I already had the pleasure to feature two magnificent vintage Fifty Fathoms No Rad from fellow collectors in the blog, and now I would like to share a first glimpse on my recently bought Bathyscaphe MC 4 with you. Let’s take a closer look at this well worn second generation Bathyscaphe from the early 1960s […] The post A vintage Bathyscaphe MC 4 prior to service appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

From September 22 to 24 the historic scenery, which is so important to the history of the Fifty Fathoms, hosted 300 guests to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Fifty Fathoms and the introduction of the final commemorative timepiece. I think it may be interesting for you to get a flavor of this exceptional event. […] The post Impressions from the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary event in Cannes appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

And here it is: the highly anticipated Act 3 of Blancpain‘s lineup of Fifty Fathoms novelties, celebrating the anniversary year. And there’s no way denying that it is a looker! Let’s get up close and personal with the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 reference 5901-5630-NANA in a 41.3mm bronze gold case that leads us […] The post Hands-on with the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

This is the second (and most likely last) coverage on a non-Blancpain timepiece in the blog. But the release of the Blancpain X Swatch Scuba Fifty Fathoms warrants the exception and a hands-on report, so let’s get up close and personal with the Scuba FF Pacific Ocean in typical blog style, using a loupe to […] The post Hands-on with the Blancpain X Swatch Scuba Fifty Fathoms appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

Today, September 7, Swatch revealed 5 bioceramic models inspired by the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms which are going on sale on September 9. They are picking up the theme of 5 oceans: the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic and Antarctic. Let me share my initial take on this very special project alongside the 70th Anniversary of the […] The post The Blancpain x Swatch Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms Collection appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

Next to the 70th Anniversary of the Fifty Fathoms there has been a lot of emphasis put by Blancpain on the new Ladybird Colors collection. Today we are getting up close and personal with the latest new release, the Ladybird Colors „Rainbow“ reference 3661A-1954-95A. . The significance of mechanical ladies watches Blancpain’s tradition of mechanical […] The post Hands-on with the Ladybird Colors Rainbow appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

With the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1 reference 5010A/B/C-1130-NABA Blancpain offers a long awaited new size for the iconic dive watch. I now had the opportunity to have all three sizes ready for a photo session, so let’s compare this new 42.3mm Fifty Fathoms to its siblings in 40.3mm and 45mm with a similar […] The post Comparing the 40, 42 and 45mm Fifty Fathoms appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

Finally, almost on point 6 months after it was introduced and sold through Blancpain‘s first worldwide online sale, the 42mm Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1 is in the process of distribution. Let me share my thoughts after one week of proud ownership and show you the watch under different light conditions and on a […] The post Honeymoon with the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1 appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

If you are after a „do-it-all“ modern Blancpain timepiece you may narrow in on this one: the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Quantieme Complet in Grade 23 titanium reference 5054-1210. Let’s explore this beautiful timepiece in all its details and find out why it is one of the most popular watches in the current Blancpain catalogue. . […] The post Quintessentially Blancpain: the FF Bathyscaphe 5054 titanium appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more

This year, more specifically on November 5, we will again enjoy a Only Watch auction held in Geneva. Blancpain contributes to the exceptional bi-annual event since 2005, and of course there’s a beautiful unique piece this year: a Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1 with blue dial and bezel. . It doesn’t come as a […] The post The Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary for Only Watch appeared first on The Blancpain Blog ..read more