Blancpain Fifty Fahtoms And Swatch Collaboration

Nivarox · 09-10-2023, 12:51 AM

I don't know what you think about this but I find it very cool .It doesn't feel like a genuine Blancpain product which features a solid case as well as a in house movement but it's still a good idea and opportunity for buyers who don't like to splurge a hefty amount of money to buy one of the greatest watches in the world.
Well, my fave model is the Atlantic model that comes with the blue case and blue dial but other models are cool too . I also like the Antarctic model very nice one

Here's the link to the product :

https://www.swatchgroup.com/en/servi...-fifty-fathoms

gatorfast · 09-10-2023, 10:40 AM

I like the collaboration but not crazy about any of the color combos.

Fredcohiba · 09-10-2023, 12:27 PM

Simpler / solid color bands would be better.

Lady Jane · 09-10-2023, 12:36 PM

An interesting twist and departure from the bland and mundane. I like it.

https://www.ablogtowatch.com/blancpa...watch-concept/

SaMaster14 · 09-13-2023, 01:24 PM

I’ll be picking up an “Indian Ocean” model when I can get to a Swatch store. Color scheme matches my G80 near perfectly 😅

Nivarox · 09-14-2023, 12:20 AM

I picked up Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Atlantic as well as Antarctic models . Pictures later

SaMaster14 · 09-14-2023, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Nivarox

I picked up Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Atlantic as well as Antarctic models . Pictures later

Looking forward to some IRL photos!

Nivarox · 09-16-2023, 10:18 AM

Here's the pictures of the watches

I have noticed something and wanted to share it with you as well. You can't easily replace the nato strap that came with the watch as those watches don't feature a spring bar which damped my enjoyment a bit . You need to buy a 0.9mm hexagon screwdriver to loosen the screws at both ends of the lug to replace the strap

Nivarox · 10-08-2023, 03:04 AM

I have decided to update this topic with the new pictures . I replaced the nato straps that came with the watch to a curved rubber straps which I bought from Amazon .
I also didn't use the stock bars that came with the watch. I used thick spring bars that would provide a tight fit .If you decide to use an aftermarket spring bar make sure you choose the thicker ones , thin ones would not fit .
Lug width is 22MM for those watches . I used not 1 but 2 screwdrivers to remove the factory screw bars . One side to push in the other was to turn the nuts

SaMaster14 · 11-01-2023, 09:39 PM

I was able to pick up the Indian Ocean one (matches my G80 pretty perfectly...) while in Houston. If I were to get another, it would be Antarctic (grey).

Honestly, definitely feels more "solid" than my MoonSwatches, and it is thicker. The caseback is very nice and cool with the Sistem51 movement. Honestly very pleasantly surprised. The NATO is also a nice touch (although the plastic clasps are flimsy).

SaMaster14 · 12-02-2023, 08:08 PM

Lume is surprisingly impressive!

wishbone · 12-07-2023, 05:30 PM

interesting... might try to pick one up in a swatch store, next time.

Nivarox · 01-11-2024, 02:10 AM

Blancpain Fifty Fahom's newest release

I find it very cool but I didn't expect this model , probably later

Nivarox · 01-16-2024, 10:39 PM

It's here Ocean Of Storms

SaMaster14 · 01-19-2024, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Nivarox

It's here Ocean Of Storms

How is the "sunburst" black dial in person??

Looks pretty cool!

If I do get another "Scuba" I'll probably go for the no-date grey/white Antarctic.

Really enjoying my Indian Ocean model and not opposed to adding another to the collection.

Nivarox · 01-19-2024, 10:50 PM

The dial of the black model is very nice but it doesn't pop as it does on the Atlantic Blue Dial model . I expected a matte dial but this one is better to me
I highly recommend Antarctic model as well .

SaMaster14 · 01-20-2024, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Nivarox

The dial of the black model is very nice but it doesn't pop as it does on the Atlantic Blue Dial model . I expected a matte dial but this one is better to me
I highly recommend Antarctic model as well .

