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Blancpain
Founded in 1735 by Jehan-Jacques Blancpain, the watch brand bearing
his name is the oldest in the world. Blancpain is currently engaged to the
renewal of mechanical watchmaking and to passing on exceptional expertise
from one generation to the next through constant investment in human
resources, production facilities and research. This approach is its strength
and the expression of our long-term vision, even though it goes against
the tide of a certain tendency to seek immediate profit. From the creation
of components through to watch design, Blancpain is distinguished by its
ability to develop exceptional movements. Over the past eight years, the
Manufacture has indeed developed no less than 29 new calibres. Through its
various models, Blancpain preserves its heritage of precision and elegance,
while also displaying an innovative and occasionally provocative spirit.
Blancpain, the first watchmaking brand to unite its forces with the Monaco
Association against Muscular Dystrophies, renews once again its support
with the presentation of a unique timepiece. This one-of-a-kind model
features mother-of-pearl marquetry, diamonds and engraving associated in a
ladies? watch equipped with a self-winding movement. The oscillating weight
visible on the back is hand-engraved with the silhouette of this symbolic
dove, as well as the Only Watch 2013 signature.