Blancpain L-Evolution 8850-11B34-53B

Historical Context & Significance: The L-Evolution Aqua Lung Grande Date is a fascinating and unique fusion of Blancpain’s most modern design language with its most historic legacy. It places the iconic “Aqua Lung” dive watch heritage, traditionally part of the Fifty Fathoms family, into the futuristic, angular, and multi-layered case of the L-Evolution collection. This created a high-tech tool watch that was both a capable diver—with a unidirectional bezel and 300m water resistance—and a stylish daily wearer with its prominent large date complication. The watch is powered by the twin-barrel Caliber 6950, providing a robust 70-hour power reserve. This model stands as a bold experiment, blending the brand’s past and future into a single, cohesive timepiece.

Variations: This stainless steel model was the primary reference for the L-Evolution Aqua Lung. Variations were mainly in the strap options, which included the signature sailcloth-style strap on a deployant clasp.

Specifications:
Case Material: Satin-brushed Stainless Steel
Dial: Black with luminous hands and applied markers.
Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
Water Resistance: 300 meters
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours.