A faithful modern tribute to an important, exceptionally rare chronograph

The original Blancpain Air Command was produced by the venerable maker back in the mid-1950s with the intent of being adopted by the US Air Force — after all, Blancpain was already supplying dive watches to the US Navy. Fewer than twenty pieces are known to exist, but the legend of the Air Command remains a well-told story amongst Blancpain collectors.

Revived for the modern era, the new Blancpain Air Command Flyback Limited Edition adheres to the same 'Type XX' blueprint but does so with a state-of-the-art 5Hz Flyback chronograph calibre, a ceramic countdown bezel, and an expertly proportioned 42.5mm stainless steel case. It is limited to 500 pieces.

Specifications

• Case: Stainless steel
• Case Diameter: 42.5mm
• Bi-directional rotating steel bezel with ceramic countdown insert
• Caliber F388B (5Hz High-frequency)
• Automatic Flyback Chronograph
• Power reserve: 50 hours
• Silicon balance spring
• Dial: Matte black with luminous Superluminova hour markers, tachometer for measuring speed
• Sapphire case back
• Water Resistance: 3bar
• Case Thickness: 13.7mm
• Between Horns: 22mm
• Strap: Leather
• Limited to 500 pieces