Blancpain Villeret UltraplatevsDefakto Dialog
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Measurements
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Villeret Ultraplate
Dialog
Diameter
39.7mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Thickness
7.5mm
6.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
100h
n/a
MSRP
$13,300
n/a
Movement
Blancpain 11A4B
Ronda 712
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate for its slim profile, creamy dial, and applied rose gold Roman numerals, with reviewers highlighting its double-stepped bezel as a subtle yet distinctive detail. Some find its minimal design too plain, while others appreciate its pure aesthetic. The watch is considered a strong value on the pre-owned market. The hand-wound caliber 11A4B movement offers a 95-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Blancpain Villeret Ultraplate highly for its refined dress watch essence and value.
Owners widely praise the Defakto Dialog for its extreme minimalism and grab-and-go design, with one owner noting its 40mm size enhances readability. The watch is also recognized for its solid quality for the value, featuring an in-house case by Ickler and a slim 6.6mm thickness. Some owners question the practicality of a single-hand watch for daily wear. Overall, owners rate the Defakto Dialog highly for its handcrafted, minimalistic aesthetic and value.
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