{"title":"BLANCPAIN","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Blancpain watches selected at our Omotesando store in Tokyo, including an 18k gold rectangular jumping hour watch from the 1930s and ultra-slim 18k gold dress watches of the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery watch is checked before sale and ships worldwide, fully insured with tracking. You are also welcome to see the watches in person at our Omotesando store in Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blancpain-18k-yg-jumping-hour-big-rectangular","title":"BLANCPAIN 18k YG Jumping Hour Big Rectangular 1932s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1905, Léon Hatot established his own workshop in Besançon, France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitially specializing in the engraving and production of precious metal watch cases, he relocated to Paris in 1911 and acquired the renowned watchmaker Bredillard. From there, he became an important supplier of watches and fine jewelry to the prestigious maisons surrounding Place Vendôme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis talents, however, extended far beyond case making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the 1920s, Hatot partnered with engineer Marius Lavet to establish the battery-powered clock brand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eATO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Their innovative electric clocks, many housed in glass cases designed by René Lalique, received the Grand Prix at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris and became internationally recognized as icons of Art Deco design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen, in 1930, Hatot introduced another groundbreaking invention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe patented the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sliding automatic winding system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Patent No. 704,910.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional automatic mechanisms, the movement itself travels along two rails inside the case. Supported by miniature bearings, it slides vertically with the motion of the wrist, generating the energy required to wind the mainspring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatot granted Blancpain the exclusive manufacturing and commercial rights to this invention, and during the 1930s it was introduced to the market as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlancpain Rolls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction, however, was limited exclusively to ladies’ watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlancpain later commissioned Léon Hatot to develop a men’s version. Although a prototype was completed, it was never released commercially.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch presented here is that very timepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured in 1930 and crafted by Léon Hatot himself in his French workshop, it combines a solid 18k gold and metal case construction, bearing the appropriate French 18k gold hallmarks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watch has since undergone a complete service at Blancpain’s manufacture and is accompanied by an official archive confirming its authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable timepiece whose historical significance, rarity, and provenance make it an exceptional survivor from one of the most innovative chapters in early automatic watchmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- wrist size in our picture is 17cm circumference -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage BLANCPAIN Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53252621304115,"sku":null,"price":5250000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/1076\/0499\/files\/126C3889-D5BF-410D-B828-98574F0B29B9.jpg?v=1776671923"},{"product_id":"blancpain-ultra-slim-18k-yellow-gold-1970s","title":"BLANCPAIN Ultra Slim 18k Yellow Gold 1970s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR575—an in-house designation bearing the initial “R” of Rayville, the company name under which Blancpain operated during a pivotal era. Developed using Blancpain’s proprietary modular approach, this movement is based on the Peseux 7001, refined into a distinctive expression of slim watchmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe construction is simple, yet executed with precision and care. A larger balance wheel enhances stability, operating at a low frequency of 18,000 vibrations per hour. The bridges are finely finished with Côtes de Genève, emphasizing both mechanical integrity and visual refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn April 9, 1928, news spread across Switzerland marking the passing of Frédéric-Émile Blancpain—a figure who had carried the family legacy since 1857 and established the brand’s global presence. His death was met with national recognition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat followed was a turning point. The lineage that had continued since 1735 faced its end, and amid the Great Depression, the company was acquired in June 1933 by Betty Fiechter and André Léal, becoming Rayville S.A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetermined to preserve the Blancpain name, Betty sought the involvement of Nelly Blancpain, ensuring that while the bloodline ended, the name endured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the same time, expansion into the American market allowed the company to navigate the economic crisis, introducing a range of models that secured its position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe inscription “SINCE 1735” reflects this continuity—a declaration of heritage carried forward beyond its original lineage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the 1950s onward, this marking appeared across various dials, reinforcing Blancpain’s identity as the oldest Swiss watch brand and embedding its philosophy into every piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis watch embodies that legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe slim case, defined by its coin-edge engraving, houses a Rayville-era movement marked with the “R” designation. Manual-wind calibers formed the foundation, with carefully selected ébauches adapted to achieve a refined, ultra-thin profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dial design further distinguishes the piece, introducing elements that set it apart from contemporary offerings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstated in appearance, yet deeply rooted in history—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea watch shaped as much by its construction as by the story it carries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- wrist size in our picture is 17cm circumference -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage BLANCPAIN Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53284047356211,"sku":null,"price":1460000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/1076\/0499\/files\/C91279F2-8508-4158-8D1F-B7A4F9977024.png?v=1777286513"}],"url":"https:\/\/principe-prive-epocadoro.com\/collections\/vintage-blancpain-watches.oembed","provider":"PRINCIPE PRIVÉ - Epoca d'Oro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}