Swatch x Blancpain: a new Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon
Strap by Scuba Fifty Fathoms: the perfect accessory for your Blancpain Swatch watch
Looking for the perfect strap to complement your Scuba Fifty Fathoms watch? The Scuba Fifty Fathoms strap is designed to strike the perfect balance between style, comfort, and durability. A collaboration between Swatch and Blancpain, these premium straps embody functional elegance.
Designed for the Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon watch and other models in the series, these straps are available in vulcanized rubber, silicone, leather, or NATO. Each strap by Scuba Fifty Fathoms allows you to customize your watch to suit your tastes, whether you're a diving enthusiast, a design enthusiast, or a fan of an urban look.
Blancpain Swatch rubber straps are particularly prized for their durability and everyday comfort. UV-resistant, anti-allergy, and dust-resistant, they're perfect for intensive use. Their meticulous finish also appeals to fans of Omega Swatch straps who want a variety of styles without compromising on quality.
Choosing a bracelet by Scuba Fifty Fathoms means investing in an accessory that is both technical and aesthetic, inspired by the marine world and the codes of modern watchmaking.
Blancpain x Swatch Rubber Straps: Technology, Performance and Sustainable Commitment
The Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon embodies the perfect blend of innovative design, cutting-edge materials, and horological performance. Crafted in a Bioceramic case—an exclusive material composed of ceramic and bio-sourced plastic—it offers exceptional lightness, high resistance to UV rays and dust, and maximum tolerance thanks to its hypoallergenic properties. To complement this technological gem, the Blancpain x Swatch Rubber Straps provide optimal comfort and a distinctive aesthetic, perfectly suited to everyday use as well as sports and water sports.
Designed to enhance the Fifty Fathoms series, these straps are made from premium rubber, combining flexibility, durability, and style. Available on collabswatch, they allow you to personalize each watch while respecting the quality standards of Blancpain and Swatch. Wearing a Blancpain x Swatch rubber strap means choosing a technical, elegant, and weather-resistant accessory.
Mechanically, the Blue Lagoon features the SISTEM51 automatic movement, a true technological feat from Swatch. Composed of only 51 components, it offers an impressive 90-hour power reserve and benefits from protection against magnetic fields thanks to the Nivachron alloy. The sapphire crystal case back reveals an original marine illustration depicting a lagoon and the Tambja Mullineri nudibranch, reinforcing the connection with the underwater world.
Environmental commitment is also at the heart of this collaboration. The NATO strap, made from recycled fishing nets, demonstrates Swatch and Blancpain's shared desire to promote more responsible and sustainable watchmaking. These Blancpain x Swatch Rubber Straps are fully in line with this approach, combining environmental awareness and technical excellence.
Benchmark underwater performance
The Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon continues the tradition of exceptional diving watches. Water-resistant to 91 meters (50 fathoms), it features a unidirectional Bioceramic bezel with a diving scale, ensuring safety and precision during every dive. The hands and indexes coated with grade A Super-LumiNova ensure optimal readability even in the darkest depths.
An iconic watchmaking collaboration
The partnership between Swatch and Blancpain continues the Swatch Group's landmark collaborations, such as the global success of the MoonSwatch with Omega. This synergy between Blancpain's watchmaking heritage and Swatch's accessible innovation celebrates the 70th anniversary of the legendary Fifty Fathoms, a pioneering model in diving watches since 1953.
Thanks to this union, the Blancpain x Swatch Rubber Straps become much more than a simple accessory: they are the expression of a new vision of modern watchmaking, combining performance, design and responsibility.
Fifty Fathoms Antarctic Ocean Bracelet, Fifty Fathoms Pacific Ocean Bracelet: a revolution in modern watchmaking
A strategic turning point for the watch market
The collaboration between Swatch and Blancpain revolutionized the watchmaking world, combining Blancpain's prestigious heritage with Swatch's accessible and innovative approach. This bold partnership embodies the industry's ability to evolve, paying homage to its past while meeting the expectations of a new generation of enthusiasts. The Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms collection embodies this modernity, thanks to its sustainable materials and ocean-inspired designs.
Iconic models such as the Fifty Fathoms Antarctic Ocean Bracelet and the Fifty Fathoms Pacific Ocean strap reflect this shared vision: to create technical, durable, and stylish watches. This strategic repositioning offers Blancpain enhanced visibility, reaffirming its status as a benchmark in the world of luxury diving watches, while appealing to a wider audience.
