Arguably the first modern dive watch ever, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms was released in 1953 on commission for the French 'Frogmen' – an elite military group of combat swimmers. Designed with strict requirements in mind, the Fifty Fathom's was tasked with keeping its wearers alive on their life or death military missions. From life or death situations to its luxurious existence today, the Fifty Fathoms has evolved into both; Blancpain's most famous model, and one of the most important dive watches we have in horology today. Perhaps one of the most fashion-forward variants of this iconic diver, the Fifty Fathoms ref. 5015-12B30-B52B that we have here features a stunning black dial with Arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6 and 9 and a hidden date aperture at 4:30. Matched by its black sapphire crystal unidirectional bezel and rubberised sailcloth strap, this timepiece is as beautiful and understated as it is robust. Featuring a magnificent 45mm titanium case with vertical satin finishing and tight lugs with a comfortable taper along the wrist, the Fifty Fathoms ref. 5015-12B30-B52B wears fantastically given its beefy dive watch dimensions and lightness thanks to its titanium construction. Powered by Blancpain's wonderfully robust automatic cal. 1315 movement, this watch is pakced with five days of power reserve across three mainspring barrels, a silicon balance spring and 227 parts, this 4Hz movement exists at the apex of luxury dive watches, in keeping with the rest of this timepiece's outstanding design, construction and heritage.

Watch is in near-mint ovearall condition. Case shows only light wear. Watch comes complete with box and papers. There is an additional half strap included in the package.

The ultimate divers watch thanks to its rich heritage, robust iconic design, and impeccable craftsmanship, the Fifty Fathoms has everything one could want in a watch of this nature.