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The new movements
Hi Oliver:
Honestly Blancpain has really been doing a lot with its new movements. I can count seven new calibers that came out in a 2.5 year period:
- 13R0. Eight day power reserve manual wind with titanium balance, free sprung balance, Breguet overcoil and three barrels.
- 1315. Five day power reserve, automatic winding, free sprung Glydur balance, three barrels.
- 225. Carrousel. Lot's going on here. First flying carrousel. First one minute carrousel. Longest power reserve for a carrousel
- 13R5. Eight day power reserve, automatic winding, titanium balance, free sprung balance, three barrels
- 66R9. Eight day power reserve, automatic winding, titanium balance, free sprung balance, three barrels, complete calendar moon phase integrated into the movement
- Tourbillon GMT. Eight day power reserve. Tourbillon with two time zones.
- 500 Fathoms GMT. Five day power reserve. GMT. Free sprung balance, three barrels.
That's a lot. How many new movements has Patek done in this period? All of us would like more new stuff like this because the new stuff is so good. So I keep saying "more! more!"
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And Now For A Fifty Change of Pace
You guys have been amazing with the range of vintage Fifty Fathoms pieces that you have acquired and photographed. I lay no claim on that territory and have to make do enjoying your posts! Thanks for those. I can at least contribue a little bit with a nic...
Because there are not only Vintage ...
Here's a Klagenfurt Shot ( Austria ) of a 50Th Anniversary: You're right, Jeff...This simple FF is awesome, and it is really a pleasure to wear it. Best, Nicolas...
I love this modern FF a lot!
With time I would be a happy boy if a could add a moder FF to my little collection of vintage. What better than a thema like this?!! Perfect pic... thanks for shaing this modern Beast! Best Emilio
Let them out ...
ok they look nice in the dark ... but even better in the light ... (above the water) (inside the water) Beside some really nice vintage FF´s ... we have three (!) newer FF´s: One is my favourite, just because of ... the movement Very accurate, very reliab...
Superb answer, Oliver!
Yep, the Caliber on the new FF is really awesome! Best, Nicolas
Thanks, Oliver. Maybe you point out the best feature
There is something overlooked many times when it comes to sport watches. It seems that even the most diehard collectors talk only about the outside of the watch--the case, the bezel, the strap, the dial etc. And it seems to be getting worse in these days ...
And the Movement Photo
Forgot I had this. This is a pre-production "mule" so it has been abused and taken apart and reassembled countless times, not to mention banged around in the technical bureau. But it does show the beauty of the movement and its special soleil finish which...
Thanks Jeff and ideed I tried to ...
point out the best feature of the FF Ref. 5015 . You mentioned the probably most well known and most widely used chronograph movement: Valjoux 7750 What comes to my mind: The strength of the Ref. 5015 is the "weakness" of the Ref. 5085. The "problem" (at ...
The new movements
Hi Oliver: Honestly Blancpain has really been doing a lot with its new movements. I can count seven new calibers that came out in a 2.5 year period: 13R0. Eight day power reserve manual wind with titanium balance, free sprung balance, Breguet overcoil and...
Jeff you mentioned 7 new movements and I ...
mentioned just 5 - ok. It was not my target at all to mention them all, just because this is not my point. Let me try it again: Slim movements are not famous for "toughness" To me the idea behind the Calibre 1315 is clear - reliability, accuracy and "toug...
Comparisons
Oliver I agree on comparisons in general. My point was simply that a huge effort has been expended in developing a lot of really good movements and more will come. Most other brands have not been working as hard and I thought a bit of perspective would be...
Is that your official opinion, Pink?
You know I take your opinions seriously, so is the BB50 the best diving watch? Best, respo
Yes.....
Please bear in mind, my friend, that I am of course not an expert and many in this forum would disagree with me on this. However..... It is a classic watch from a great manufacture, a great history, aclassic design and extremely comfortable to wear- both ...
ARRRRRGH!
You're very persuasive, and that photo of your black BP50 is as well. I have not been a big fan of the all-black watch until this one, which is beautiful. Thanks, buddy. You continue to make my life difficult. LOL. respo
LOL.....
What are friends for... Glad to contribute so your choice is more difficult ... LOLOL Cheers
FF is one of the best
I acquired couple of watches this year, but FF has most of the wrist time. Such a beautiful creation from Blancpain, it, represents the vintage and modern interpretation of a perfect diver...
Brilliant pic, Hary!
The FF in all its beauty! Thanks for sharing it with us. Best, Nicolas