Blancpain Villeret Tourbillon

About this reference

The Blancpain Villeret Tourbillon in 18k gold, specifically the long-running Reference 6025, was introduced in the late 1990s and remained a catalog staple through the 2010s. Collectors prioritize this reference for the Caliber 25, an ultra-slim automatic movement featuring an eight-day power reserve and an off-center flying tourbillon at 12 o'clock. The 38mm case utilizes a double-stepped bezel design characteristic of the Villeret collection, often paired with a white grand feu enamel dial and painted Roman numerals. Secondary market prices typically range from $35,000 to $55,000 depending on the specific gold alloy and set completeness. A notable variant is the "Squelette" version, which features extensive hand-skeletonization of the bridges and mainplate. While production numbers were not strictly limited, the manual labor required for the movement finishing resulted in low annual output throughout its production cycle.