Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback
5085F-1130-52
| Brand : | Blancpain |
| Collection : | Fifty Fathoms |
| Model : | Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback |
| Reference : | 5085F-1130-52 |
| Complement : | Steel |
| On sale : | 2007 |
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Brand : Blancpain Collection : Fifty Fathoms Model : Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback Reference : 5085F-1130-52 Complement : Steel On sale : 2007 List Price : 14 110 € Diameter : 45 mm Thickness : 15.50 mm Styles : Diving High Horology Types : Self-winding Calibre : F185 Complication : 12-Hour Counter Small Seconds Flyback Chronograph 30-Minute Counter Case material : Steel Case peculiarity : Unidirectional turning bezel Water-resistance : 300 meters Dial color : Black Display : Luminescent hands Indexes : Triangles Arabic numerals Luminescent Strap material : Sail Canvas Strap color : Black + More characteristics : Caliber Thickness 5.50 mmDiameter 26.20 mmPower-reserve in hours : 4037 rubies308 componentsCaseBetween horns 23 mm
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- BLANCPAIN LAUNCHES A NEW FIFTY FATHOMS COLLECTIONAn acknowledged virtuoso of complication watches, Blancpain also created the world’s first modern diver’s watch,the famous “Fifty Fathoms”,in 1953.The Manufacture in Le Brassus now revisits this watchmaking and nautical sports legend by developing a collection composed of three models:a self-winding watch equipped with a brand-new calibre, a chronograph version with flyback function,and a timepiece featuring a prestigious flying tourbillon.Water-resistant to 300 metres and endowed with essential characteristics of diver’s watches, this new wave of Fifty Fathoms watches marries black dials,bezels and straps with 45 mm-diameter cases in steel,red gold or white gold.The Fifty Fathoms was born from an encounter between Blancpain and two exceptional personalities. In 1952, Captain “Bob” Maloubier and his lieutenant Claude Riffaud were entrusted by the French Ministry of Defence with creating an elite unit of “Combat Divers”. Upon finding no existing watch capable of withstanding the extreme conditions of underwater missions, the two officers came to Blancpain with an extremely specific set of technical specifications, including the revolutionary unidirectional bezel. Building on their expertise and their visionary spirit, the watchmakers and engineers of the Manufacture developed a mechanical masterpiece that was to assert itself as the archetypal diver’s watch. The original model was launched in 1953; its water resistance was guaranteed to a depth of 50 fathoms (91.45 m), hence its names. Fifty Fathoms soon earned a reputation for reliability and sturdiness among the special forces of several different countries. It was adopted by specialists in the field of ocean exploration including the famous French Navy’s GERS (Groupe d’Etudes et de Recherches Sous-Marines, or Under- water research group). It also accompanied the crew of Jacques Cousteau and Louis Malle during the shooting of the “World of Silence” movie. In 1997, Blancpain increased the water resistance of the Fifty Fathoms to a depth of 300 metres, and in 2003, the Manufacture celebrated the 50thanniversary of this legendary model by issuing a limited edition with a new black domed scratchproof sapphire bezel.A full-fledged collectionToday, Blancpain is giving the Fifty Fathoms a new lease on life by creating a full-fledged collection comprising the Automatic model, a Flyback Chronograph version, as well as a fascinating flying Tourbillon version. It represents a means of expressing several forms of expertise cultivated by the Manufacture through variations on a single watch, to the delight of devotees of fine mechanical horology. Blancpain also offers the Fifty Fathoms in red or white gold versions, thereby paying tribute to its precious nature yet without compromising on its sturdiness, water-resistance and reliability.The same indomitable spiritThe three new models display the main signature features that forged the reputation of the original Fifty Fathoms and of its subsequent enhanced versions. The same professionalism is apparent in the decisive choices, dictated by a wealth of experience in the field of diving, its risks and its imperious necessities. The same water-resistance to 300 metres. The same oversized hour-markers and hands ensuring optimal readability. The same black dial and bezel colour, against which the luminescent indications make a striking contrast. The rotating bezel remains a key element of the watch, with its notched profile facilitating handling and its unidirectional rotating system that avoids any inadvertent extension of the dive times. Crafted from scratch-resistant sapphire, one of the hardest materials in the world, and featuring a slightly cambered raised effect that reduces its vulnerability to shocks, this bezel is distinguished by its luxurious finishing.Perfectionism bearing the Blancpain signatureLoyal to its tradition of innovation, the Manufacture in Le Brassus has also made a point of re- examining each detail of the Fifty Fathoms in order to optimise its performances and fine-tune its immediately recognisable design. To