A shared vision: performance, durability and aesthetics
The Scuba Fifty Fathoms collection reflects the perfect harmony between the values of Blancpain and Swatch. The two brands have joined forces to create five Bioceramic models, each dedicated to an ocean: a celebration of the world's natural heritage and a strong commitment to preserving the seas.
The meticulously designed Fifty Fathoms Pacific Ocean and Antarctic Ocean bracelets extend this mission: they combine comfort, robustness and environmental awareness. The SISTEM51 automatic movement, at the heart of each model, ensures optimal reliability with a 90-hour power reserve and Nivachron anti-magnetic protection. This marriage of cutting-edge technology and marine design creates a watch that is as powerful as it is symbolic.
A watch designed for diving… and beyond
The Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon perfectly illustrates the functionality of a modern diver's watch. Water-resistant to 91 meters, equipped with a unidirectional Bioceramic bezel and Super-LumiNova luminous indexes, it guarantees safety and readability underwater. Its lightness and durability make it an ideal companion for divers, while remaining comfortable for everyday use.
But this watch isn't just about its technical capabilities. With its bold aesthetic—a vibrant turquoise color, sunbrushed dial, and eco-friendly NATO strap—it also stands out as a true fashion accessory. The Fifty Fathoms Antarctic Ocean strap , for example, showcases a cool, elegant hue inspired by the ice of the South Pole, while the Fifty Fathoms Pacific Ocean strap evokes the depth and serenity of the world's largest ocean.
An enthusiastic response from the watchmaking community
The Scuba Fifty Fathoms Blue Lagoon's reception exceeded expectations. Fans praised its innovative approach, its inspiring messages engraved on the case back, and its affordable price of around €400. Customization via interchangeable straps—including the Fifty Fathoms Pacific Ocean and Antarctic Ocean straps—reinforced its appeal among a young and discerning audience.
By combining design, performance, and environmental responsibility, the Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms collection, and in particular its signature bracelets, has established itself as a flagship model of contemporary watchmaking.
Conclusion: Combine innovation, style and practicality with the right tools for Blancpain x Swatch
If you're looking for a watch that combines bold design, performance, and a commitment to sustainability, the Blancpain x Swatch Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms collection is for you. With its eco-designed Bioceramic case and sunbrushed turquoise-blue dial, each model perfectly merges watchmaking tradition with responsible modernity.
The Blancpain Swatch isn't just a stylish piece—it's also built for action. Water-resistant to 30 meters and fitted with a NATO strap made from recycled fishing nets, it's ideal for everyday use as well as recreational diving. To further personalize or maintain your watch, it's essential to have the right Blancpain x Swatch tools , such as strap changing or hand-winding tools, designed specifically for this type of collection.
With a starting price of around 400 euros, this watch is appealing both for its quality and its affordability. It's an excellent choice for enthusiasts looking for a reliable, stylish, and environmentally friendly model.
FAQ
When is the Blancpain Swatch released?
The Blancpain x Swatch collection, named Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms , will be launched on September 9, 2023 .
What size Moonswatch strap?
MoonSwatch strap sizes vary by model and material, but here are some common dimensions:
- Length: 12cm + 7.5cm or 12cm + 9cm (3.75" + 2.95" or 3.75" + 4.75").
- Wrist Circumference: Fits wrists 13-20.5cm (5"-8").
- Lug width: 20mm and buckle width: 18mm.
How to wind a Blancpain watch?
To wind an automatic Blancpain watch, remove it from your wrist and ensure the crown is in the manual winding position (it generally does not require pulling out). Turn the crown clockwise, gripping it firmly between your thumb and forefinger, until the spring is fully tensioned, which is noticeable by a noticeable resistance when turning. It is generally necessary to turn the crown approximately 30 times .
How to change the strap of your Omega Swatch?
To change the strap of your Omega Swatch, you need a spring bar tool . Here are the steps:
- Use the tool to push the spring between the strap and the watch, applying light pressure and turning the spring a little until it is released.
- Remove the springs from both sides of the bracelet.
- Place the springs into the new bracelet, making sure the short ends are on the 12 o'clock side.
- Align the strap with the watch and push the springs into place until you hear a click, indicating they are securely in place.