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The answer is the rubber strap from the 500 Fathoms which has a lot of ports for water and cooling but in rubber which seems to do better than the sailcloth. Sadly the rubber strap for the 45mm and Bathyscaphe didn't get the same treatment. I don't love t

Everything is relative. The contraction of the market for watches is driving makers to contract supply and increaser prices to maintain business profitability. If makers learned anything during the quartz crisis it was that over production and the subsequ

Yes. I don’t see it as a racing strap. I have half a dozen combos for each of my Blancpains. When I wear this Bathyscaphe inland, thousands of kilometres away from the nearest sea, doing a lot of driving and hiking, it stops being a diver; then I feel thi

It’s the OEM sailcloth that used to be mounted with the Aqualung LE of the 45mm FF. I use the double folding clasp of the FF 45mm, to spare the strap. It’s kind of different, isn’t it? Curious to hear your thoughts.

(Continuing with the somewhat provocative titles! LOL) Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts Christian. Myself, and I’m sure everyone here, value your input and perspectives. First off, as I sometimes do I was trying to be a little provocative

One of the jewels of my collection. Best, Nicolas

Curious to hear how anyone reading this might interpret my title above. There have been lots of posts about the Swatch x AP release this past several days. And many comments about the MoonSwatch and Blancpain x Swatch alongside. To me, each of these Swatc

I actually love this collaboration compared to the ones with Omega and Blancpain and hope to pick at least one up when the availability improves. I shall proudly wear it over my neck while my De Bethune, Patek or Cartier cloche adorns my wrist. I am sure

I miss mine... Credit: Antiquorum. Best, Nicolas

The Number 629, auctioned by Antiquorum, with a sterile dial. Here is the link to the census: www.watchprosite.com Best, Nicolas