Earlier his week I had the opportunity to visit Blancpain and even had the chance to briefly meet Marc Hayek. On his wrist I noticed a very interesting watch, most likely a prototype for next year’s 70th anniversary of the Fifty Fathoms. I can’t provide ...
I have been wanting a 40mm Blancpain Fifty fathom for a while now. I was just waiting for the right one. Hopefully there is a no date version and no Blancpain engraved on the side.
These special editions are hard to get and have faux patina. I would have gotten a FF over my sub if not 45mm. If for 70th anniversary then likely limited. I don't understand why BP makes desirable watches in limited edition. For a company that seemingly ...
The only thing about those 40mm limited editions is that they are a bit thick, so even though they look good on a strap, for me bracelet is the way to go . I understand why many collectors think that something like 42-43mm would be the sweet spot for FF. ...
Count me among the thousands who would own an FF if not for the overly large size (diameter and thickness). Frankly, I just want an exact clone, but in a smaller size. 42mm would be perfect. Cheers, John
Perhaps I am imagining things, but it looks like the dial says “Series 1” at the bottom, which if correct, might signal that there will be more than one commemorative Anniversary model?
I actually called the boutique yesterday. They stated they knew nothing about this. But after some “jostling,” they agreed to take a deposit.😉 Then this email appears today! There was nothing when I clicked on Download the press kit. Now, my interpretatio...
I’m imagining 4 diverse product subgroups. 1.A historical 70th anniversary limited edition paying homage to the original 2. 20th anniversary, non-LE, refreshed production model 3. 20th anniversary LE Ocean Commitment 4. 10th anniversary LE Gombessa in ver...
Thank you for sharing and thanks to Blancpain for green lighting this preview. Let’s not forget about the 10th anniversary of the ever successful and growing Bathyscaphe line. Looking forward to learning about all the novelties, Alex