accentuate its extreme readability in all circumstances, Blancpain has chosen a new shade of luminescent coating applied to the markings on the bezel and to the hands; the trapeze-shaped hour-markers on the sunburst-effect black dial, as well as the graduated scale showing the last fifteen minutes on the bezel, optimise the user-friendliness of this model. The case is equipped with crown guards that reinforce the security surrounding this essential component. Blancpain has also created a rugged new water-resistant strap in rubber-lined black canvas. The pin buckle specially developed for the collection is adorned with a trapeze reflecting the design of the hour-markers. As on the limited edition in 2003, the exclusive fastening system enables quick and easy strap change. Moreover, an additional strap in rubber along with the instrument required to change it may be acquired separately to complete this set of gear. Blancpain has even innovated in terms of the packaging, by presenting the Fifty Fathoms in an ultra-sturdy watertight box in high-tech materials, which can be used even in extreme conditions.FIFTY FATHOMS CHRONOGRAPHE FLYBACKThe quintessence of the sporting spiritBlancpain innovates by interpreting the Fifty Fathoms in a chronograph version. This choice will delight professional divers, as well as all nautical and water sports enthusiasts. It called for some impressive feats in terms of its construction, particularly with regard to the pushers. Most chronographs cannot be handled while diving, but thanks to a system of special joints concealed within the case, Blancpain has succeeded in making the push-buttons perfectly water-resistant and operational at depths of 300 metres. The Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback can thus truly be used in oceans or lakes, and not only above water level.Representing another refined technical feature, the chronograph is endowed with a flyback function – one of Blancpain’s specialities, as confirmed by the 1997 launch of the very first ladies’Flyback Chronograph. This sophisticated system enables instant restart of a new timing operation by pressing the push-button at 4 o’clock, without needing to first stop and reset the hands. The small hour and minute counters are easily legible thanks to the contrast of white indications against a black background. The self-winding movement is protected from magnetic fields by a dedicated cage. The Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback is fitted with a rugged case carved from steel. It is also available in a gold version in which the deep black of the dial, bezel and strap make a wonderful match for the warm shade of 18-carat red gold. A top-ranked chronograph that is equally in its element at a high-society evening event and in the solitude of the ocean depths.
- BLANCPAIN LAUNCHES A NEW FIFTY FATHOMS COLLECTIONAn acknowledged virtuoso of complication watches, Blancpain also created the world’s first modern diver’s watch,the famous “Fifty Fathoms”,in 1953.The Manufacture in Le Brassus now revisits this watchmaking and nautical sports legend by developing a collection composed of three models:a self-winding watch equipped with a brand-new calibre, a chronograph version with flyback function,and a timepiece featuring a prestigious flying tourbillon.Water-resistant to 300 metres and endowed with essential characteristics of diver’s watches, this new wave of Fifty Fathoms watches marries black dials,bezels and straps with 45 mm-diameter cases in steel,red gold or white gold.The Fifty Fathoms was born from an encounter between Blancpain and two exceptional personalities. In 1952, Captain “Bob” Maloubier and his lieutenant Claude Riffaud were entrusted by the French Ministry of Defence with creating an elite unit of “Combat Divers”. Upon finding no existing watch capable of withstanding the extreme conditions of underwater missions, the two officers came to Blancpain with an extremely specific set of technical specifications, including the revolutionary unidirectional bezel. Building on their expertise and their visionary spirit, the watchmakers and engineers of the Manufacture developed a mechanical masterpiece that was to assert itself as the archetypal diver’s watch. The original model was launched in 1953; its water resistance was guaranteed to a depth of 50 fathoms (91.45 m), hence its names. Fifty Fathoms soon earned a reputation for reliability and sturdiness among the special forces of several different countries. It was adopted by specialists in the field of ocean exploration including the famous French Navy’s GERS (Groupe d’Etudes et de Recherches Sous-Marines, or Under- water research group). It also accompanied the crew of Jacques Cousteau and Louis Malle during the shooting of the “World of Silence” movie. In 1997, Blancpain increased the water resistance of the Fifty Fathoms to a depth of 300 metres, and in 2003, the Manufacture celebrated the 50thanniversary of this legendary model by issuing a limited edition with a new black domed scratchproof sapphire bezel.A full-fledged collectionToday, Blancpain is giving the Fifty Fathoms a new lease on life by creating a full-fledged collection comprising the Automatic model, a Flyback Chronograph version, as well as a fascinating