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19 September 2006, 09:27 AM

Okay, I made a half-arsed attempt at getting some pictures of the new BP tonight......

First the requisite shots of the packaging:

The outer box:

Opening this will lead you one of the best wooden boxes I've ever seen - very nicely executed

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Then opening this reveals my new baby!

Here I tried to capture the applied markers, which quite frankly are spectacular against the black face. Wearing this in the sun the faceted markers just sparkle

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Some detail of the markers and hands:

A couple of quick movement shots - need to do better on these at some point:

And last but not least, a wrist shot

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I hope you enjoy the photos, because I'm enjoying the watch! Thanks for looking.

mailman · 19 September 2006, 09:33 AM

Niiiiice Al

That watch is beautiful. Good luck and enjoy it in good health

Otis · 19 September 2006, 09:39 AM

Oooh baby, that thing is fantastic!

Looks absolutely stunning Al

From the packaging to the face, what a watch

Rockrolex · 19 September 2006, 12:17 PM

You know, I wasn't sure I liked it from the earlier pic you posted. But seeing a wrist shot, I have totally come around. That is one beautiful watch, Al. Not sure I'd give up a Rollie for it, but it is very, very nice. Wear it well.

C.J. · 19 September 2006, 12:27 PM

Al, that is absolutely stunning

Huge congratulations, pal

Launch Mini · 19 September 2006, 12:54 PM

Stunning watch Al.

I think the local AD carries Blancpain now. I will be looking at those a little more closely next time I visit them.
I would have traded the YM for that one also

dman · 19 September 2006, 01:35 PM

Congrats Al, I am very happy for ya pal.

mamas · 19 September 2006, 04:55 PM

congratulations! what a beauty

what is the mechanims it contains? is it an eta based movemnet or does blancpain make its own movements?

JJ Irani · 19 September 2006, 05:04 PM

That baby really looks terrific, Al. I guess the one Rolex I'd trade in for that would have to be a silly mid-sizer!!

mike · 19 September 2006, 08:12 PM

Beautifull watch Al!!

Congrats on a great pickup!!

padi56 · 19 September 2006, 09:06 PM

Must say Al even looks better on your wrist,love the dial with the part Romans.Great movement and a lot of history to Blancpain horology speaking.A fine presentation package,looks like bur walnut,that manufactures like Rolex should supply, at the prices they charge for watches.Right though there complete range, and not reserved for high priced precious stones/or metal ones.Wear it in good health Al love it,but still prefer your Glashütte.

19 September 2006, 11:51 PM

WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!

Me LIKEY!

Al, that's stunning! The box is beautiful too! Just a beautiful watch.

How 'bout a shot of your three amigos! Man, Blancpain, Glashutte and JLC! That's a spectacular trio!

20 September 2006, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

You know, I wasn't sure I liked it from the earlier pic you posted. But seeing a wrist shot, I have totally come around. That is one beautiful watch, Al. Not sure I'd give up a Rollie for it, but it is very, very nice. Wear it well.

Well Ed, I did say that the pic from the BP site does not do this watch justice. In fact, neither do my pics. It really is quite incredible in person.

And regarding the Rollie, let's just say it had not graced my wrist in months and months, so I felt nothing but satisfaction getting rid of that millstone around my neck!

20 September 2006, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon

Well Ed, I did say that the pic from the BP site does not do this watch justice. In fact, neither do my pics. It really is quite incredible in person.

And regarding the Rollie, let's just say it had not graced my wrist in months and months, so I felt nothing but satisfaction getting rid of that millstone around my neck!

I have to say this... the shots of Al's GO he's posted here are really, really outstanding. As good as it looks in the photos, when you see it in the flesh as I have, it's even more gorgeous! That said, I can't wait to see the whitebreak in person!

20 September 2006, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mamas

congratulations! what a beauty

what is the mechanims it contains? is it an eta based movemnet or does blancpain make its own movements?

The 6850 movement is based on the F. Piguet 1151, not ETA. And the question of "in-house or not" becomes complicated based on your interpretation of "in-house." Blancpain was "revived" by J. C. Biver and J. Piguet in the early 80's from what I've read, with Piguet having the controlling interest at 51%. Now both Blancpain and F. Piguet are owned by the Swatch Group. My impression is the relationship between Piguet and BP is quite close, with joint development on some calibres. I believe that the base 1151 has been used in other companies watches as well.

20 September 2006, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

I have to say this... the shots of Al's GO he's posted here are really, really outstanding. As good as it looks in the photos, when you see it in the flesh as I have, it's even more gorgeous! That said, I can't wait to see the whitebreak in person!

Thanks John - I think you will be similarly impressed with the BP!

20 September 2006, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon

Thanks John - I think you will be similarly impressed with the BP!

I meant whitebreaD, btw. Fingers tend to move faster than the brain sometimes. Craig doesn't have this problem.

20 September 2006, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

I meant whitebreaD, btw. Fingers tend to move faster than the brain sometimes. Craig doesn't have this problem.

