It is their passion and dedication which opened up whole new vistas for underwater exploration and that continue to inspire Blancpain in using innovative materials and new technical solutions in order to push the limits of its timepieces and to fulfil the most sophisticated demands.Ĭall us: 1.800.595.5330 / (+1) 239.262. The latest additions to the collection are extraordinary technical achievements as well as a tribute to the pioneers who made scuba diving possible. So, 50 fathoms is equivalent to 91.45 meters, which is the maximum depth that divers could achieve at the time given their equipment. The same professionalism is apparent in the decisive design choices, dictated by a wealth of experience in the field of diving, its risks and its imperious necessities. Fifty Fathoms comes from the unit of marine depth measurement and a fathom is equivalent to 1.829 meters. Ever since, Blancpain has been accompanying divers and underwater photographers in their exploration and discovery of the oceans’ fragile beauty, thus contributing to the knowledge of this fascinating universe and to the motivation to protect it.Īll Fifty Fathoms models feature the main signature elements that forged the reputation of their legendary ancestor and established it as the archetypal diver’s watch. The Fifty Fathoms collection embodies Blancpain’s passion for the underwater world that was originally expressed in 1953 with the creation of the first modern diver’s watch. 0 interest for 24 months available Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Watches First launched in 1953, this collection of modern diver’s watches has been inspired by Blancpain’s passion and admiration of the underwater world. The movement is a Blancpain LIP calibre R108, which was originally developed by the French company Ebauches SA and was the standard movement for the fifty fathoms for over a decade.The Fifty Fathoms collection embodies Blancpain’s passion for the underwater world that was originally expressed in 1953 with the creation of the first modern diver’s watch. Rolex by this time had already released the submariner but fame for the dive watch was still far away.Ĭreating a watch for the general public was another challenge and Blancpain partnered with LIP and they made this watch with a smaller size(the original army version being 40mm and this was at the time way to big for civilians, smaller was better at that time). The first time it was spoted in public was at the 1956 Cannes Film Festival where the French Navy Officer and soon to be filmmaker Jacques-Yves Cousteau was wearing one. It shows that Blancpain 'gets it,' and understands not to mess with the essence of the Fifty Fathoms. With Act I of its 70th-anniversary celebration, Blancpain looks to have balanced the core of a classic with appealing to today's buyers by updating modern build quality (and sizing). The watch started it's live only in a proffesional(navy) setting. An original 1950s Blancpain Fifty Fathoms with bronze case. Handsome, well dressed and ready for any action. The fifty fathoms is the actual maximum dive dept of that time(91 meters). KD: To me the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms is like a diver in a tuxedo. So when you look at the history of dive watches, the LIP Blancpain fifty fathoms is a logical place to start. Many point to the introduction of the Blancpain. It preceded the Rolex Submariner and introduced functionalities that are still in use today, such as the rotating bezel). The watch takes its name from its water depth rating of fifty fathoms, which is equivalent to 91.45 meters. With this being the consumer version of the blancpain dive watch that was issued to many european navies and US Navy Seals. Way more unique then the submariners that came after and at a more affordable price.įor the people that are into dive watches this is very close to a holy grail. This is such a great investment in our opinion and should shine in every dive watch enthousiasts collection. Well worn and some radium spread on the dial but it makes it look tropical and all is untouched. The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe is the smaller, more wearable brother of the Fifty Fathoms, albeit, no less functional. How often you find a double signed LIP-Blancpain in all original condition. When we found this gem our hart started to beat a little faster.
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