Blancpain

In the 1950's, besides the Fifty Fathoms, Blancpain issued a smaller, 34mm diameter, dive watch, called Bathyscaphe. This version was in it's first years of it's release only available with an automatic movement, and was offered for the same price as the ...  

Hi Claude, Interesting watch and good overview. Yes they are rare to find. Every two years there is one in the bay, but you know " buy the seller"... Thanks for sharing Stephan

How do you proceed with your next watch ;-) Do you have news already? regards Claude

Nice piece of History, too. Thanks for filling the blanks of my knowledge on these watches, my friend. Best, Nicolas

Very attractive watches! I love these old divers. They have so much character, and seem to have endured expansive lives full of adventure! May they keep ticking away for many, many years to come! Thanks for sharing this post! Cheers, Daos

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You really have something special there. Wear them all well and with pride.

...I learned something new today on BP watches Thankyou for a superb post and some great pictures Best Hans