Miyazaki's long-established watch store, Hidaka Main Store Pro Shop, will hold a "Fifty Fathoms Fair"

NEWS News
2021.08.05

Miyazaki Prefecture, a gathering place for serious surfers from all over Japan, is home to many watch enthusiasts, especially those into divers' watches. Miyazaki's long-established watch store, Hidaka Main Store Pro Shop, will be holding the Blancpain "Fifty Fathoms Fair" from Saturday, August 7th to Sunday, August 15th, 2021. A special program will be held around the theme of Blancpain's "Fifty Fathoms," a masterpiece that only Blancpain produces, a full-scale diver's watch with a water resistance of 300m.

Hidaka Main Store Pro Shop


9 days to experience the charm of Fifty Fathoms product manufacturing

Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III

The original Fifty Fathoms, released in 1953, is said to be the world's first modern diver's watch. This model, which represents Blancpain's long history, incorporates patented technology to improve water resistance and a rotating bezel with a locking function. It incorporates a variety of technologies ahead of its time, making it a highly practical watch that can be called the "ancestor" of modern diver's watches.
Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III
Automatic (cal. 1151). 28 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 100 hours. Water resistant to 300m. Price: 1,859,000 yen (tax included).

 This fair allows you to learn about the history of Fifty Fathoms and experience the charm of product creation. Many models will be available, including the iconic classic Fifty Fathoms model. A special gift will also be available for those who purchase during the fair.

Fifty Fathoms No Radiation

Blancpain "Fifty Fathoms No Radiation"
A new watch for 2021. A tribute model to the Fifty Fathoms, used by the German Navy's submarine combat units and others. The "No Radiation" mark at 6 o'clock on the dial asserts that the luminous paint is free of radioactive materials. Automatic (Cal. 1151). 28 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve of approximately 100 hours. Stainless steel case (40.3mm diameter, 13.23mm thick). Water resistant to 300m. Limited to 500 pieces worldwide. Price: 1,529,000 yen (tax included).


Fifty Fathoms Fair Overview

Period: July 2021th to July 8th, 7
Location: Hidaka Main Store Pro Shop
Address: 3-4-6 Tachibanadori Higashi, Miyazaki City
Telephone number: 0985-26-1102
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday 10:30-19:00
     Friday and Saturday 10:30-20:00
http://hidakahonten.jp/page/183


Contact info: Hidaka Main Store Pro Shop Tel. 0985-26-1102


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