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mps354 · 6 December 2015, 09:10 AM

So I came across this piece at an AD and was immediately drawn to it. I've never really seriously considered anything from the brand, and tend to stick with white metals, but this piece really has me reconsidering my usual preferences. What are everyone's thoughts on blancpain in general and this reference in particular? I've always liked the fifty fathoms but found them to be too big, so this piece at 40mm fits me much better.

capote · 6 December 2015, 04:57 PM

I like the brushed gold finish on that one

mps354 · 7 December 2015, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by capote

I like the brushed gold finish on that one

Yeah the brushed case and big date are really nice, and the rubber strap and deployant are very comfortable.

But Im wondering if a black dial, black strap, and rose gold case make it tough to pull off with most of my wardrobe

Psmith · 7 December 2015, 06:44 AM

Beautiful piece with a great movement.

ansharma · 7 December 2015, 07:29 AM

Have you considered this which is also quite similar?

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mps354 · 7 December 2015, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ansharma

Have you considered this which is also quite similar?

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i like the marine, but not a huge fan of romans...

mps354 · 7 December 2015, 02:44 PM

Also, some sources have said both the rose gold and steel versions were limited editions, while others say only the steel version was limited. Anyone know for sure?

mps354 · 8 December 2015, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mps354

Also, some sources have said both the rose gold and steel versions were limited editions, while others say only the steel version was limited. Anyone know for sure?

Contacted VC, only the steel version was a limited edition. Any other thoughts on the watch?

Eagle dunes 75 · 8 December 2015, 02:15 PM

Great looking watch. I owned this model a few years ago and foolishly sold it. I am reasonably sure this model has been discontinued even though it is on Blancpain's website. The steel version was a LE of 2005 pieces and I am sure it is no longer available. This is a very well made and classy watch. Great movement it winds as smooth as butter. Classy piece.

jcs2000 · 8 December 2015, 04:05 PM

The color combo is very in the moment but not sure if it will age well.

6 December 2015, 09:10 AM	#1
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,099	Blancpain Aqua Lung Grande Date So I came across this piece at an AD and was immediately drawn to it. I've never really seriously considered anything from the brand, and tend to stick with white metals, but this piece really has me reconsidering my usual preferences. What are everyone's thoughts on blancpain in general and this reference in particular? I've always liked the fifty fathoms but found them to be too big, so this piece at 40mm fits me much better. Attached Images

7 December 2015, 06:44 AM	#4
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Beautiful piece with a great movement. __________________

8 December 2015, 02:15 PM	#9
Eagle dunes 75 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Posts: 180	Blancpain Aqua Lung Grande Date Great looking watch. I owned this model a few years ago and foolishly sold it. I am reasonably sure this model has been discontinued even though it is on Blancpain's website. The steel version was a LE of 2005 pieces and I am sure it is no longer available. This is a very well made and classy watch. Great movement it winds as smooth as butter. Classy piece.

6 December 2015, 04:57 PM	#2
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	I like the brushed gold finish on that one

7 December 2015, 07:29 AM	#5
ansharma "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: UK Watch: Lange 1 Moonphase Posts: 1,917	Have you considered this which is also quite similar? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

7 December 2015, 02:44 PM	#7
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,099	Also, some sources have said both the rose gold and steel versions were limited editions, while others say only the steel version was limited. Anyone know for sure?

8 December 2015, 04:05 PM	#10
jcs2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Jacksonville, FL Watch: Sky-Dweller Posts: 55	The color combo is very in the moment but not sure if it will age well.

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