In 1953, a legend came out. Blancpain created the world's first mechanical diving watch and was known as the "father of contemporary diving watches." The year 2023 means the 70th anniversary of the birth of this epoch-making watch. In order to pay tribute to the 70-year history of the Fifty Fathoms, the "father of contemporary diving watches", Blancpain will celebrate the 70th anniversary of the birth of this epoch-making watch from October 19 (Thursday) to October 2023. On the 25th (Wednesday), a limited-time "Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Limited Exhibition" will be held at the Songzhi Entrance Plaza on the 1st floor of Taipei 101 Shopping Center. It will focus on the glorious 70 years of the Fifty Fathoms series and exclusively display the latest products. The "Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3" limited edition watch was released at the end of September.
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The round waterproof indicator that comes into view on the face of the "Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3" is inspired by the MIL-SPEC watch designed by Blancpain in 1957 for the armaments of the U.S. Navy SEALs. This feature is At that time, it was part of the U.S. Marine Corps military watch specifications to ensure the absolute safety of every watch worn by the members. The MIL-SPEC watch designed by Blancpain was also the only diving watch in the world that met the standards of the U.S. Navy at the time. Blancpain also reprinted this logo on the "Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3" to pay tribute to Blancpain's iron blood. Tribute to the legend.
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Another highlight of this watch is the use of "9K bronze gold". Blancpain is the first to use this material in a full series of watches. It contains 37.5% gold, with a 9K mark, 50% copper, and silver, Palladium and gallium. Unlike traditional bronze, this bronze alloy can be worn in contact with the skin and presents a beautiful pink hue. The added gold prevents the patina caused by oxidation and lasts longer. This anniversary watch not only inherits the genes of military timepieces, but also keeps pace with the times.
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Watch fans arrive"Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Limited Exhibition"Not only can you take a look at the "Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3" limited edition watch, which is limited to 555 pieces in the world, but you can also walk into the tunnel of time with Blancpain and get to know the iron blood of the world's first diving watch "Fifty Fathoms" legend.During the event period from October 19 (Thursday) to October 25 (Wednesday), 2023, visit the "Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Limited Exhibition" in person, take photos of your favorite corners, and be guided by on-site staff to complete designated tasks , you can get a limited gift specially designed for the 70th anniversary of Fifty Fathoms, which is flown to Taiwan by Blancpain from Switzerland. The quantity is limited and while supplies last.

[Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Limited Exhibition]
◆Activity period: October 19, 2023 (Thursday) to October 25, 2023 (Wednesday). The actual time is based on the business hours of the department store.
◆Event location: Songzhi Entrance Plaza, 1st floor, Taipei 101 Shopping Center (1st floor, No. 45, Shifu Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City)