Thoughts on Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

[brandrea]

I've debated and debated on this brand and I've come THIS close to pulling the trigger ... something keeps holding me back though.

I'd love to see a FF5015 1130-71 (bracelet), maybe then I'd bite

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by Soarer

Yes, I think you might have a good point there. I have not personally handled the 40mm Milspec and BOCIII yet, so I have to reserve judgement till I see one in the metal.

Last week, while browsing on the FF across other forums and blogs, I came across a nice 40mm FF Trilogy with complete set and papers.
And since I have been bitten by the FF bug, I went on to read this nice article on the Trilogy. https://www.fratellowatches.com/you-...of-the-family/

It piqued my interest even further so I made an offer to purchase it and was accepted.
And I will be picking it up this weekend if the weather here holds up.

So looks like the 40mm FF Trilogy piece is going to be my first foray into the Blancpain FF club.

I sure hope I made the right decision here, as I think it will give me the opportunity to try out the 40mm size, and at the same time wait to see what comes out in Basel 2019.

Congrats amigo! Hopefully you'll love it and it peaks your interest further into the brand. I never even gave Blancpain a second thought until I was smitten by the milspec. After picking it up, I've now really come to love and respect the brand for their history and their current production. Yes, they're not a perfect company and make mistakes, but what watch company is perfect?? (I'm looking at you AP 11:59).

I also can't wait for Basel. I'm really hoping they knock it out of the park.

[asiparks]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I've debated and debated on this brand and I've come THIS close to pulling the trigger ... something keeps holding me back though.

I'd love to see a FF5015 1130-71 (bracelet), maybe then I'd bite

it's lovely, just do it !









just sayin'......

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by asiparks

it's lovely, just do it !









just sayin'......

Gorgeous brother

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[Soarer]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I've debated and debated on this brand and I've come THIS close to pulling the trigger ... something keeps holding me back though.



I'd love to see a FF5015 1130-71 (bracelet), maybe then I'd bite

I was in the same situation. I was so amazed at the FF, Leman, Villeret models, but something was holding me back. Maybe, the pull for other brands was stronger at that time, or simply I wasn't focused.

After reading all the multiple reviews online and ownership experience stories, my gut feel is you're going to love it as I'm going to find out myself in the next couple of days.

So do yourself a favour, and don't deny yourself.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Soarer

I was in the same situation. I was so amazed at the FF, Leman, Villeret models, but something was holding me back. Maybe, the pull for other brands was stronger at that time, or simply I wasn't focused.

After reading all the multiple reviews online and ownership experience stories, my gut feel is you're going to love it as I'm going to find out myself in the next couple of days.

So do yourself a favour, and don't deny yourself.

This forum is littered with enablers

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[Rodrigo082]

Love the Blancpain FF (45mm) as I like better then hand design.
Does anyone know if the Hands are white gold?

[asiparks]

the hands and indices are lume filled white or rose gold, depending on the case material

[Soarer]

I picked up my first 40mm BP FF - Trilogy. Wow! That's the word I will use. The size, quality, the finish. In fact, everything about the watch amazed me!

I am first and foremost a Rolex fan, and wear lots of Rolex GMTs, Subs etc. But this BP FF changed me now.

I am waiting to size the bracelet at Blancpain, and I'll have wrist shots later for sure.

[Jp28]

Anyone have the FF calendar chronology ?
Slightly mad putting all that on a diver but it has an odd appeal !!

[stockae92]

Originally Posted by Soarer

I picked up my first 40mm BP FF - Trilogy. Wow! That's the word I will use. The size, quality, the finish. In fact, everything about the watch amazed me!

I am first and foremost a Rolex fan, and wear lots of Rolex GMTs, Subs etc. But this BP FF changed me now.

I am waiting to size the bracelet at Blancpain, and I'll have wrist shots later for sure.

Wow, that bezel

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by Soarer

I picked up my first 40mm BP FF - Trilogy. Wow! That's the word I will use. The size, quality, the finish. In fact, everything about the watch amazed me!

I am first and foremost a Rolex fan, and wear lots of Rolex GMTs, Subs etc. But this BP FF changed me now.

I am waiting to size the bracelet at Blancpain, and I'll have wrist shots later for sure.

I had the same reaction when I tried on a FF for the first time. I love my sub, and generally have thought every Rolex I’ve tried on has been of superb quality... but I feel the FF is a step above.

[Soarer]

Originally Posted by stockae92

Wow, that bezel

Thanks. The bezel is awesome and the first thing that jumped out at me when I opened the box. And turning it felt so solid and precise. The build quality is definitely tops even though this is older generation FF.

