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Blancpain TR 900 / Fifty Fathoms Bronze Milspec US NAVY. The Dream Pair.
Sep 15, 2022,08:37 AM
The TR 900 is famous. It is a legend, an icon, and one of the most sought after vintage Fifty Fathoms. Rare it is, clearly. But compared to the Bronze Milspec US NAVY which was only a prototype, there is no comparison.
When I think that I couldn't get this US NAVY when I was offered it... It is one of my biggest regrets.
Best,
Nicolas
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Blancpain TR 900 / Fifty Fathoms Bronze Milspec US NAVY. The Dream Pair.
By: amanico : September 15th, 2022-08:37
The TR 900 is famous. It is a legend, an icon, and one of the most sought after vintage Fifty Fathoms. Rare it is, clearly. But compared to the Bronze Milspec US NAVY which was only a prototype, there is no comparison. When I think that I couldn't get thi...
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By: amanico : September 15th, 2022-10:20
It’s interesting they would consider making this in bronze, no?
By: ArmisT : September 15th, 2022-14:50
I mean it’s supposed to be a practical, military watch. Would a bronze case offer any benefit to the military purchasing eg cost savings? And i guess it didn’t go to production since you mention this is a prototype.
Hello Armis: probably military were looking for…
By: Subexplorer : September 15th, 2022-16:05
… a safer case material for divers working with magnetic mines and experimented with a bronze case. By some reason they decided it was not practical or too expensive and remained with classic steel cases. Just my feelings. May be Nicolas can confirm this....
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By: Subexplorer : September 16th, 2022-16:18
Fantastic duo you show here dear Nicolas!!
By: Subexplorer : September 15th, 2022-16:01
That bronze prototype would have been a wonderful addition to your FF collection indeed. Rarest of rare! Thank you so much for sharing!! Cheers! Abel
Gracias!!
By: Subexplorer : September 18th, 2022-03:53