flying Tourbillon version. It represents a means of expressing several forms of expertise cultivated by the Manufacture through variations on a single watch, to the delight of devotees of fine mechanical horology. Blancpain also offers the Fifty Fathoms in red or white gold versions, thereby paying tribute to its precious nature yet without compromising on its sturdiness, water-resistance and reliability.The same indomitable spiritThe three new models display the main signature features that forged the reputation of the original Fifty Fathoms and of its subsequent enhanced versions. The same professionalism is apparent in the decisive choices, dictated by a wealth of experience in the field of diving, its risks and its imperious necessities. The same water-resistance to 300 metres. The same oversized hour-markers and hands ensuring optimal readability. The same black dial and bezel colour, against which the luminescent indications make a striking contrast. The rotating bezel remains a key element of the watch, with its notched profile facilitating handling and its unidirectional rotating system that avoids any inadvertent extension of the dive times. Crafted from scratch-resistant sapphire, one of the hardest materials in the world, and featuring a slightly cambered raised effect that reduces its vulnerability to shocks, this bezel is distinguished by its luxurious finishing.Perfectionism bearing the Blancpain signatureLoyal to its tradition of innovation, the Manufacture in Le Brassus has also made a point of re- examining each detail of the Fifty Fathoms in order to optimise its performances and fine-tune its immediately recognisable design. To accentuate its extreme readability in all circumstances, Blancpain has chosen a new shade of luminescent coating applied to the markings on the bezel and to the hands; the trapeze-shaped hour-markers on the sunburst-effect black dial, as well as the graduated scale showing the last fifteen minutes on the bezel, optimise the user-friendliness of this model. The case is equipped with crown guards that reinforce the security surrounding this essential component. Blancpain has also created a rugged new water-resistant strap in rubber-lined black canvas. The pin buckle specially developed for the collection is adorned with a trapeze reflecting the design of the hour-markers. As on the limited edition in 2003, the exclusive fastening system enables quick and easy strap change. Moreover, an additional strap in rubber along with the instrument required to change it may be acquired separately to complete this set of gear. Blancpain has even innovated in terms of the packaging, by presenting the Fifty Fathoms in an ultra-sturdy watertight box in high-tech materials, which can be used even in extreme conditions.FIFTY FATHOMS CHRONOGRAPHE FLYBACKThe quintessence of the sporting spiritBlancpain innovates by interpreting the Fifty Fathoms in a chronograph version. This choice will delight professional divers, as well as all nautical and water sports enthusiasts. It called for some impressive feats in terms of its construction, particularly with regard to the pushers. Most chronographs cannot be handled while diving, but thanks to a system of special joints concealed within the case, Blancpain has succeeded in making the push-buttons perfectly water-resistant and operational at depths of 300 metres. The Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback can thus truly be used in oceans or lakes, and not only above water level.Representing another refined technical feature, the chronograph is endowed with a flyback function – one of Blancpain’s specialities, as confirmed by the 1997 launch of the very first ladies’Flyback Chronograph. This sophisticated system enables instant restart of a new timing operation by pressing the push-button at 4 o’clock, without needing to first stop and reset the hands. The small hour and minute counters are easily legible thanks to the contrast of white indications against a black background. The self-winding movement is protected from magnetic fields by a dedicated cage. The Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback is fitted with a rugged case carved from steel. It is also available in a gold version in which the deep black of the dial, bezel and strap make a wonderful match for the warm shade of 18-carat red gold. A top-ranked chronograph that is equally in its element at a high-society evening event and in the solitude of the ocean depths.
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Brand : Blancpain Collection : Fifty Fathoms Model : Fifty Fathoms Chronographe Flyback Reference : 5085F-1130-52 Complement : Steel On sale : 2007 List Price : 14 110 € Diameter : 45 mm Thickness : 15.50 mm Styles : Diving High Horology Types : Self-winding Calibre : F185 Complication : 12-Hour Counter Small Seconds Flyback Chronograph 30-Minute Counter Case material : Steel Case peculiarity : Unidirectional turning bezel Water-resistance : 300 meters Dial color : Black Display : Luminescent hands Indexes : Triangles Arabic numerals Luminescent Strap material : Sail Canvas Strap color : Black More characteristics : Caliber Thickness 5.50 mmDiameter 26.20 mmPower-reserve in hours : 4037 rubies308 componentsCaseBetween horns 23 mm