Even though I know I’ll never go deeper than 1% of that depth, I know my Fifty will withstand the rigours of daily life without a hitch.īesides its robust tool watch design (which is equally comfortable in a board room) it was the classical looks of the Fifty Fathoms that drew me in – a curved sapphire crystal and curved sapphire bezel! Those are the key distinctions that make the Fifty stand out from the rest. There’s something reassuring about knowing your watch can withstand the pressure of 300m depths and all the knocks and bumps associated with such a mighty diver. KD: Being a diver, the Fifty is built to last and stand the tests of time and anything thrown at it along the way. The joy of owning a watch that brings so much happiness each time I look down at my wrist really helps alleviate my stress level and makes me more productive – no joke.įS: WHAT MADE THE FIFTY FATHOMS YOUR ‘FIRST LOVE’? HOW WAS IT MORE SPECIAL THAN OTHER LUXURY WATCHES YOU’D HAD?
KD: It feels amazing to have the Fifty back on my wrist. At the time, while it was saddening to see it go, I knew that I would one day have her back on my wrist, and years later, I now have her back and haven’t been able to stop smiling!
Sadly, after a few years into ownership, I found myself in the unfortunate situation of being ripped-off by my agent in Los Angeles, and as a result, needed to raise funds, so the Fifty Fathoms had to go. I always said that when I make it as a photographer, I would reward myself with the finest timepiece I could afford, and there was no debate which timepiece it would be. KD: Back in 2009, after many years of wishing, hoping, lusting and drooling, I decided to treat myself to a watch I considered my grail – the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It has quite a few scratches now, so I can just relax and enjoy it.”įS: KD, TELL ME YOUR HISTORY WITH BLANCPAIN? WE’VE PICKED UP FROM YOUR INSTAGRAM FEED THAT YOU’VE OWNED ONE BEFORE?
He did an extended shoot exclusively for Time+Tide on the beach at Apollo Bay: “I g ot all my gear sandy and dropped my $7k Nikon on rocks, but all survived. The magnificent photographs are by none other than Kristian himself. All will be revealed in this blow by blow account as told to Time+Tide Editor, Felix Scholz over several coffees in downtown Melbourne. Which material? Which band? Which colour? This (let’s face it, very fortunate) problem was recently confronted by our photographer Kristian, who, through various twists of fate, has just been reunited with his ‘first horological love’ the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It’s a common dilemma that once you’ve decided on your next timepiece, a second dilemma can often kick in. It is their passion and dedication which opened up whole new vistas for underwater exploration and that continue to inspire Blancpain in using innovative materials and new technical solutions in order to push the limits of its timepieces and to fulfil the most sophisticated demands.Ĭall us: 1.800.595.5330 / (+1) /trending 29032 WATCH JOURNEY: One man’s love affair with the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Felix Scholz The latest additions to the collection are extraordinary technical achievements as well as a tribute to the pioneers who made scuba diving possible. The same professionalism is apparent in the decisive design choices, dictated by a wealth of experience in the field of diving, its risks and its imperious necessities. Ever since, Blancpain has been accompanying divers and underwater photographers in their exploration and discovery of the oceans’ fragile beauty, thus contributing to the knowledge of this fascinating universe and to the motivation to protect it.Īll Fifty Fathoms models feature the main signature elements that forged the reputation of their legendary ancestor and established it as the archetypal diver’s watch. The Fifty Fathoms collection embodies Blancpain’s passion for the underwater world that was originally expressed in 1953 with the creation of the first modern diver’s watch. The Fifty Fathoms collection embodies Blancpain’s passion for the underwater world that was originally expressed in 1953 with the creation of the first modern diver’s watch.
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