Swatch introduced its sixth model, Ocean Of Storms, produced in collaboration with Blancpain. The model, which stands out with its black case, renewed my faith in Swatch.
Let's rewind the movie to the beginning. Swatch collaborated with the Omega brand within the group and introduced the Moonswatch watch, based on the Speedmaster Professional model. It is impossible not to remember the interest in watches. As a result of the stampede in front of Swatch dealers that continued for weeks and even months, the Moonswatch model provided great profitability to both Swatch and Omega. There was no way I wouldn't buy one of the Moonswatch watches and try it. I eventually reached a Mercury. Using the watch was fun. Quality problems could not be overlooked, but after all, Swatch did not come up with the slogan of producing a watch that would be passed down from generation to generation. Still, a superior quality was possible at Swatch standards.
At this point, the second collaboration product, Scuba Fifty Fathoms, was introduced. As I observed; The interest in Scuba Fifty Fathoms was not at the same level as Moonswatch. However, I am not surprised by this, because there is a big difference between the recognition of Omega Speedmaster and that of Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. After all, it was not possible to decide without trying it. I also bought the Artic Oceans model. The quality was clearly above Moonswatch level. The model felt much more solid and carefully crafted. Just like I did with the Moonswatch, the first thing I did with the Scuba was to get rid of the original strap, and with the silicone strap, I added later, the comfort and appeal of the watch on the wrist increased dramatically. From the moment the Scuba Fifty Fathoms family was introduced, there was only one question in the minds of many watch enthusiasts, including me. Why isn't there a black case version?
There are now. The newly introduced Ocean Of Storms model has a black case, black bezel, black dial, and black strap. In short, it is pitch black and so beautiful. According to Swatch's statements, the bioceramic material used in the case is the same as the material used in other watches of the brand, but for some reason the material used in the Scuba model makes me feel higher quality. I think in this case, the shape of the case and the rotating bezel have a big impact. The date window positioned at 4:30 is both functional and a reference to the original Fifty Fathoms model. I don't even need to mention the eye-catchingness of the SuperLuminova on the dial, hands, and bezel. The details of the model-specific inscriptions on the case back and rotor are just a few of the elements that increase the appeal of the watch.
I think about why I love the Swatch x Blancpain model so much. Scuba Fifty Fathoms; It is a watch produced with the disposable logic, which is one of Swatch's basic philosophies. Even though the mechanism is the automatic caliber System51, produced with a revolutionary structure, there is nothing you can do if your watch breaks down outside the warranty period. Bioceramic, introduced with fancy names, is actually a kind of plastic. The crystals of the watch are also plastic. It is impossible not to be surprised at the level this watch has reached when you replace the strap that comes with the model with a rubber/silicone strap that you will purchase later. Moreover, the price of the watch is too high for me to buy it, use it, and if I don't like it, I will throw it away.
Yet somehow, this time, Swatch pulled it off. It offered the quality that its name deserves to watch lovers with a color theme that can appeal to a much wider audience. More importantly, now the next Swatch collaboration; It created a greater motivation to wait for which brand and which model it will be made with.