The newly opened Swatch store in Los Angeles (Topanga mall) didn’t have it last time I went (nor did they have the Neptune MoonSwatch I’ve been chasing since release…)

Really want to see Antarctic in person, as I saw Arctic and didn’t love it in person - VERY orange and the “nuclear” log is smaller than it appears in photos.

I will say though, the detail on these dials, especially for the price, is quite good!

SaMaster14 · 02-01-2024, 03:39 PM

Well it definitely matches the car...

(and just realized the date is 12 hours behind!)

SaMaster14 · 02-28-2024, 01:46 PM

Before a car wash (iPhone pic) and then playing with my Nikon + macro lens!

09-10-2023, 12:51 AM	#1
Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	Blancpain Fifty Fahtoms And Swatch Collaboration I don't know what you think about this but I find it very cool .It doesn't feel like a genuine Blancpain product which features a solid case as well as a in house movement but it's still a good idea and opportunity for buyers who don't like to splurge a hefty amount of money to buy one of the greatest watches in the world. Well, my fave model is the Atlantic model that comes with the blue case and blue dial but other models are cool too . I also like the Antarctic model very nice one Here's the link to the product : https://www.swatchgroup.com/en/servi...-fifty-fathoms __________________
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Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	I picked up Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Atlantic as well as Antarctic models . Pictures later __________________
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Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	Here's the pictures of the watches I have noticed something and wanted to share it with you as well. You can't easily replace the nato strap that came with the watch as those watches don't feature a spring bar which damped my enjoyment a bit . You need to buy a 0.9mm hexagon screwdriver to loosen the screws at both ends of the lug to replace the strap Attached Images __________________ Last edited by Nivarox; 10-08-2023 at 11:00 PM..
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Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	I have decided to update this topic with the new pictures . I replaced the nato straps that came with the watch to a curved rubber straps which I bought from Amazon . I also didn't use the stock bars that came with the watch. I used thick spring bars that would provide a tight fit .If you decide to use an aftermarket spring bar make sure you choose the thicker ones , thin ones would not fit . Lug width is 22MM for those watches . I used not 1 but 2 screwdrivers to remove the factory screw bars . One side to push in the other was to turn the nuts Attached Images __________________
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SaMaster14 Brigadier General 5131 Rep 3,953 Posts Drives: '23 G80 M3C xDrive; '13 e92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Southern California iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW M3 [8.72] 2023 BMW M3 Competi ... [9.63]	I was able to pick up the Indian Ocean one (matches my G80 pretty perfectly...) while in Houston. If I were to get another, it would be Antarctic (grey). Honestly, definitely feels more "solid" than my MoonSwatches, and it is thicker. The caseback is very nice and cool with the Sistem51 movement. Honestly very pleasantly surprised. The NATO is also a nice touch (although the plastic clasps are flimsy). Attached Images __________________ 2023 G80 M3 Competition xDrive Isle of Man Green on Kyalami Orange full leather - 826M black wheels - Carbon Fiber Trim - Carbon Bucket Seats - Executive/Driving Assist/Parking Packages - Laserlight - M Shadowline Lights - M Drive Pro - CS Trans/Diff/Steering Coding 2013 E92 M3 Mineral White on Bamboo Beige noviello leather (Base w/ Nav, Comfort Access, Lighting Pack) - DINAN Stage 1 and Free Flow Axle-Back Exhaust
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Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	Blancpain Fifty Fahom's newest release I find it very cool but I didn't expect this model , probably later __________________
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Nivarox Quadrex 1115 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: W212 Mercedes=Benz E Class Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Close To German Car Dealer iTrader: (0)	The dial of the black model is very nice but it doesn't pop as it does on the Atlantic Blue Dial model . I expected a matte dial but this one is better to me I highly recommend Antarctic model as well . __________________
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