Description
This highly sophisticated Blancpain Villeret is a shining example of classic haute horlogerie, housed in a refined 34mm 18k yellow gold case. Medium-sized yet full of mechanical complexity, the case is beautifully constructed with a distinctive stepped bezel running its circumference—a design hallmark of the Villeret line.
Discreet hidden pushers on either side of the case allow for seamless calendar adjustments, maintaining the purity of its silhouette. The elegant white dial, free from luminous material, features applied gold Roman numerals, a chapter ring for the date, and dual windows for the day and month. A blued steel hand with a crescent moon tip tracks the date, while a richly detailed moonphase display graces the lower half of the dial, offering both aesthetic charm and technical intricacy. The gold leaf-shaped hands add a final note of timeless elegance.
Founded in 1735, Blancpain is the world’s oldest watchmaking brand, yet it entered a bold new era in the 1980s after a period of dormancy. Under the visionary leadership of Jean-Claude Biver and Jacques Piguet, the brand was reborn with a commitment to traditional mechanical watchmaking at a time when quartz movements dominated the market.
It was during this renaissance that Blancpain introduced its legendary “Six Masterpieces” collection—six watches that showcased the very best of classical complications: the tourbillon, perpetual calendar, minute repeater, split-seconds chronograph, moonphase, and ultra-slim. These pieces reaffirmed Blancpain’s place at the pinnacle of Swiss horology and underscored its philosophy: “Blancpain has never made a quartz watch and never will.”
This particular Villeret model embodies the spirit of that revival complex, elegant, and understated. The medium-sized 34mm case ensures it wears beautifully on a wide range of wrists, and its automatic calendar moonphase movement is a testament to Blancpain’s mastery of traditional watchmaking.
With its superb craftsmanship, rich brand heritage, and timeless design, this Villeret represents excellent value for collectors and enthusiasts alike. A worthy addition to any serious collection and a rare opportunity to own a piece of Blancpain’s rebirth-era excellence.
All watches are shipped insured and come in a leather watch pouch and with a 6-month mechanical warranty.
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