40 hours. The model is available with several interchangeable strap options, including leather and Milanese mesh, as well as a stainless steel three-link bracelet featuring polished center links. The watch is part of the permanent collection and is priced at EUR 685, equivalent to AED 3,131.

For more information, visit the official website of Charlie Paris.

Technical Specifications: Charlie Paris Initial Day/Night Panda

Case: Stainless steel, polished and brushed, sapphire exhibition caseback, sapphire crystal
Diameter: 40 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Water Resistance: 30 meters
Dial: White, blue chapter ring, applied silver indices, spear-shaped silver hands, day-and-night subdial at 6 o’clock, power-reserve indicator at 12 o’clock, date window at 3 o’clock
Movement: Miyota 9132, automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Date, Power Reserve, Day/Night Indication
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power Reserve: 40 hours
Bracelet/Strap: Interchangeable leather strap, Milanese mesh strap, stainless steel three-link bracelet with polished center links
Availability: Permanent collection
Price: EUR 685 approximately AED 3,131