The Blancpain Villeret Métiers d’Art Shakudō Griffin Watch combines Japanese traditional Shakudō craftsmanship with Swiss haute horlogerie. The dial features a rich indigo-to-black patina, a golden Sphinx sculpture, and the Griffin motif, highlighting artistry and heritage.
Shakudō Craftsmanship
Shakudō, a gold-copper alloy historically used in samurai sword fittings, is hand-carved for the Griffin edition. Gold foil inlays enhance the bronze-like texture, creating depth and visual contrast that showcases meticulous artisanal work.
Movement and Technical Excellence
Equipped with the Piguet 15B manual winding movement, originally a 1978 pocket watch caliber, the timepiece offers a 40-hour power reserve and 20 jewels. The sapphire crystal case back allows collectors to admire the movement and appreciate Blancpain’s blend of heritage and precision engineering.
Official price: approximately €88,000.
Blancpain Villeret Métiers d’Art Griffin Watch
Red gold case, 45 mm diameter, 8.3 mm thickness, sapphire crystal case back, Shakudō dial, red gold skeleton hands, Piguet 15B manual movement, 40-hour power reserve, alligator leather strap, red gold buckle, water resistant 30 m.
