The Fifty Fathoms History | Part One - Blancpain

Narrated by Emmy Award Winner Peter Coyote, the film recounts the most important events in the creation and evolution over seven decades of this iconic watch through first hand interviews with Jean-Jacques Fiechter, its inventor; Robert "Bob" Maloubier, OBE, who oversaw the French Navy’s adoption of the Fifty Fathoms as its dive watch; and Marc A. Hayek, Blancpain’s President & CEO, who revived the Fifty Fathoms.

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[johnmonachelli]

Never thought a piece on watches could bring a tear to the eye. Long live Blancpain

[abishev]

I've heard the story many times, from intermediaries and watch historians. But to hear it from the man himself and see the undiminished passion in his eyes was truly remarkable. Thank you Blancpain, for sharing these unique shots of the legend himself. May his legacy live on.

[lettuce]

Blancpain is so underrated. Proud owner of the FF Bathyscaphe, to me any Fifty Fathoms is the true haute horology diver.

[pipermaru]

That was fantastic. And the addition of Peter Coyote as narrator was a nice touch. 👍

[chawenhalo]

I wish more brands did this. Wonderful testimony. Too few people know that it was Blancpain and Omega who created the first dedicated dive watches. They wrongly associate the Submariner...

[carlhaluss]

Thank you so much for beautifully narrated Blancpain history. With excerpts from the inventor himself. An absolutely amazing piece of history. It makes me want to go out and source a Fifty Fathoms for myself. Coincidentally, watching this video is exactly the time I am looking for a high end diver!

[jameshoward]

A first-rate documentary elucidating the obscure history of this revolutionary watch. Mr Kingston's work to interview the key players and draw together the desperate strands of this story has been so worthwhile, both for its narrative impact and historical record. That Blancpain have supported and produced this classy endeavour is testament to their values and that of their parent organisation. Both the production and ethos of the work chime perfectly with the brand's values and the Fifty Fathoms watch - deeply thought.

[scotie]

I’m lucky enough of owning an FF since 2009. I have the vast majority of competitors also on my collection, but I got a say that the Blancpain is my absolute favorite.
I thought I knew all about it’s story and history, but learn a lot on this amazing video. Thank you.

[quiterioalbertobaezbenitez]

Thank you very much for bringing this golden piece of horology history.

[Guaporean]

Love the watch with such rich heritage and history! Thank you for this video

[ursbachmann]

What an interesting post highlighting the history of Blancpain and Swiss watch history and with Mr. Fiechter himself, just impressive! Thank you very much for this historical contribution!

[gregorypaulbox]

It's a fabulous history made all the better by a wonderful film and Peter Coyote's narration.

[markbyrum]

Excellent watch, story, and video. Keep at it!

[rollotomassi]

The Blancpain FF would out sell every sport diving watch on earth if they would make it 40mm - 42mm. The size is just to big for the average buyer or watch enthusiast.

[WatchAdvisor]

Wonderful and interesting video! BRAVO! I just linked and recommended it through the WatchAdvisor community section with to our 42.000 subscribers...

[minusED]

Warm and touching! Thank you - proudly wearing both FF and FFB, exceptional pieces!

[juniorjohnson]

The best video of the Fifty Fathoms I've ever seen Bravo !!

[cdm]

It’s a truly amazing timepiece. Just wish it was smaller.

[chrisb]

That is a fantastic documentary. The FF just went up my list.

[dop]

Très très intéressant. Merci pour la super vidéo/reportage.