Fifty Fathoms or Fifty Fathoms Chronograph???

I have been trying to figure out what I really want for a while now.

I have worn a navitimer for a long time and loved it, finally put it down in search for a more valuable piece and something I can wear in the water.

I later picked up a ceramic GMT master rolex, but I wasnt too happy with it, its a great piece but something was getting at me, It felt too simple and it looks too generic to me.

I have been eyeing the Fifty Fathoms for quite a while, I even had my local torneau order one for me on a bracelet so i can check it out. It didnt really click when i saw it in person, but since then I have continued to think about it and how it could grow on me if I were to really have gotten it.

my other issue is that I tend to lean towards chronographs I thought that after letting my GMT master go id go with a daytona for it being a chronograph and being a decent less mainstream rolex. however I continue to take a look at the Fifty Fathoms and now I am also considering the FF chronograph.

I think i could be content with the normal FF but I may be much happier with the FF chronograph. But I am really not sure.

I am looking for something to be a daily wear for a long time and I think I will go with one of the two on the bracelet.

what might any of you suggest the more conventional Fifty Fathoms, or do I go straight for the Chrono.

I have never owned a Blancpain before but as you can see I am seriously considering it.

Thanks

George N.

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Depends what you like

By: mcklof : January 12th, 2010-13:10

I would think that you'd have to spend some time with both on your wrist. It all comes down to personal preference. If the standard FF on the bracelet didn't immediately appeal to you, well, I'm not one to risk throwing down that much cash hoping that the...

STANDARD FF

By: grigo : January 12th, 2010-13:11

I would suggest the standard FF as opposed to the Chrono. I have the Chrono and I love it, but in the back of my mind I always wonder why I didn't get the standard FF the dial of which in its simplicity is just beautiful. Regards, George

insight

By: infntryco : January 12th, 2010-13:38

I havent done my research, so far only based on looks, and so I did not know the chrono was not inhouse. I like the busier dial of a chronograph, but the simplicity of the non chrono is both appealing and a turn off for me, it looks nice and clean but it ...

Well, here we are splitting hairs...

By: Ornatus-Mundi : January 12th, 2010-13:59

depends on your definition of 'in-house', the Cal. 1185 chrono can be considered in-house. It was jointly developed by Blancpain and Piguet, which were then shared owners of Blancpain. Today, both companies are under the roof of Swatch Group with Marc A. ...

Well, George

By: amanico : January 12th, 2010-13:49

Since you were deceived with the Rolex GMT, I would be tempted to tell you to go on the FF Chrono. BUT, personally, I would go on the simpler FF. For its cleaner look. For its superb movement, which is derivated from the magnificient 13 RO. For its sapphi...

They are two different animals altogether...

By: Ornatus-Mundi : January 12th, 2010-13:54

with a similar outer shell. The Chronograph offers a very fine, albeit relatively 'common' (take this with a grain of salt!), chronograph movement with a quite unique implementation: The case construction is such that the pushers can be operated under wat...

FF for me too

By: gazoz : January 12th, 2010-13:59

have to agree with nicolas and magnus i think the FF has much cleaner lines and simple dial where the Chrono seems a little more busy but both good

chrono

By: infntryco : January 12th, 2010-15:47

I think I am going to check out the Chronograph. I am crossed between the two but I think I am leaning towards the Chrono I like the busier dial I might have to save heritage and simplicity for later.

Chrono was my choice

By: tcollins : January 12th, 2010-19:31

I faced the same dilemma that you are now dealing with two years ago. Since I didn't already have a chrono in my collection I went with the FF Chrono. Love the watch, it is one of my "regulars" and I love playing with the chrono function. If I had went wi...

Well, I agree with ...

By: small-luxury-world : January 13th, 2010-00:31

Nicolas and Magnus, but at the end it is YOUR decision and a sweet one, isn´t it? Maybe some more pictures can help. If you like "busy" dials you should consider: Air Command compared to Fifty Fathoms Chronograph My own decision was and still is: ... lots...

Did you say its heavy Oliver

By: gazoz : January 13th, 2010-01:51

do you mean weight of the piece is too heavy, do you change from bracelet to strap easy?

"the piece is too heavy" No, it isn´t ...

By: small-luxury-world : January 13th, 2010-02:33

considered as a "real" sports watch. The weight with bracelet is: 205 grammes What I like with jumper or T-shirt, doesn´t work for me in the office with suit. It all depends on your own habits/lifestyle/... For example : (121 g - steel with rubber) (205 g...

My FF feels good

By: gazoz : January 13th, 2010-02:39

not too heavy im not sure on weight but as allrounder i find it perfect, i am looking at the black FF but not sure what are your thoughts

"what are your thoughts" The ...

By: small-luxury-world : January 13th, 2010-02:47

all black FF is really nice, but for me only the "classic" FF is a keeper.

that is my first choice too

By: gazoz : January 13th, 2010-02:56

i am leaning towards the standard FF , also i think the weight on my ff with bracelet is around the 180g not sure though as my scales are not working properly

Great pics! [nt]

By: Davo : January 14th, 2010-04:40

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I also agree....

By: MiniCooper : January 13th, 2010-11:41

with Nicolas, Magnus & Oliver.... I used to own the chrono....but I traded for the simple (black) version.... I think that the simple version has a cleaner look while the chrono was, in the long run, too busy... The SS version has a classic look while the...

While I love chronos, I MUCH prefer the non-chrono FF . . .

By: Craig LA : January 13th, 2010-21:03

both

By: infntryco : January 14th, 2010-00:20

I will probably end up getting both but first the chrono, then I will get the normal FF when I feel ready. I have seen the air command but the dial is a bit too busy, I think the FF chrono is perfect. and I can only go simpler from their.