Blancpain

A few days ago, Bruno.M1 asked a question on this forum that sounds simple, yet touches the very core of this hobby: “Is there still any logic to watch prices and values – or is it only about looks and, above all, recognizability?” My honest answer? NO! I...  

Does it have a display back? Have a Great Sunday 👍

Yes, it has a display back. And a very beautiful one. But don’t look at it too closely. I have great respect for your critical eye. I’m even a little afraid of it. 😂

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So tremendous respect for the people who make these beautiful objects, in the end it doesn't matter what anyone thinks including yours truly 😋😁, as long as you are happy and love it 😊 👍

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The enamel dial perpetual is such a stunner from BP. The moon phase disc is icing on the cake. I wish other brands would do the month disc like this (cough… VC)

And yes. The moon phase disc is indeed very special. ...  

Your poetic description of this absolutely superb time piece elevates it to an even higher level. It’s the foundation of beauty, eloquence, and mastery of horology. I am so happy for you, my dear friend. We both feel the same regarding this obsession/pass... 

thank you so much for your wonderfully kind words. They truly touched me. Coming from you, this means a great deal to me. With your beautiful Vacheron Constantin Retrograde, you made a very similar move to mine with the Blancpain – a choice that shows rea... 

I used to have this one: And dreamed of this one: And always liked this Villeret of yours. Uber elegant, dressy and eye catching. Very well done, my friend. Best, Nicolas ...  

I have always liked the Leman line from Blancpain. I hope it will be reissued one day… Your Perpetual Calendar Chronograph is particularly beautiful. If I am not mistaken, it is in white gold, right? The case size was 38 mm, correct? I didn’t know your dr... 

I totally agree with you on the first part of your post 👊🏻 thats how i always approached this hobby from day one . A watch needs to catch your attention and needs to get into your mind and then figure out what your willing to pay for it 🤷🏻‍♂️ ... 

For me it really always starts with that … irrational first spark. A watch has to catch you, get under your skin, and simply refuse to leave your thoughts. It has to be 100%. Not 99% but 100%. Only after that does it even make sense to think about numbers... 

Just searching/waiting for the right piece in wg/platinum to pop up

Blancpain has this special, almost understated way of building truly charismatic watches. The stepped bezel and the classic 42/43 mm proportions give these pieces a presence that is elegant, but still full of character. Finding the right Blancpain really ... 

That’s a very pretty classical looking perpetual, in a modern sized case - wonderful! A nice counter-point to your modern looking IWC Eternal. All the best, Jon

That balance between classical restraint and modern presence is exactly what drew me in. And yes, I very much enjoy the contrast to the IWC Eternal. Two very different interpretations of “perpetual”, both equally fascinating in their own way. Warm regards...  

It’s one of those watches that reveal more and more character the longer you look at it. I feel very happy to have found this particular piece… 🙏

For me this is exactly what a perpetual calendar should be: elegant, intuitive and genuinely wearable. And yes, sometimes the stars align… price included. 🙏