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The movement inside This reference is built with either calibre. The choice changes the price, the rate and the reserve — nothing else about the watch.
| Base | Seiko NH35 or Miyota 8215, automatic | Swiss clone of the maison's own calibre |
|---|---|---|
| Rate | ±15 to 25 seconds a day | ±5 to 10 seconds a day |
| Reserve | About 40 hours | 55 to 70 hours |
| Balance | 21,600 A/h · six beats a second | 28,800 A/h · eight beats a second |
| Servicing | Any watchmaker can service it; parts are everywhere | Serviced by a specialist; finished as the original is |
| Suited to | Wearing daily, keeping simply, spending less | Matching the reference exactly, and glass casebacks |
The Swiss movement is $50 more. That figure buys the rate, the reserve and a movement that reads correctly through a glass back — not a different watch.
Which we would take. If it is to be worn every day and serviced down the road from you, the Japanese is the honest answer. If it has to survive a loupe against the reference — or the caseback is glass and the movement is meant to be seen — take the Swiss.
The exact base calibre for this reference is confirmed in writing, with the QC film, before anything is dispatched. The two movements, explained
- QC film before ship
- 2-year warranty
- Discreet insured express
Add to cart, enter your ship-to details, then pay with crypto — or message the desk. Either way you get a QC film of this piece: reply GL to ship or RL for another. Japanese +$50 · Swiss +$100.
Before you decide: how we inspect · Swiss or Japanese · what 1:1 means · FAQ
Description
GF Special Recommendation: Blancpain introduces two new interpretations of the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe, using light as a design hallmark. For the first time, Super-LumiNova® extends to the bezel, illuminating the watch along with the white gold luminescent hour markers and the dazzling blue sunburst dial. This harmony of light is showcased in the new blue ceramic case—born from the depths of the ocean, designed to reveal its full intensity in sunlight. Each watch presents a soft or intense luminescence, paired with a striking blue sunburst dial and luminescent details, showcasing its unique charm. The white gold hour markers capture and reflect light, enhancing the dial's luster and contrast. Two expressions of light intertwine: the natural, signature glow of Super-LumiNova®, and the subtle modernity of the tonal blue luminescence. The traditionally Liquidmetal® bezel now also shimmers with Super-LumiNova®, creating a seamless balance of light that extends to the luminescent stitching on the canvas strap. Where a passion for the ocean meets a spirit of innovation, Blancpain infuses the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe world with a new blue ceramic expression. This hue evokes the mystique of the deep sea—light fading, yet never truly disappearing. The 43.6mm satin-brushed case boasts 30 bar water resistance, combining exceptional durability with exquisite technical aesthetics. Bathyscaphe is powered by Blancpain's renowned Calibre 1315 movement, known for its robustness and precision. This automatic movement features three series-connected barrels, providing a powerful power reserve. The exquisite finishing visible through the sapphire crystal case back showcases Blancpain's watchmaking craftsmanship—a perfect fusion of technology and beauty. Resistant to the test of time and the deep sea, the blue abyss ceramic embodies Blancpain's enduring pursuit of innovation, elegance, and heritage.
Specifications
| Maison | Blancpain |
| Case size | 43.6 MM |
| Movement | 1315 |
| Dial | Blue |
| Grade | Standard |
| Warranty | Two years, mechanical defects |
| Dispatch | 1–2 business days after QC approval |
Any term in this table can be looked up — beat rate, lug-to-lug, amplitude, power reserve — in the glossary.
What you see on the QC film
Macro stills and short film of your exact watch — dial print and lume, case flanks, bezel action, clasp stampings, crown threads, and the movement running. Nothing ships until you reply GL. RL means we swap or adjust first. See how ordering works.
Shipping & delivery
After GL: 1–2 business days to prep, then insured express (DHL, UPS or EMS) another 5–10. Tracking is e-mailed the moment the piece leaves. Packaging is double-boxed and discreet.
Warranty & returns
Two-year warranty against mechanical defects. Unworn pieces may be returned within 14 days or exchanged within 30, protective seals intact. Full terms.
Off the sweep
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms White Gold
Not a studio frame. The same piece, in the room it was photographed in, with nothing tidied out of the way.
As it arrives
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms White Gold
Kept unretouched: what is in this photograph is what goes into the parcel.
From the bench
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms White Gold
One of our own frames rather than a catalogue picture — included because it shows what a white background hides.
Off the sweep
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms White Gold
Not a studio frame. The same piece, in the room it was photographed in, with nothing tidied out of the way.
As it arrives
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms White Gold
Kept unretouched: what is in this photograph is what goes into the parcel.
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