The Titanium Field Guide

Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium

AC02-12B40-98S

The Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium is a current-production chronograph watch with a grade 23 titanium case, finished with satin-brushed with polished edges. It is priced well above the $3,300 median for the category. The maker states no nickel-bearing steel at any skin-contact point, across the case, caseback and bracelet.

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Price
$27,600
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 23
Water resistance
30 m
Reference
AC02-12B40-98S
Type
Chronograph
Case diameter
42.5 mm
Thickness
13.7 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic (flyback chronograph)
Caliber
Blancpain F388B
Power reserve
50 h
Complications
Chronograph
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Satin-brushed with polished edges
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
Satin-brushed titanium bracelet or calfskin strap
Matching bracelet
Optional (or strap)
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Sunburst blue
Dial colours
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Construction
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Blancpain / Fratello Maker ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, no nickel-bearing steel touches the skin: a grade 23 titanium case with a sapphire caseback, plus a non-steel crown and strap. That is what the guide records rather than a test of the watch, so confirm the contact points with the maker before buying if you react to nickel.

What is the case material of the Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium?

The Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium has a grade 23 titanium case with a sapphire caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium?

It is 42.5 mm in diameter, 13.7 mm thick, and water resistant to 30 m.

How much does the Blancpain Air Command Flyback Chronograph Titanium cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $27,600.

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