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GB-man · 26 March 2017, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ap1

In as well for similar reasons. Quality manufacturer with most divers too large for me. Agree, finishing a cut above Rolex. Long PR, sweet backside view. Love, love, love the lumed sapphire bezel. Wonder who gets theirs first

hopefully we tie and it's sooner rather than later.

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Originally Posted by orangeguy

X2

I just put down a deposit for one on a bracelet. As you might guess from my username, I dig the orange.

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Congrats gents and welcome to the party. I doubt I'll be first but I know I'll get one and that's all that matters

ap1 · 26 March 2017, 11:13 PM

I went sailcloth having owned a bathy prior. Found that strap ultra comfy. Tom?

Vipes · 26 March 2017, 11:18 PM

I'm late to the party but just read reviews and saw videos on this piece. Do you guys know if the bracelet has any micro adjustment features? Also, what percentage discount is possible with BP? Thanks.

Star Ferry · 26 March 2017, 11:28 PM

Congrats Tom

This 40mm FF looks great

GB-man · 26 March 2017, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ap1

I went sailcloth having owned a bathy prior. Found that strap ultra comfy. Tom?

Sailcloth for me too. It's one of my favorite features of the FF. Comfort wise and aesthetically.

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Originally Posted by Vipes

I'm late to the party but just read reviews and saw videos on this piece. Do you guys know if the bracelet has any micro adjustment features? Also, what percentage discount is possible with BP? Thanks.

Not sure on the micro adjustment. PM sent.

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Originally Posted by Star Ferry

Congrats Tom

This 40mm FF looks great

Thanks Steve

tcpx · 27 March 2017, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I don't have any illusions of grandeur here. As far as resale, this is a BP end of story. I'm buying it because I think it's a sick watch.

I've been playing it safe lately and it's getting boring. Rolex didn't really deliver for me and BP did. I'll give them my money this time.

I found one for just under 10k.

Congrats GB man on your future incoming. I have no doubts that you won't regret the move.. and IMO, this model will definitely do a lot a better than the standard FF in the secondary market. This is by far the best modern Blancpain model since the release of the 50th anniversary model in 2003. Looking forward to future pictures!

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Originally Posted by drhr

Congrats!!! Lovely model, and small enough for us small wristed peeps. If I did not already have this 50th anniversary 40mm model, I'd be all over it . . .

I definitely share your sentiments.. I'm glad that I have this baby too, otherwise I'm in trouble and I'd be scrambling around to get this new release as well..

Cantab · 27 March 2017, 03:08 AM

Hard to wrong with that one, gorgeous.

drhr · 27 March 2017, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by tcpx

Congrats GB man on your future incoming. I have no doubts that you won't regret the move.. and IMO, this model will definitely do a lot a better than the standard FF in the secondary market. This is by far the best modern Blancpain model since the release of the 50th anniversary model in 2003. Looking forward to future pictures!

I definitely share your sentiments.. I'm glad that I have this baby too, otherwise I'm in trouble and I'd be scrambling around to get this new release as well..

Beauty

Psmith · 28 March 2017, 12:24 AM

I suspect that this one will be a bit small for me, but it does look good.
Interesting that they've used the square crown guards for this version.

endo · 28 March 2017, 03:15 AM

I've a deposit down on one, here's hoping the exchange rate doesn't tank anymore and change the price (had that last year when I was waiting on the Zenith CP2) :D

GB-man · 28 March 2017, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

I suspect that this one will be a bit small for me, but it does look good.
Interesting that they've used the square crown guards for this version.

I noticed the CGs and did find it a bit odd but not enough to bother me. I will admit the regular 45 mm FF does wear well for its size.

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Originally Posted by endo

I've a deposit down on one, here's hoping the exchange rate doesn't tank anymore and change the price (had that last year when I was waiting on the Zenith CP2) :D

Congrats! Thankfully picked this one up in my home currency but I buy many Rolex abroad and know how that goes

Psmith · 28 March 2017, 05:48 AM

Start at 10:35 ...

Grahamcombat · 28 March 2017, 06:01 AM

I want that NATO they've made. It's more like the one from Omega with the fabric keepers. I haven't been a fan of BP's NATOs with metal hardware. Fabric is super comfortable. Hopefully they'll make it in 23mm so I can run it on the FF.

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Grahamcombat · 28 March 2017, 06:18 AM

Btw, what's the lug width of the new Milspec?

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GB-man · 28 March 2017, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisInCharlotte

Price is $14,100, 20mm lug width. The NATO option is black. June/July delivery to US ADs.

Love it.

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Originally Posted by Grahamcombat

Btw, what's the lug width of the new Milspec?

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GB-man · 29 March 2017, 02:35 AM

Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

Vipes · 29 March 2017, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

Looks about same thickness as Rolex Sub. Thanks for the video.

mps354 · 29 March 2017, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

did you get the bracelet or the sailcloth?

GB-man · 29 March 2017, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipes

Looks about same thickness as Rolex Sub. Thanks for the video.

Just found these specs on monochrome which would put it half a mil thicker than a 116610

Case: 40.3 mm diameter x 13.23 mm thick – steel case – rotating bezel –sapphire crystal – Water resistant to 30 ATM / 300m – black dial with water-resistance indicator.

Not bad considering the standard FF is 15.5 mm.

Psmith · 29 March 2017, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness.

https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

Good vid - can't beat a FF on the sailcloth strap imho, although the other options are very nice.

