Dear Thomas, being taken by surprise and building instant emotional response...

Dec 02, 2018,08:26 AM
 

... is a wonderful experience, isnโ€™t it ๐Ÿ˜‰

You have clearly picked a very beautiful novelty introduced by Blancpain earlier this year. The biggest resonance on the Villeret Quantieme Perpetuel has been on the stainless steel version, I think the rose gold deserves it as well.

Will has already mentioned the under-lug-correctors, which indeed are a great solution, both aesthetically and handling wise.

Hereโ€™s a photo I took one week ago which you probably have already seen:





Now, I still cannot keep myself from making the choice a little more difficult... ๐Ÿ˜‡

Since you are looking for a Perpetual Calendar I suggest you also look at the 42mm Blancpain Villeret Quantieme Perpetuel 8 Jours:





Itโ€™s grand feu enamel dial adds a lot to the character of this beauty, and the eight day movement is one step higher in the Blancpain world, with exceptional finishing also on the dial side of the calibre:



(photo: Blancpain)


Keep us posted on how your journey continues, please!

Cheers
Henrik


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Joy of discovery...

 
 By: MTR : December 1st, 2018-13:58
Yesterday I visited my AD to pick up my ordered new strap for my PP 5146G. It was the wrong colour. The delivery time for the correct strap would be 3 - 4 months (sic!). I declined with thanks and ordered a strap from another brand. Handmade in top qualit...  

I have had a number of Blancpain watches and the quality and service has always been second to none. One really nice touch with their Quantieme Calendars and Perpetual watches is

 
 By: templetowers : December 1st, 2018-14:16
the under lug correctors that are hidden from view. They only need a finger to use and an added safety feature means that you can't damage the watch when adjusting the date at any time. Just brilliant and the dial is absolutely stunning ! Here's a picture...  

Thanks a lot for your fast response, Will!

 
 By: MTR : December 1st, 2018-14:44
Your experience is very helpful for me. Your Quantieme Complet looks marvelous. Especially the third picture is fantastic! Have you sold your other Blancpains? Thank you again, Thomas

I have my fifty fathoms bathyscaphe Thomas, and did have the MilSpec which I needed to sell to get my Breguet Grail. I'm sure that Shortys Home will respond as well.

 
 By: templetowers : December 1st, 2018-15:03
He is the most knowledgeable Blancpain aficionado that I know. The great thing about Blancpain is that, unlike other brands, they fly under the radar so you get something very special that not everyone is wearing and you are not paying the ridiculous bran... 

Ridiculous

 
 By: MTR : December 1st, 2018-15:13
brand premiums AND ridiculous (artificial inflated?) waiting times. ๐Ÿ™„ Yes, Blancpain seems to be something very special and for sure no second choice! All the best, Thomas

That is a watch with a lot of character

 
 By: Poky : December 2nd, 2018-02:29
I too will be interested to hear more about the aftersales service as for me that is more important than the initial purchase. I read here some time ago about a problem with the service of a Fifty Fathoms, not sure how common that is. Blacpain seems like ... 

Totally agree!

 
 By: MTR : December 2nd, 2018-06:20
In this anachronistic field of high emotional desires and decisions the overall experience is of fundamental importance! Some brands have recognized this, some not. โ˜บ๏ธ Best, Thomas

Dear Thomas, being taken by surprise and building instant emotional response...

 
 By: shortys home : December 2nd, 2018-08:26
... is a wonderful experience, isnโ€™t it ๐Ÿ˜‰ You have clearly picked a very beautiful novelty introduced by Blancpain earlier this year. The biggest resonance on the Villeret Quantieme Perpetuel has been on the stainless steel version, I think the rose gold ...  

Dear Henrik, yes that's what

 
 By: MTR : December 3rd, 2018-13:46
life is about! โ˜บ๏ธ Thank you very much for your helpful answer. Although... I am not ... sure ... if .... this is helpful at second glance. ๐Ÿ˜Ž Since your unexpected second picture / recommendation took me by surprise again. What a wonderful piece this Blanc... 

The Villeret QP 8 Jours was introduced a few years ago...

 
 By: shortys home : December 3rd, 2018-22:26
... when Blancpain released a number of 42-44mm Villeret timepieces with 8 day calibres and Grand Feu enamel dials, both black and white. The new 40mm Villeret in steel is indeed more sober due to the plain white dial, whereas the rose gold naturally carr... 

First impression...

 
 By: MTR : December 6th, 2018-15:31
Yesterday I had the chance to visit my AD between two appointments in order to have a look at the Villeret Quantieme Perpetuel in RG. The watch felt quite big on the wrist. Bigger than for example the 40mm case of my DD40 I wore at this day. Due to narrow...  

Indeed, dear Nico!

 
 By: MTR : December 3rd, 2018-13:54
A good alternative. First choice. And thank you for your comment. Do you remember how long the repair works took? And when did the problem occur? Shortly after your purchase? Cheers, Thomas