Blancpain Villeret Calendrier Chinois Traditionnel

Blancpain's Villeret Calendrier Chinois Traditionnel, reference 0888G 3431 55B, comes in a 45.2 mm platinum case. The case measures 15.1 mm thick, and the sapphire crystal sits over a white grand feu enamel dial. Inside is the self-winding calibre 3638, a movement that stores 168 hours of power reserve, well beyond the usual two or three days. The watch shows central seconds, date and month alongside a moon phase display, and its traditional Chinese calendar function marks double-hours, zodiac signs and the five elements on the dial. The case is fitted to an alligator leather strap with a folding clasp, with a lug width of 23 mm. Water resistance is modest at 30 metres, in keeping with a piece built for the wrist rather than the water.