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Old 26 March 2017, 03:56 PM   #61
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In as well for similar reasons. Quality manufacturer with most divers too large for me. Agree, finishing a cut above Rolex. Long PR, sweet backside view. Love, love, love the lumed sapphire bezel. Wonder who gets theirs first hopefully we tie and it's sooner rather than later.
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I just put down a deposit for one on a bracelet. As you might guess from my username, I dig the orange.


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Congrats gents and welcome to the party. I doubt I'll be first but I know I'll get one and that's all that matters
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Old 26 March 2017, 11:13 PM   #62
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I went sailcloth having owned a bathy prior. Found that strap ultra comfy. Tom?
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Old 26 March 2017, 11:18 PM   #63
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I'm late to the party but just read reviews and saw videos on this piece. Do you guys know if the bracelet has any micro adjustment features? Also, what percentage discount is possible with BP? Thanks.
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Old 26 March 2017, 11:28 PM   #64
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Congrats Tom This 40mm FF looks great
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Old 26 March 2017, 11:57 PM   #65
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I went sailcloth having owned a bathy prior. Found that strap ultra comfy. Tom?
Sailcloth for me too. It's one of my favorite features of the FF. Comfort wise and aesthetically.

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I'm late to the party but just read reviews and saw videos on this piece. Do you guys know if the bracelet has any micro adjustment features? Also, what percentage discount is possible with BP? Thanks.
Not sure on the micro adjustment. PM sent.

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Old 27 March 2017, 02:18 AM   #66
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I don't have any illusions of grandeur here. As far as resale, this is a BP end of story. I'm buying it because I think it's a sick watch.

I've been playing it safe lately and it's getting boring. Rolex didn't really deliver for me and BP did. I'll give them my money this time.

I found one for just under 10k.


Congrats GB man on your future incoming. I have no doubts that you won't regret the move.. and IMO, this model will definitely do a lot a better than the standard FF in the secondary market. This is by far the best modern Blancpain model since the release of the 50th anniversary model in 2003. Looking forward to future pictures!


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Congrats!!! Lovely model, and small enough for us small wristed peeps. If I did not already have this 50th anniversary 40mm model, I'd be all over it . . .

I definitely share your sentiments.. I'm glad that I have this baby too, otherwise I'm in trouble and I'd be scrambling around to get this new release as well..

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Old 27 March 2017, 03:08 AM   #67
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Hard to wrong with that one, gorgeous.
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Old 27 March 2017, 05:26 PM   #68
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Congrats GB man on your future incoming. I have no doubts that you won't regret the move.. and IMO, this model will definitely do a lot a better than the standard FF in the secondary market. This is by far the best modern Blancpain model since the release of the 50th anniversary model in 2003. Looking forward to future pictures!


I definitely share your sentiments.. I'm glad that I have this baby too, otherwise I'm in trouble and I'd be scrambling around to get this new release as well..

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Old 28 March 2017, 12:24 AM   #69
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I suspect that this one will be a bit small for me, but it does look good.
Interesting that they've used the square crown guards for this version.
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Old 28 March 2017, 03:15 AM   #70
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I've a deposit down on one, here's hoping the exchange rate doesn't tank anymore and change the price (had that last year when I was waiting on the Zenith CP2) :D
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Old 28 March 2017, 05:44 AM   #71
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I suspect that this one will be a bit small for me, but it does look good.
Interesting that they've used the square crown guards for this version.
I noticed the CGs and did find it a bit odd but not enough to bother me. I will admit the regular 45 mm FF does wear well for its size.

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I've a deposit down on one, here's hoping the exchange rate doesn't tank anymore and change the price (had that last year when I was waiting on the Zenith CP2) :D
Congrats! Thankfully picked this one up in my home currency but I buy many Rolex abroad and know how that goes
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Old 28 March 2017, 05:48 AM   #72
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Old 28 March 2017, 06:01 AM   #73
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I want that NATO they've made. It's more like the one from Omega with the fabric keepers. I haven't been a fan of BP's NATOs with metal hardware. Fabric is super comfortable. Hopefully they'll make it in 23mm so I can run it on the FF.


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Old 28 March 2017, 06:18 AM   #74
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Btw, what's the lug width of the new Milspec?


