Blancpain

Dear All, so far I have commented on the higher end complications and the Villeret. But now comes the tricky part - the 50 Fathoms novelties. These send some contradictory signals so I probably need your help to understand completely. First, there is the ... 

I firstly want to thank you for such a nicely written thread, and for this head scratcher. There is a lot to say, so I will try to articulate my answer. I / The Tribute to FF, the No Radaition model: You say : " This watch is meant as a hommage to Blancpa...  

Your post was both enjoyeable and informative. I also agree with the majority of your points. Of all the newer FF, I think the anniversary model is the real stand-out. I think it's unfortunate that they are rolling out so many variations of the current mo... 

If you postulate that a 'tribute' has to be as close to the original as possible. Do you request that, which I detect between your lines, also past flaws are perpetuated? Which in fact means no development, no improvement? That indeed a copy of a vintage ... 

as is appropriate to the watches under discussion I of course haven't seen the subject watches, but this does not prevent me from wanting to contribute a little. My viewpoint is distant, perhaps this is good, I am not emotionally wrapped up in Blancpain's...  

contradicting input to Nicolas' post. I am curious as to how this turns out. Best, Magnus

let me start with the Moonphase FF... I agree with Nicolas But, as far as the tribute... I share your thoughts Magnus.... if the date was not there, I would definitely buy it.... So Blancpain please erase the date.... Cheers