Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph iN Camouflage Green

Blancpain expands its aviation-themed Air Command collection with the introduction of two limited-edition models featuring a striking “Camouflage Green” colorway. Drawing inspiration from military aesthetics and vintage chronographs, these new releases come in two sizes, 36.2mm and 42.5mm, both crafted from lightweight grade 23 titanium. With a focus on functionality and design, these watches combine modern materials with the brand’s renowned craftsmanship, offering collectors a bold and rugged take on Blancpain’s aviation heritage.The Blancpain Air Command Camouflage Green comes in two case sizes: 36.2mm and 42.5mm. Both cases are crafted from grade 23 titanium, a lightweight material known for its increased biocompatibility, ductility, and fracture toughness compared to standard titanium. The 36.2mm case measures 11.5mm thick, while the 42.5mm version has a thickness of 13.7mm. Both cases are built with a combination of satin-brushed and polished finishes, enhancing the robust yet refined aesthetic of the watches.At the back of the case, you’ll find screw-down sapphire display casebacks on both models. These casebacks not only provide a window to view the movement but are also decorated with intricate engravings, including the propeller-shaped rotor, paying tribute to the watch’s aviation roots. This display is a signature of Blancpain, offering an artistic glimpse into the mechanical prowess within while maintaining a 30-meter water resistance.Completing the design is the bi-directional rotating bezel with a black ceramic insert and a luminous 60-minute countdown scale. The vintage-inspired Super-LumiNova in tan color further adds to the military theme, offering clear readability and a durable, scratch-resistant finish. Both sizes come equipped with pump-style chronograph pushers flanking the signed winding crown, maintaining the traditional look and functionality of aviation chronographs. All topped by a boxed sapphire crystal, instead of acrylic as the vintage edition. Water-resistance on these watches can reach up to 30 meters (96 feet).The dials of the Blancpain Air Command Camouflage Green models continue the aviation-inspired theme with a bold, military aesthetic. Both the 36.2mm and 42.5mm versions feature a matte green dial, which contrasts beautifully with the khaki-colored Arabic numerals and tachymeter scale. The dial layout follows a classic two-register design, with chronograph subdials at 3 and 9 o’clock. This simple yet functional arrangement ensures that the dial remains easy to read while still delivering the necessary information for timing and navigation.One of the standout features of the dial is the use of vintage tan-colored Super-LumiNova on the hour markers, hands, and bezel numerals. This lume adds a nostalgic, military feel to the watch while ensuring excellent legibility in low-light conditions. The hour and minute hands are filled with the same luminous material, and the central chronograph seconds hand sweeps across the dial, ensuring precise timing. The Camouflage Green models also incorporate khaki-colored printing for the outer tachymeter scale, providing a seamless blend with the rest of the dial’s aesthetic. The vintage tan lume contrasts with the muted olive tones of the dial and strap, completing the cohesive, rugged look. In line with the aviation theme, the dial also features a date window tucked discreetly between 4 and 5 o’clock, ensuring the overall design remains uncluttered while still offering practical utility.

Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph 

The larger 42.5mm model “Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph” is powered by the in-house automatic movement caliber F388B, with 35 jewels, 297 components, and 36,000 vph. Power reserve can last up to 50 hours, when fully wound.While the smaller 36.2mm version is powered by the in-house automatic movement caliber F188B, with 35 jewels, 255 components, and 21,600 vph. Power reserve can last up to 40 hours, when fully wound. Both movements feature a silicon balance spring, ensuring anti-magnetic properties and smooth operation, and both rely on a column wheel for precise chronograph control. Mounted on both watches is an olive green calfskin leather strap with exposed contrasting stitchings, secured to the wrist by a titanium folding clasp.The smaller 36.2mm version of the new “Camouflage Green” Blancpain Air Command will be produced as a limited edition of 100 examples, while the larger 42.5mm version will have a larger production run of 200 examples. For more information visit the official Blancpain website here.

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