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
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