Watch of the Day
◆ DAILY EXHIBIT N°231
BLANCPAIN
Fifty Fathoms Automatique
Ref. 5015-1130-52A · 2007 (origin 1953)
Dive watch · Stainless steel, sapphire bezel insert
MARKET TIER
High Luxury
MARKET ESTIMATE
REFERENCE
Indicative secondary-market price. Actual value varies by condition, papers, box, and dealer.
Rarity
78
Prestige
90
Value for Money
78
Collector Heat
84
Identity
Brand
Blancpain
Model
Fifty Fathoms Automatique
Reference
5015-1130-52A
Year / Era
2007 (origin 1953)
Category
Dive watch
Price Tier
High Luxury
Case & Materials
Case Size
45mm × 15.4mm
Materials
Stainless steel, sapphire bezel insert
Movement & Complications
Caliber
Blancpain 1315
Type
Automatic
Reserve
120 hours (3 barrels)
Frequency
28,800 bph
COMPLICATIONS
WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT THIS WATCH?
"The diver that started the entire genre. Often forgotten in the Rolex shadow, but historically pivotal."
Historical Significance
The first modern dive watch, predates the Submariner by months. Issued to French combat divers in 1953.
Collector Appeal
Larger and more aggressive than its competitors, with the 5-day reserve adding genuine functional value.
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