Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Ceramic case crazy 120hr reserve blue sunburst dial

About this watch

Offered here is a superb example of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe in the iconic grey ceramic and blue NATO configuration - arguably the most wearable and sought-after variant of a collection with over 70 years of dive watch heritage. This is a 2021 full-set example in excellent pre-owned condition, presenting beautifully throughout.

Why this watch stands out:

Heritage pedigree - the Fifty Fathoms collection traces its roots to 1953, making it one of the original purpose-built dive watches and a cornerstone of the genre

In-house Caliber 1315 - an automatic manufacture movement delivering a remarkable 5-day (120-hour) power reserve, a standout spec in its class

Satin-brushed grey ceramic case at 43.6mm - offering exceptional scratch resistance and comfortable lightweight wear

Liquidmetal bezel insert - Blancpain's proprietary material bonds seamlessly with the ceramic, providing a smooth, lasting, and precisely graduated diving scale

Antimagnetic construction with a sapphire exhibition caseback - technical integrity matched with a view of the movement

Sunburst blue dial with applied polished steel indices and bold square hands, all with luminous fill - and a central seconds hand with a distinctive red tip

Screw-down crown and 300m / 1000ft water resistance - genuine tool watch credentials

227-part movement - assembled to the standards of one of Switzerland's most storied independent manufacture houses

Specifications:

• Reference: 5000-0240-NAOA
• Case: 43.6mm, satin-brushed grey ceramic, 13.83mm thick
• Bezel: Grey ceramic, unidirectional rotating, blue ceramic insert with Liquidmetal scale
• Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1315
• Power Reserve: ~120 hours (5 days)
• Water Resistance: 300m / 1000ft
• Strap: Blue textile with pin buckle

Condition: Excellent pre-owned. Case presents very well with minimal signs of use. Dial and crystal are clean. Strap shows light wear.

Included: Original Blancpain box, all papers, dated 2021. Complete full set as delivered from an authorized dealer. Note that this watch has the textile strap as included with 5000-0240-O52A. NOT the NATO strap that comes with the reference ending in NAOA

The Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe in grey ceramic is a perennially in-demand reference that holds its value well - a genuine tool watch from one of horology's most respected maisons. Questions welcome - additional photos available on request.