ROFLMAO!!

padi56 · 20 September 2006, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avalon

The 6850 movement is based on the F. Piguet 1151, not ETA. And the question of "in-house or not" becomes complicated based on your interpretation of "in-house." Blancpain was "revived" by J. C. Biver and J. Piguet in the early 80's from what I've read, with Piguet having the controlling interest at 51%. Now both Blancpain and F. Piguet are owned by the Swatch Group. My impression is the relationship between Piguet and BP is quite close, with joint development on some calibres. I believe that the base 1151 has been used in other companies watches as well.

Well as far as I am aware Blancpain ,design and manufactures every movement in-house, but they use suppliers for cases, dials,crystals, etc.

C.J. · 20 September 2006, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

I meant whitebreaD, btw. Fingers tend to move faster than the brain sometimes. Craig doesn't have this problem.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avalon

ROFLMAO!!

Hey, tossers, I'm getting faster, you know

I'm up to a good twelve word a minute

20 September 2006, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Hey, tossers, I'm getting faster, you know

I'm up to a good twelve word a minute

That's good Craig (pats him on the head) and when you grow up, we'll get you an adult size keyboard which will improve your speed.

mamas · 20 September 2006, 04:48 AM

thanks for your reply al... a beautiful watch to go with your other nice dress watches.

haakon59 · 20 September 2006, 07:56 AM

Nice photos. I love that particular watch--the big date is very useful to me especially. Congratulations, nice choice.

SLRdude · 20 September 2006, 01:20 PM

That's just great!

You have exquisite taste my friend!
A GO and a JB. Wow.

dman · 20 September 2006, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

Hey, tossers, I'm getting faster, you know

I'm up to a good twelve word a minute

It would only be 11 if you used all the letters in the wordS

JJ Irani · 20 September 2006, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

It would only be 11 if you used all the letters in the wordS

19 September 2006, 09:27 AM	#1
---- Guest Posts: n/a	Blancpain Leman Photos Okay, I made a half-arsed attempt at getting some pictures of the new BP tonight...... First the requisite shots of the packaging: The outer box: Opening this will lead you one of the best wooden boxes I've ever seen - very nicely executed : Then opening this reveals my new baby! Here I tried to capture the applied markers, which quite frankly are spectacular against the black face. Wearing this in the sun the faceted markers just sparkle : Some detail of the markers and hands: A couple of quick movement shots - need to do better on these at some point: And last but not least, a wrist shot : I hope you enjoy the photos, because I'm enjoying the watch! Thanks for looking.

19 September 2006, 09:33 AM	#2
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Niiiiice Al That watch is beautiful. Good luck and enjoy it in good health __________________ JJ

19 September 2006, 09:39 AM	#3
Otis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Urs Location: QLD AU Watch: Omega x 2 Posts: 2,046	Oooh baby, that thing is fantastic! Looks absolutely stunning Al From the packaging to the face, what a watch __________________ Rock the Casbah!

19 September 2006, 12:17 PM	#4
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,966	You know, I wasn't sure I liked it from the earlier pic you posted. But seeing a wrist shot, I have totally come around. That is one beautiful watch, Al. Not sure I'd give up a Rollie for it, but it is very, very nice. Wear it well. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

19 September 2006, 12:27 PM	#5
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Al, that is absolutely stunning Huge congratulations, pal __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

19 September 2006, 12:54 PM	#6
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Stunning watch Al. I think the local AD carries Blancpain now. I will be looking at those a little more closely next time I visit them. I would have traded the YM for that one also __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

19 September 2006, 01:35 PM	#7
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Congrats Al, I am very happy for ya pal. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

19 September 2006, 04:55 PM	#8
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	congratulations! what a beauty what is the mechanims it contains? is it an eta based movemnet or does blancpain make its own movements?

19 September 2006, 05:04 PM	#9
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	That baby really looks terrific, Al. I guess the one Rolex I'd trade in for that would have to be a silly mid-sizer!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

19 September 2006, 08:12 PM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Beautifull watch Al!! Congrats on a great pickup!!

19 September 2006, 09:06 PM	#11
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,059	Must say Al even looks better on your wrist,love the dial with the part Romans.Great movement and a lot of history to Blancpain horology speaking.A fine presentation package,looks like bur walnut,that manufactures like Rolex should supply, at the prices they charge for watches.Right though there complete range, and not reserved for high priced precious stones/or metal ones.Wear it in good health Al love it,but still prefer your Glashütte. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

19 September 2006, 11:51 PM	#12
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !! Me LIKEY! Al, that's stunning! The box is beautiful too! Just a beautiful watch. How 'bout a shot of your three amigos! Man, Blancpain, Glashutte and JLC! That's a spectacular trio!

20 September 2006, 04:48 AM	#22
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	thanks for your reply al... a beautiful watch to go with your other nice dress watches.

20 September 2006, 07:56 AM	#23
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	Nice photos. I love that particular watch--the big date is very useful to me especially. Congratulations, nice choice.

20 September 2006, 01:20 PM	#24
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	That's just great! You have exquisite taste my friend! A GO and a JB. Wow. __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

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