Blancpain 5010 Fifty Fathoms Automatique Titanium Blue Dial

Reference 5010-1240-52B belongs to Blancpain's modern Fifty Fathoms Automatique line, the 42.3mm interpretation of the brand's foundational dive watch. This configuration pairs the more compact current-generation case with titanium construction and a blue dial, giving the watch a lighter feel on the wrist than the larger 45mm references while preserving the line's distinctly technical character. Blancpain equips the watch with its automatic caliber 1315, a manufacture movement known for its three-barrel architecture, long power reserve, and silicon balance spring. That caliber matters to collectors because it sits above the simpler movements used in some smaller Fifty Fathoms executions, and it has become a defining mechanical signature of the core Automatique models. The case measures 42.3mm across and 14.3mm thick, with the broad sapphire-topped unidirectional bezel and squared crown guards that tie it directly to the historic military Fifty Fathoms design language. Water resistance is rated to 300 meters, in keeping with the model's role as Blancpain's flagship contemporary diver rather than a retro-styled tribute. This reference is part of the regular collection, not a limited edition, and there is no verified evidence that it was made for a specific country or boutique. On bracelet, the watch takes on a more purposeful, integrated look than the strap versions, and the titanium construction keeps that format wearable despite the substantial case. For buyers focused on the current Blancpain dive line, 5010-1240-52B stands out as a full-spec Fifty Fathoms with the right movement, modern proportions, and a blue titanium execution that remains closely aligned with the collection's core identity. Like New with Blancpain box and undated papers.