Blancpain Villeret Moonphase Perpetual Calendar 5395 18k YG on Bracelet Box and Papers
Famed as horology’s oldest watchmakers, Blancpain’s reputation is that of unbridled craftsmanship, quality and luxury. With an eye for impeccable design, their timepieces have sat on the wrists of some of history’s most influential people. Standing as a marker of the brand’s success over the centuries, the Villeret collection pays homage to Blancpain’s heritage as it is named after the brand’s birthplace. Launched in 1986 as one of Blancpain’s famous ‘Six Masterpieces,’ the Villeret Perpetual Calendar ref. 5395 was one of the most influential models in Blancpain’s history as it aided in the brand’s relaunch following Jean-Claude Biver’s acquisition of Blancpain in 1981. Celebrating mechanical watchmaking in a time of destitution thanks to the Quartz Crisis, the ref. 5395 was a reminder of the artistry and craftsmanship in mechanical watchmaking, and all of the reasons to keep it alive. Traditional in sizing at 34mm in diameter and only 9mm tall, the ref. 5395 boasts an 18kt yellow gold case, a stepped bezel and a wonderfully intricate 18kt yellow gold bracelet that serves to step-up how luxurious the overall watch is. Boasting a traditionally executed white dial with simple inscriptions for its complications, the Villeret Perpetual Calendar Moonphase is a watch that leans on Blancpain’s heritage in abundance and champions it to great effect.
THE DIAL Featuring a bright white dial, this example sports traditional font for its inscriptions and complications, a mischievously depicted moon in its moon phase indicator and applied 18kt yellow gold Roman numerals that compound upon the timepiece's already-classical and luxurious aesthetic.
THE CONSTRUCTION Featuring a 34.5mm 18kt yellow gold case with a stepped bezel, this timepiece is immediately luxurious and intensely beautiful. Furthermore, this example is presented on an intricate 18kt yellow gold bracelet which makes its construction all the more ornate with an impressive heft on the wrist.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