ChrisInCharlotte · 29 March 2017, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

Good vid - can't beat a FF on the sailcloth strap imho, although the other options are very nice.

From a price perspective if you want both options it makes sense to order on NATO & buy the sailcloth separately, but I think the sailcoth strap from BP is easily one of the best/most comfortable straps around.

mps354 · 29 March 2017, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisInCharlotte

From a price perspective if you want both options it makes sense to order on NATO & buy the sailcloth separately, but I think the sailcoth strap from BP is easily one of the best/most comfortable straps around.

anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?

GB-man · 29 March 2017, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mps354

anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?

I seriously contemplated it as I have read glowing reviews of it on other forums doing my research. I decided I just prefer the look of the sailcloth, much like I prefer the 5167/A to 5167/1A.

Price was about 2k more for bracelet.

Grahamcombat · 29 March 2017, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by mps354

anyone have thoughts on the bracelet?

I've got the bracelet on my Fifty Fathoms and it's worth every penny. I'm doing this MILSPEC on the NATO.

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mps354 · 29 March 2017, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I seriously contemplated it as I have read glowing reviews of it on other forums doing my research. I decided I just prefer the look of the sailcloth, much like I prefer the 5167/A to 5167/1A.

Price was about 2k more for bracelet.

I agree with the 5167 on rubber, but I'm torn on this

Vipes · 29 March 2017, 10:15 AM

Great videos, guys. The watch looks a little modern with the bracelet and more old school tool watch on the sail cloth and NATO. Either way a really nice piece.

GB-man · 29 March 2017, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by mps354

I agree with the 5167 on rubber, but I'm torn on this

When in doubt, get both

I'm a sucker for sailcloth.

Anyone ever tried BP NATOs? I'm just wondering if there's any reason I should spend what I assume is hundreds more for one versus just using one from maratcac?

Grahamcombat · 29 March 2017, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

When in doubt, get both

I'm a sucker for sailcloth.

Anyone ever tried BP NATOs? I'm just wondering if there's any reason I should spend what I assume is hundreds more for one versus just using one from maratcac?

The problem I have with BP NATOs is the metal hardware. Based on your wrist size, it can become uncomfortable pretty quickly. It looks like the MILSPEC NATO may be all fabric, with fabric keepers, like the Omega series.

If that's true then they've finally done something right. I've been wearing my BPFF on Omegas NATO because it's so comfortable. Fabric keepers are where it's at.

If not then I'm sticking with TOXICNATOS. Their quality and customer service for a simple NATO or ZULU strap is second to none.

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DoraTheExplorerII · 19 May 2017, 09:31 PM

Well I have a confession to make....I put down a deposit for one.

I made some disparaging comments earlier but they couldn't hold up after handling the watch in a boutique.

Seriously, this is the watch to get this year. It has so much charm. If you love it in photos, you'll love it even more in real life.

brandrea · 19 May 2017, 09:38 PM

I'm very late to this party. Congratulations Tom, when do you pick this one up?

I've always been intrigued by the FF, and I'd love to see one in the metal.

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Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I suspect that this one will be a bit small for me, but it does look good. Interesting that they've used the square crown guards for this version. __________________

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Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Start at 10:35 ... __________________

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26 March 2017, 11:13 PM	#62
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	I went sailcloth having owned a bathy prior. Found that strap ultra comfy. Tom?

26 March 2017, 11:18 PM	#63
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	I'm late to the party but just read reviews and saw videos on this piece. Do you guys know if the bracelet has any micro adjustment features? Also, what percentage discount is possible with BP? Thanks.

26 March 2017, 11:28 PM	#64
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	Congrats Tom This 40mm FF looks great

27 March 2017, 03:08 AM	#67
Cantab "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Northeast U.S. Watch: Your 6 Posts: 188	Hard to wrong with that one, gorgeous.

28 March 2017, 03:15 AM	#70
endo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: . Watch: AP 15703 & PP 5990 Posts: 131	I've a deposit down on one, here's hoping the exchange rate doesn't tank anymore and change the price (had that last year when I was waiting on the Zenith CP2) :D

28 March 2017, 06:01 AM	#73
Grahamcombat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 155	I want that NATO they've made. It's more like the one from Omega with the fabric keepers. I haven't been a fan of BP's NATOs with metal hardware. Fabric is super comfortable. Hopefully they'll make it in 23mm so I can run it on the FF. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

28 March 2017, 06:18 AM	#74
Grahamcombat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 155	Btw, what's the lug width of the new Milspec? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

29 March 2017, 02:35 AM	#76
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Here is a short vid that gives a good perspective on case thickness. https://instagram.com/p/BSLsZbQhB42/

29 March 2017, 10:15 AM	#86
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	Great videos, guys. The watch looks a little modern with the bracelet and more old school tool watch on the sail cloth and NATO. Either way a really nice piece.

19 May 2017, 09:31 PM	#89
DoraTheExplorerII "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 441	Well I have a confession to make....I put down a deposit for one. I made some disparaging comments earlier but they couldn't hold up after handling the watch in a boutique. Seriously, this is the watch to get this year. It has so much charm. If you love it in photos, you'll love it even more in real life.

19 May 2017, 09:38 PM	#90
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,135	I'm very late to this party. Congratulations Tom, when do you pick this one up? I've always been intrigued by the FF, and I'd love to see one in the metal.

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