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JCBs Legacy
Haute Horlogerie by Blancpain – the reference 1186, a milestone in watchmaking. When it was introduced in 1989, it was the first chronograph with a small seconds subdial and an automatic movement, thus setting a new standard in complication watches.
The watch offered here dates from 1993 and comes with the original box, papers (unstamped), as well as the original purchase invoice from August 1993 for 45,900 DM! The original Blancpain pin buckle is also present.
The case shows signs of wear, but exclusively superficial in nature. Smaller dents can be seen on the bezel ring, which underline the authentic character of this timepiece. The dial and hands are in flawless condition.
Inside, the complex automatic movement with a small seconds function operates, which stands not only for technical refinement but also for the innovative power of Blancpain.
An exceptional chronograph that appeals equally to watch enthusiasts and collectors of historically significant Blancpain models – a piece of watch history from the golden era of mechanical complications.
The watch has been fully inspected by our atelier and is sold on behalf of the customer.AoT Guarantee Certificate
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Specifications
- Serial number
- XX
- Year
- 1993
- Case
- 18K Gold
- Strap
- Leather
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
- Diameter
- 34 mm
- Dial
- White
- Orig. papers
- Yes / Initial purchase calculation
- Orig. box
- Yes
- Caliber
- 1186, Automatic
- Condition
- Very good
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