Committed to the Ocean: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

　　A fathom is an imperial and US unit of length; 1 fathom is 6 feet, approximately 1.8288 metres, and the 'Fifty Fathoms' is approximately 100 metres. Many people's understanding of the Fifty Fathoms may stem from Blancpain's commitment to the ocean and its history as standard-issue equipment for French combat divers. The name 'fathom' also references the song of Ariel from Shakespeare's masterpiece, The Tempest. Ariel sings in the ballad: 'Full fathom five thy father lies; Of his bones are coral made.' The Fifty Fathoms is a diving watch that is both refined and robust.

　　Blancpain Fifty Fathoms series 5015-1130-52 water-resistant watch

　　Watch collection: Fifty Fathoms collection

　　Movement Type: automatic mechanical

　　Gender: Men's

　　Case Material: Stainless steel

　　Strap material: NATO strap

　　Case Diameter: 45 mm

　　Watch price: £1000

　　Blancpain Fifty Fathoms watchThe overall design is clean, and the unidirectional rotating bezel is made of sapphire crystal, ensuring the watch looks as good as new every time you glance at it. Although it is a top-tier brand, the Fifty Fathoms is very understated for daily wear. We often pair it with different styles of NATO straps depending on our outfit or activities. Most non-watch enthusiasts mistake it for a fashion watch; it is truly a high-quality, low-profile timepiece that can accompany you on land or at sea with high versatility.

　　The Fifty Fathoms features a brand-new 1315 automatic movement developed by Blancpain. Born for sports, the 1315 movement uses a beryllium bronze balance wheel, gold square adjustment screws, and three mainspring barrels for a 120-hour power reserve. It is more than sufficient as a daily wearer or a backup watch, with significantly improved performance in all aspects, earning it the title 'King of Movements'.

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