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What I love — This early platinum Blancpain Ref. 0071, numbered 35, perfectly captures the elegance of Blancpain’s revival era. Powered by the ultra-thin Calibre 71, it represents the brand’s confident return to fine watchmaking in the 1980s, blending timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship. The solid platinum case-back gives it a reassuring weight, while the sharp hallmarks and deep engravings speak to its originality and care. It also retains its original platinum buckle, a rare and desirable detail that completes the watch. Recently serviced by Blancpain at a cost of £1,400 and still covered by their two-year warranty, it runs flawlessly and wears with quiet authority.
What you should know — The lacquer has begun to lift slightly on the dial, most noticeably around the 10 o’clock index. The watch has been worn and shows light scratches around the lugs and a small mark on the glass. This is not a safe queen but a well-enjoyed and beautifully preserved example of one of Blancpain’s most understated platinum references.
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What I love — This early platinum Blancpain Ref. 0071, numbered 35, perfectly captures the elegance of Blancpain’s revival era. Powered by the ultra-thin Calibre 71, it represents the brand’s confident return to fine watchmaking in the 1980s, blending timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship. The solid platinum case-back gives it a reassuring weight, while the sharp hallmarks and deep engravings speak to its originality and care. It also retains its original platinum buckle, a rare and desirable detail that completes the watch. Recently serviced by Blancpain at a cost of £1,400 and still covered by their two-year warranty, it runs flawlessly and wears with quiet authority.
What you should know — The lacquer has begun to lift slightly on the dial, most noticeably around the 10 o’clock index. The watch has been worn and shows light scratches around the lugs and a small mark on the glass. This is not a safe queen but a well-enjoyed and beautifully preserved example of one of Blancpain’s most understated platinum references.
