Blancpain

Being invited by local BP Boutique to try on the new 5010 series of Fifty Fathoms, side by side with my Act III. Some of my thoughts on this new regular line of FF: 1. The 42.3mm is much more wearable than the former 45mm one on small to medium wrist. Tho...  

and the new 5010 FF is a strong contender in the sports category. And the superb lug design makes its wearable for most of us. Will be keeping this in mind.

I think 42mm is perfect for the 50 Fathoms, and I actually prefer the more pronounced sword hands, as it makes them look more special, whereas the thinner ones look kind of generic to me as if from one of my Breitlings. Would be great if they offered it i... 

A sport model in Ti would be more than welcome in my collection... but it has to be really light and comfortable and with contained proportions, so let's see. Micro-adjustment in the bracelet would be more than welcome, even a must for me...

Here is another option to consider, 40mm & steel. I don't know how easy it would be to find one, but for me it really works as the bracelet makes the watch wear a bit larger. I think the new models wear better on a strap (based on my act I which has the s...  

Despite being tempted numerous times by the other ones I only own the ocean commitment.

I bought it ten years ago but had very little wrist time: it was too bulky and heavy. I don't think I will re-enter the brand; somehow, with all the swatch editions, it lost its appeal to me. Christian

Understand why you have this kind of feeling as I think after thes 15 years, the brand has changed the focus and know what collectors are loooking for, the Act III is one that can show the brand listened to the collector's voices, No Date, No Polished Bin...