BLANCPAIN WOMEN Time Zone(2007)

The three versions of the BLANCPAIN WOMEN Time Zone model reveal the pluralistic, multifaceted nature of a world waiting to be explored. Water-resistant to 100 metres and topped by a glare-proofed sapphire crystal, its 34 mm-diameter steel case houses Calibre 5L60, a selfwinding movement with a 100-hour power reserve. The sapphire crystal case-back reveals the movement decorations, entirely crafted by hand in keeping with the noblest traditions of Haute Horlogerie.

While the dual time zone display at 12 o’clock and its pointer-type day/night indication are the star features of this complex mechanism composed of 253 parts, they nonetheless leave generous space for the small seconds at 6 o’clock and the date window. The streamlined Roman numerals are arranged around a lacquered dial adorned with an elegant sunburst guilloché pattern. An oval central minute circle and slender luminescent leaf hands enhance the resolutely contemporary nature of this graceful dial. The fortunate owner of the new Time Zone will doubtless revel in admiring the subtle engravings of the day/night indication, adorned with a sun and a moon crescent surrounded by tiny stars.

1.Double Time Zone, date and small seconds-hand, black dial, self-winding


2.Double Time Zone, date and small seconds-hand, silvery champagne dial,self-winding.


3.Double Time Zone, date and small seconds-hand, brown dial set with 29 diamonds (~ 0.03 carats), self-winding.


Designed to fulfil the desires of every cosmopolitan woman, this model comes in steel with a jet black or silvery champagne coloured dial. Accentuating its sophisticated appeal, one version of the new Time Zone comes clothed in a white gold case set with 46 diamonds and a superb glacé chestnut dial, complete with an oval central minute circle adorned with 29 diamonds. The day/night indications, small seconds and dual time zone display stand out against a mother-of pearl base. A satin strap with folding clasp, matching the colour of the dial, sets the crowning touch to this harmoniously feminine timepiece.