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Old 28 March 2017, 07:49 AM   #75
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Price is $14,100, 20mm lug width. The NATO option is black. June/July delivery to US ADs.

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Btw, what's the lug width of the new Milspec?


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Old 29 March 2017, 02:35 AM   #76
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Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/
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Old 29 March 2017, 04:47 AM   #77
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Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/
Looks about same thickness as Rolex Sub. Thanks for the video.
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Old 29 March 2017, 05:09 AM   #78
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Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

did you get the bracelet or the sailcloth?
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Old 29 March 2017, 05:19 AM   #79
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Looks about same thickness as Rolex Sub. Thanks for the video.
Just found these specs on monochrome which would put it half a mil thicker than a 116610

Case: 40.3 mm diameter x 13.23 mm thick – steel case – rotating bezel –sapphire crystal – Water resistant to 30 ATM / 300m – black dial with water-resistance indicator.

Not bad considering the standard FF is 15.5 mm.
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Old 29 March 2017, 05:21 AM   #80
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Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/
Good vid - can't beat a FF on the sailcloth strap imho, although the other options are very nice.
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Old 29 March 2017, 05:33 AM   #81
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Good vid - can't beat a FF on the sailcloth strap imho, although the other options are very nice.
From a price perspective if you want both options it makes sense to order on NATO & buy the sailcloth separately, but I think the sailcoth strap from BP is easily one of the best/most comfortable straps around.
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Old 29 March 2017, 06:25 AM   #82
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From a price perspective if you want both options it makes sense to order on NATO & buy the sailcloth separately, but I think the sailcoth strap from BP is easily one of the best/most comfortable straps around.
anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?
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Old 29 March 2017, 07:23 AM   #83
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anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?
I seriously contemplated it as I have read glowing reviews of it on other forums doing my research. I decided I just prefer the look of the sailcloth, much like I prefer the 5167/A to 5167/1A.

Price was about 2k more for bracelet.
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Old 29 March 2017, 08:37 AM   #84
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anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?


I've got the bracelet on my Fifty Fathoms and it's worth every penny. I'm doing this MILSPEC on the NATO.


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Old 29 March 2017, 08:55 AM   #85
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I seriously contemplated it as I have read glowing reviews of it on other forums doing my research. I decided I just prefer the look of the sailcloth, much like I prefer the 5167/A to 5167/1A.

Price was about 2k more for bracelet.
I agree with the 5167 on rubber, but I'm torn on this
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Old 29 March 2017, 10:15 AM   #86
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Great videos, guys. The watch looks a little modern with the bracelet and more old school tool watch on the sail cloth and NATO. Either way a really nice piece.
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Old 29 March 2017, 11:40 AM   #87
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I agree with the 5167 on rubber, but I'm torn on this
When in doubt, get both

I'm a sucker for sailcloth.

Anyone ever tried BP NATOs? I'm just wondering if there's any reason I should spend what I assume is hundreds more for one versus just using one from maratcac?
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Old 29 March 2017, 11:47 PM   #88
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When in doubt, get both



I'm a sucker for sailcloth.



Anyone ever tried BP NATOs? I'm just wondering if there's any reason I should spend what I assume is hundreds more for one versus just using one from maratcac?

The problem I have with BP NATOs is the metal hardware. Based on your wrist size, it can become uncomfortable pretty quickly. It looks like the MILSPEC NATO may be all fabric, with fabric keepers, like the Omega series.

If that's true then they've finally done something right. I've been wearing my BPFF on Omegas NATO because it's so comfortable. Fabric keepers are where it's at.

If not then I'm sticking with TOXICNATOS. Their quality and customer service for a simple NATO or ZULU strap is second to none.


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Old 19 May 2017, 09:31 PM   #89
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Well I have a confession to make....I put down a deposit for one.

I made some disparaging comments earlier but they couldn't hold up after handling the watch in a boutique.

Seriously, this is the watch to get this year. It has so much charm. If you love it in photos, you'll love it even more in real life.
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Old 19 May 2017, 09:38 PM   #90
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I'm very late to this party. Congratulations Tom, when do you pick this one up?

I've always been intrigued by the FF, and I'd love to see one in the metal.
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