[Soarer]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

I had the same reaction when I tried on a FF for the first time. I love my sub, and generally have thought every Rolex I’ve tried on has been of superb quality... but I feel the FF is a step above.

Completely agree with you. The build quality is definitely a step above. And speaking of Sub, it reminds me of our earlier discussion we had on size of the 40mm FF.

I compared it with my 5-digit Sub, and the FF felt and wore quite similar in terms of size. So my impression is if you love the 5-digit Sub and feel comfortable with the size which obviously I am, then the 40mm FF will work great for you.

[Soarer]

Next to my Zenith EP Rainbow Flyback Chronograph which is also 40mm and Tudor BB58 which is 39mm.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by Soarer

Completely agree with you. The build quality is definitely a step above. And speaking of Sub, it reminds me of our earlier discussion we had on size of the 40mm FF.

I compared it with my 5-digit Sub, and the FF felt and wore quite similar in terms of size. So my impression is if you love the 5-digit Sub and feel comfortable with the size which obviously I am, then the 40mm FF will work great for you.

Yes, completely agree, it wears like a 5 digit sub.

I feel as though 40mm FFs wear traditional, and modern 40/41mm sport watches (maxi case subs and ROs) kind of wear large. Since this is the current trend, people tend to think the 40mm FFs wear "small" in comparison.

[Soarer]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

Yes, completely agree, it wears like a 5 digit sub.



I feel as though 40mm FFs wear traditional, and modern 40/41mm sport watches (maxi case subs and ROs) kind of wear large. Since this is the current trend, people tend to think the 40mm FFs wear "small" in comparison.

Being surrounded by all the maxi case Rolex, jumbo size RO and the new SMP, the 40mm FF definitely feels like a breath of fresh air when I put it on my wrist. I think BP got it right when they designated the 40mm for Limited run models. But like you said, I think they should do a 42mm for the normal production Diver models.


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[GB-man]

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[KevinP.]

The Fifty Fathoms is easily one of my favourites!

I’m trying hard to find a vintage No Rad and I would also love a modern or vintage MIL-SPEC but these puppies are hard to find.

[gretch6364]

I was hoping we would see a 40MM added to the standard product line. Guess I have to just find a Ocean
commitment 3

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by gretch6364

I was hoping we would see a 40MM added to the standard product line. Guess I have to just find a Ocean
commitment 3

New 40mm coming this year. Again will be limited. Details coming soon

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by GB-man

New 40mm coming this year. Again will be limited. Details coming soon

This will be released in mid May, when media are allowed to cover what retailers just saw. Correct?

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

This will be released in mid May, when media are allowed to cover what retailers just saw. Correct?

Maybe that’s the case, that would be annoying haha I want to know what we are looking at. I only know there’s three new Limited FF coming. Two sound intriguing to me.

[gretch6364]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Maybe that’s the case, that would be annoying haha I want to know what we are looking at. I only know there’s three new Limited FF coming. Two sound intriguing to me.

Any chance we get a blue one at a better price point then the Ocean Commit 3?

That is what I am really really looking for.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by gretch6364

Any chance we get a blue one at a better price point then the Ocean Commit 3?

That is what I am really really looking for.

I’m not expecting it to be blue. I only got verbal descriptions as no photos allowed.

[gretch6364]

Thanks. I guess we will just have to wait and see. I am definitely excited as the FF in 40MM is tough to beat.

[improviz]

I sure wish they'd do a 42...these things wear a bit smaller than their size, on me the 40 would be a tad bit too small.

[ajw45]

I traded my Sea Dweller in for a 500 Fathoms GMT and so happy I made the move. The Blancpain really is a tangible step up from the SD though I wish there was a matching titanium bracelet option. The case design wears small, the 48mm is easier to wear than my 46mm Big Pilot, the 45mm standard wears almost like a 42mm from other brands....

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by gretch6364

Thanks. I guess we will just have to wait and see. I am definitely excited as the FF in 40MM is tough to beat.

Originally Posted by improviz

I sure wish they'd do a 42...these things wear a bit smaller than their size, on me the 40 would be a tad bit too small.

I tend to agree but I’ll take what I can get. I don’t mind the Daytona so I figure I won’t mind the size of the 40.

[ChrisInCharlotte]

Originally Posted by improviz

I sure wish they'd do a 42...these things wear a bit smaller than their size, on me the 40 would be a tad bit too small.

They are doing a 42.5mm air command vintage style chrono, but its a chrono..