Blancpain create timepieces that become classics through a tireless pursuit of innovation in skill, style and excellence. The smooth white dial is marked with appliqu_ Roman numerals, with the Blancpain name elegantly embellished below the XII hour mark. Silver-toned hour, minute and second hands provide a stunning display while counting down each moment. The handsome Blancpain symbol is used as a counterweight for the seconds hand as it provides meticulous time keeping. Above the 6 o'clock point, a comfortable pair of apertures provides the date in an easily read display. Each moment, hour and day is carefully indicated by the 6950 caliber, housed in the rounded smooth stainless steel case with a diameter of 40 mm. The see-through sapphire case-back provides an insight into the intricate inner workings of the timepiece comprised of 285 components and 35 jewels, all protected by 30 m water resistance. This superb watch is held to the wrist with a black alligator strap which is coated with alzavel and fastened by deployment clasp.