Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL SPEC Hodinkee SS Black Dial LIMITED

The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL‑SPEC Hodinkee Limited Edition (Ref. 5008‑11B30‑NABA) is a historically resonant diver’s watch that captures the raw functional spirit of the 1950s original while integrating modern haute horlogerie refinement. Introduced in December 2020 as a 250‑piece limited edition—200 pieces via Hodinkee and 50 through select Blancpain boutiques—this model pays homage to the U.S. Navy‑spec MIL‑SPEC heritage with its satin‑brushed steel case, matte black dial, and period‑correct moisture indicator at 6 o’clock. Powering the watch is Blancpain’s in‑house automatic Caliber 1154, a no‑date, silicon‑hairspring movement offering a robust four‑day (100‑hour) power reserve and visible through a sapphire caseback. The 40.30 mm steel case, measuring approximately 13.20 mm thick, is water‑resistant to 300 meters and features a unidirectional rotating bezel with a sapphire insert—attributes that underscore its tool‑watch pedigree. Collectors value this reference for its faithful nod to vintage MIL‑SPEC cues, its limited production, and its movement pedigree, making it a compelling modern interpretation of one of dive watch history’s most influential designs. Like New with Blancpain box.