The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Grande Date 5050-12B30-B52A is a modern version of the watch widely regarded as the first modern dive watch. Presented at Baselworld 2018, it was the first Fifty Fathoms to feature Blancpain's instant-change large date, housed in a 45mm satin-brushed titanium case with a domed sapphire bezel and 300m of water resistance.
Key Specifications
-
Reference: 5050-12B30-B52A
-
Collection: Fifty Fathoms
-
Case: 45mm satin-brushed titanium, 16.25mm thick, 23mm lug width
-
Bezel: Unidirectional rotating bezel with domed sapphire insert
-
Dial: Black with luminous applied markers and hands
-
Movement: In-house self-winding Calibre 6918B
-
Frequency: 4 Hz, 44 jewels, 262 components, silicon balance spring
-
Power reserve: 120 hours (5 days), three barrels
-
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, instant-change large date at 6 o'clock
-
Case back: Sapphire crystal display back
-
Water resistance: 300m / 30 bar
-
Strap: Black sail-canvas strap with titanium pin buckle
Fifty Fathoms History: The First Modern Dive Watch
In 1953 Blancpain CEO Jean-Jacques Fiechter, an amateur diver, created the Fifty Fathoms after running low on air during a dive. It was the first watch to bring together every feature of a modern diver: a secured rotating bezel, strong water resistance, a self-winding movement, antimagnetic protection and luminous markers on a dark dial. The name comes from its depth rating of 50 fathoms, about 91 metres, and from a line in Shakespeare's The Tempest. The modern Fifty Fathoms collection relaunched in 2007.
Design: Sapphire Bezel and Large Date
The domed unidirectional bezel is made of sapphire, a material surpassed in hardness only by diamond, so it stays almost scratch-free. It recalls the bakelite bezel of the original 1953 model. The black dial keeps the classic Fifty Fathoms codes: large luminous markers, sword hands and a single large 12. At 6 o'clock, two windows show the Grande Date, which changes instantly at midnight. The lightweight titanium case makes a 45mm diver comfortable for daily wear.
Movement: Calibre 6918B
The in-house Calibre 6918B is based on Blancpain's Calibre 1315. Three mainspring barrels give it a five-day (120-hour) power reserve, and its silicon balance spring protects against magnetic fields. It has 262 components and 44 jewels and runs at 4 Hz. Blancpain's secured movement system adds further protection to the calendar mechanism.
Why Choose the Fifty Fathoms Grande Date
- Descended directly from the 1953 original that defined the modern dive watch
- Five-day power reserve: take it off on Friday and it is still running on Wednesday
- Virtually scratch-proof sapphire bezel and 300m water resistance
- Lightweight titanium case with an exhibition case back
FAQ
When was the Fifty Fathoms Grande Date introduced?
Blancpain presented the Fifty Fathoms Grande Date 5050-12B30-B52A at Baselworld 2018.
What is the power reserve of the Blancpain Calibre 6918B?
Calibre 6918B uses three barrels to deliver a power reserve of 120 hours, or five days.
How water resistant is the Fifty Fathoms 5050-12B30-B52A?
It is water resistant to 300m (30 bar) and built as a true dive watch.
What is the case size of the Fifty Fathoms Grande Date?
The titanium case is 45mm in diameter and 16.25mm thick, with a 23mm lug width.
Does this watch come with box and papers?
Please contact us to confirm the full set contents (box, warranty card and papers) for this specific piece.
Can I view this watch in Dubai or by video call?
Yes. Book a private viewing in Dubai through the form below, or contact Prestige Calibers on WhatsApp or by phone at +971585251224 for a live video presentation.
Гарантии
Покупая часы в Prestige Calibers, вы можете быть абсолютно уверены в качестве и состоянии изделия. Прежде чем доставить часы, мы тщательно проверяем их, чтобы убедиться, что они действительно хороши, а также в идеальном состоянии.
На все подержанные часы, которые мы продаем, распространяется двухлетняя гарантия. Если у вас возникнут проблемы с механизмом, не связанные со сроками вашей эксплуатации, мы готовы обеспечить техническое обслуживание.
Такая гарантия является показателем того, что мы полностью уверены в качестве нашего товара и несем ответственность за то, что мы вам предоставляем. Мы можем доказать, что часы, которые мы продаем, имеют лучшее качество, а гарантия является обязательной защитой прав потребителей для вас, как для наших клиентов.