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Blancpain: Any idea which the pictured wood box is from?

small-luxury-world suggested the LeBrassus collection, but I've been unable to find one like it. Thanks for your response.
12Y
By: stuartb12
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Blancpain: I have read all three - they are great posts!

Thank you for taking the time to do them. Question given your in-depth study of the FF. Do you know if there is resource that would allow one to date a specific FF watch (say the one in the photo) based on the serial number? As I mentioned, this one is a (mid) two digit number. Thanks again!
12Y
By: stuartb12
1

Blancpain: Thanks - No Wonder It's Confusing

Thanks for your insight -- no wonder it's confusing! I still have yet to find an image that matches the second box, much less pairs it with a watch. It's the second box that would come with the watch. (I'm not sure why they took the initial pics over the new box.) Thanks again!
12Y
By: stuartb12
1

Blancpain: Time-Appropriate Box?

I am looking at purchasing vintage Fifty Fathoms 24 GMT (Model 2250-1130-71). From the 2-digit serial number, it's a pre-Trilogy model that I'm estimating would be from 1998 or so. It is being sold be a reputable dealer as NOS. Today I received picture of the box and manual, and I don't think I've e
12Y
By: stuartb12
2

Blancpain: Very helpful. Thanks!

I appreciate the response. There's not much out there on the FFs' engraving or numbering. This was helpful as a point of comparison. One of the ones I'm looking at has a two digit serial number and looks just like you've described.
12Y
By: stuartb12
0

Blancpain: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Trilogy GMT Numbering/Engraving Question

Hello all. New poster to the Blancpain group. I am researching and hoping to purchase a Blancpain Trilogy GMT and have a question regarding the proper numbering and engraving on the caseback. On some models the caseback contains the words "Trilogy Collection," but some models (earlier ones perhaps?)
12Y
By: stuartb12
3

Patek Philippe: Patek 3541

Anyone have photos of the Reference 3541? I believe it dates to the 1960s. Thanks!
17Y
By: stuartb12
2

Blancpain: OEM Strap For Leman (GMT) Dual Time?

I have a Leman Dual Time (2160.1130.53) that came with a black composite/rubber deployment strap. I would like to replace that with Blancpain black crocodile strap (still for the deployment buckle). Any suggestions on the best way to go? A good source? How about if I wanted to go after market? Thank
18Y
By: stuartb12
1