Blancpain Villeret UltraplatevsCorniche Historique

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate at true scale

Villeret Ultraplate

Corniche Historique at true scale

Historique

Diameter

38mm

37.5mm

Thickness

8.3mm

lowest

9mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

100h

n/a

MSRP

$12,700

$2,595

lowest

Movement

1150

Quartz

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
37.5mm
Thickness
8.35mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
1150
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
100h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,700
$2,595
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate

Owners widely praise the Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate for its applied Roman numerals, depth, and clean dial. Some find the hands unappealing or the dial too minimal, while others consider its 40mm size dated. The Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate is considered excellent value on the pre-owned market. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate highly for its clean dial design and value on the pre-owned market.

Corniche Historique

Owners widely praise the Corniche Historique for its beautiful blue ceramic dial, excellent finishing, and comfortable, well-sized 37.5mm case. It is considered a versatile and high-quality everyday watch for its $455 price, with the white internal bezel and seconds hand offering a pleasing contrast. Overall, owners rate the Corniche Historique highly for its aesthetic appeal and value.

From video reviewers

The vintage-inspired design is a key strength. The value at the €450 price point is debated.