HODINKEE Created a Version of the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe
Daniel Johnson — July 23, 2019 — Fashion
References: limited.hodinkee & hypebeast
HODINKEE has partnered with Blancpain to create a limited-edition Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe. The watch features enlarged numbering on the 3, 6, 9, and 12 numbers. The watch has a satin-brushed stainless steel bezel that also has an s ceramic insert. Also featured are Liquid metal hands, as well as a Caliber 1153 movement system that can provide 100 hours of battery to the fifty fathoms bathyscaphe.
The watch face measures in at 38mm and is water-resistant up to depths of 300 meters. HODINKEE's branding is present on the rotor of the watch in solid gold. The model is limited to 100 models and has a price point of $9,900 USD. The watch is available on the HODINKEE website.
Image Credit: HODINKEE
The watch face measures in at 38mm and is water-resistant up to depths of 300 meters. HODINKEE's branding is present on the rotor of the watch in solid gold. The model is limited to 100 models and has a price point of $9,900 USD. The watch is available on the HODINKEE website.
Image Credit: HODINKEE
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