Blancpain Villeret Carrousel Volant Une Minute Limited Edition 66228 3442 55B

The Blancpain Villeret Ref. 66228 represents a watershed moment in modern watchmaking: the first time the legendary carousel complication has been successfully incorporated into a wristwatch. This limited edition represents years of development and mechanical ingenuity, reviving a rare and fascinating complication that was largely forgotten in the modern era.

The one-minute flying carousel is designed to counteract the perturbations induced by gravity on the accuracy of watches. Unlike the more commonly seen tourbillon, which rotates the entire balance wheel platform, the carousel confines the balance wheel to a smaller rotating platform—a more elegant solution that demands exceptional precision to execute successfully. Blancpain’s mastery of this complication demonstrates the brand’s position at the absolute forefront of traditional watchmaking innovation. The power-reserve indication allows monitoring of the watch’s 120-hour mechanical energy supply—a full 5 days of continuous operation. The 22mm width between horns provides elegant proportions suited to refined wearers. Water resistant to 3 bar (30 meters) for practical everyday use. Unworn with complete documentation, this exceptional timepiece represents an investment in mechanical watchmaking excellence and horological rarity.

Reference 66228 3442 55B. In stock at Luxury Watches USA.