Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III. Blancpain presented the third series of Blancpain Ocean Commitment (BOC) limited edition diving watches. The new Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III comes in a 40 mm-diameter satin-brushed steel case, an exclusive diameter reserved for limited-edition Fifty Fathoms watches. A limited edition of 250 individually-numbered pieces, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III has a price of Euro 16,240. The brand has committed to donate 1,000 euro for the sale of each watch, implying a total of 250,000 euro added to Blancpain's much larger support.
Blancpain presented the third series of Blancpain Ocean Commitment (BOC) limited edition diving watches.
Since the launch of the Fifty Fathoms – the first modern diving watch – in 1953, Blancpain has maintained a strong commitment to exploring and preserving the world's oceans.
Four years ago, in addition to Blancpain's annual support to expeditions and major oceanographic projects, the brand introduced a first series of limited edition BOC timepieces, followed by a second series in 2016.
The new Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III comes in a 40 mm-diameter satin-brushed steel case, an exclusive diameter reserved for limited-edition Fifty Fathoms watches.
The deep blue, unidirectional rotating bezel is topped by a scratch-resistant sapphire ring and features large indexes in Super-LumiNova, as are the dial's markings and hands, for optimal readability in underwater conditions.
Bearing the BOC logo at 6 o'clock, the dial colour matches that of the bezel. The deep blue colour is also used for the sail-canvas strap and the additional NATO strap.
Water resistant to 30 bar, equivalent to approximately 300 meters / 1,000 feet, the watch is powered by a reliable and robust self-winding movement, Calibre 1151, which achieves a four-day power reserve and is fitted with a silicon hairspring, a material insensitive to magnetic fields.
The movement is visible through the transparent sapphire case-back, allowing the owner to appreciate the fine Côtes de Genève decoration, as well as of the gold winding rotor specially engraved with the inscription "Ocean Commitment" and featuring a NAC finish (an alloy notably composed of platinum).
A limited edition of 250 individually-numbered pieces, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III (ref. 5008-11B40-52A) has a price of Euro 16,240. The brand has committed to donate 1,000 Euro for the sale of each watch, implying a total of 250,000 Euro added to Blancpain's much larger support.
Each client will receive a corresponding hand-numbered copy of the Edition Fifty Fathoms book, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The purchase of a Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III timepiece also entitles its owner to membership of the Blancpain Ocean Commitment Circle, with access to exclusive advantages including invitations to private BOC events and conferences regarding scientific expeditions financed by Blancpain. blancpain.com
Suggested reading:
- Blancpain, the history of the oldest watch brand
Since the launch of the Fifty Fathoms – the first modern diving watch – in 1953, Blancpain has maintained a strong commitment to exploring and preserving the world's oceans.
Four years ago, in addition to Blancpain's annual support to expeditions and major oceanographic projects, the brand introduced a first series of limited edition BOC timepieces, followed by a second series in 2016.
The new Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III comes in a 40 mm-diameter satin-brushed steel case, an exclusive diameter reserved for limited-edition Fifty Fathoms watches.
The deep blue, unidirectional rotating bezel is topped by a scratch-resistant sapphire ring and features large indexes in Super-LumiNova, as are the dial's markings and hands, for optimal readability in underwater conditions.
Bearing the BOC logo at 6 o'clock, the dial colour matches that of the bezel. The deep blue colour is also used for the sail-canvas strap and the additional NATO strap.
Water resistant to 30 bar, equivalent to approximately 300 meters / 1,000 feet, the watch is powered by a reliable and robust self-winding movement, Calibre 1151, which achieves a four-day power reserve and is fitted with a silicon hairspring, a material insensitive to magnetic fields.
The movement is visible through the transparent sapphire case-back, allowing the owner to appreciate the fine Côtes de Genève decoration, as well as of the gold winding rotor specially engraved with the inscription "Ocean Commitment" and featuring a NAC finish (an alloy notably composed of platinum).
A limited edition of 250 individually-numbered pieces, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III (ref. 5008-11B40-52A) has a price of Euro 16,240. The brand has committed to donate 1,000 Euro for the sale of each watch, implying a total of 250,000 Euro added to Blancpain's much larger support.
Each client will receive a corresponding hand-numbered copy of the Edition Fifty Fathoms book, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The purchase of a Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III timepiece also entitles its owner to membership of the Blancpain Ocean Commitment Circle, with access to exclusive advantages including invitations to private BOC events and conferences regarding scientific expeditions financed by Blancpain. blancpain.com
Suggested reading:
- Blancpain, the history of the oldest watch brand
One of the best diver's watch ever produced. For me it's still the best.
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