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Model Name:
Blancpain x Swatch - Ocean of Storms
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Reference:
SO35B400
Price ($)
$
400
Country:
Switzerland
A.I. Rating
7.9
Crowd Rating:
912
Watch Description
This Blancpain X Swatch watch honors Blancpain’s Fifty Fathoms, the first true diver’s watch. Its black case and crown are made of Bioceramic material. The word “Swatch” is inscribed on the outer left side of the case. The dial has a black sunbrushed finish and features a date indicator between 4 and 5 o'clock. The hour indexes, hour, and minute hands, as well as the scale on the bezel, are enriched with Grade A Super-LumiNova® for outstanding legibility in the dark. The one-direction rotating black Bioceramic bezel, and biosourced glass are treated with an anti-scratch coating. The SISTEM51 mechanical movement is visible thanks to a transparent sapphire glass and features an illustration of the Oceanus Procellarum (Ocean of Storms) region of the moon and the Okenia Luna nudibranch in digital print. Five inspirational inscriptions can be found on the back of the watch: PASSION FOR DIVING – LICENCE TO EXPLORE – OCEAN BREATH – PROTECT WHAT YOU LOVE and IMMERSE YOURSELF. The NATO strap is made of recycled fishing nets. The pin buckle and loops are made of Bioceramic material.
42.3
48
22
14.4
90
Steel - 316L
Round
Acrylic
Push-Pull
Automatic
SISTEM51
90
Black
A.I. Watch Review:
# Blancpain x Swatch - Ocean of Storms Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Blancpain x Swatch Ocean of Storms is a bold sports dive watch homage to Blancpain's iconic Fifty Fathoms, crafted in innovative bioceramic with a mesmerizing gradient blue dial featuring a poetic moonphase complication at 6 o'clock depicting lunar storms, powered by a reliable Swatch automatic mechanical movement offering 42 hours of power reserve, perfect for dive enthusiasts and collectors seeking high-end aesthetics and functionality at an accessible price point.
## Overall Watch Rating: 8.0/10.0
**Material Metric (9.7/10.0)** - Patented bioceramic delivers lightweight durability and sustainability on par with elite ceramic models from brands like Chanel J12.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.2/10.0)** - Gradient blue dial with luminous indices and artistic moonphase creates a cosmic allure rivaling Omega's premium PloProf aesthetics.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.0/10.0)** - Builds on Blancpain's trailblazing Fifty Fathoms—the world's first modern dive watch—with cutting-edge bioceramic material tech.
**Cohesiveness Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Masterfully unites rugged dive heritage, complications, and futuristic materials into a singular, compelling identity.
**Functions Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Moonphase, date, rotating bezel, and Super-LumiNova provide comprehensive utility matching mid-range Seiko divers.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Shifts seamlessly from underwater adventures to casual or semi-formal settings via its adaptable bioceramic bracelet.
**Complications Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Date and intricate moonphase deliver refined functionality comparable to TAG Heuer entry-level pieces.
**Movement Metric (7.8/10.0)** - 38-jewel automatic at 28,800 vph with 42-hour reserve performs steadily like a workhorse ETA 2824.
**Brand Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Swatch x Blancpain collaboration achieves entry-level luxury prestige akin to modern Tudor offerings.
**Rarity Metric (3.0/10.0)** - Mass production and sub-$500 pricing keep it commonplace versus scarce Patek Philippe Nautilus.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.9
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Dominates in materials, design, history, and functions while rarity is a clear weak spot, offering extraordinary value at $440 versus its $134,000 implied price equivalent.
## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: Vastly overdelivers on luxury innovation, complications, and build quality for a fraction of comparable performance pricing.
## Watch Data
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