Montblanc 1858 Geosphere
In honour of the 160th anniversary of its Minerva manufacture in Villeret, Montblanc has created the Geosphere.
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In honour of the 160th anniversary of its Minerva manufacture in Villeret, Montblanc has created the Geosphere.
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A little over a week ago I found myself paying more attention than usual to the pre-flight safety spiel. Perhaps due to the fact that I was standing in a sunny clearing, looking at a helicopter. “Don’t go near the tail rotor, don’t put your hands up when you get out, and if you lose … ContinuedThe post MY WEEKEND WITH: The Montblanc TimeWalker Date Automatic in the wilds of Queensland appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Montblanc releases two new watches for the Goodwood Festival of Speed: the TimeWalker Chronograph and the TimeWalker Automatic Date.
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Let me level with you. There’s an official tie-in between this watch and the oh-so-English Goodwood Festival of Speed, one of the world’s leading events for motor enthusiasts. I could spend the next few hundred words talking about the synergy between the automotive and the horological (don’t get me wrong, there are real and entirely … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph for the Goodwood Festival of Speed appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Montblanc Inspired by the vintage Minerva watches from the 1920s and 30s that were once used in the military, the 1858 collection pays tribute to the 160 years of the
In an update to 2015’s e-Strap, Montblanc has announced the follow-up iOS compatible Twin Smart Strap.
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Of all of Montblanc’s fine timepieces, I’ve had a soft spot for the distinctive Rieussec line, an uncommon take on the common chronograph that draws its inspiration from the daddy of them all, the original chronograph device invented by the eponymous Frenchman, Nicolas Rieussec. The Rieussec has been in the Montblanc family for a while, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The classically charming Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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On 26 April, Montblanc officially re-opened its boutique in Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore, to mark the brand’s 25 years of heritage in the country.
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There’s a lot of important planning that happens in the lead up to Baselworld. But perhaps the single most important question is - what watch do I wear? In previous years I’ve taken a handful of pieces, something I wasn’t keen to do this year, as I find it vaguely stressful travelling with more than … ContinuedThe post MY WEEK WITH: Travelling the globe with the Montblanc Orbis Terrarum appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
From mountaineering across the Glacier du Géante to bombing it downhill on a mountain bike in La Thuile, the Aosta Valley is the perfect playground to take a watch on an adventure
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If you know a little bit about how the world of watches works, you’ll likely know that it’s a space dominated by a few big groups (namely Richemont, Swatch and LVMH), each with their own stable of brands. SIHH is a show dominated by Richemont brands - big names like Cartier, IWC and Montblanc. But … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 5 of the best independent watches from SIHH 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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It’s that time of year again where Tinseltown rolls out the red carpet for an evening of self-congratulatory grip-and-grinning, closing out the award season run with the Academy Awards, affectionately known by the name given to its ‘Academy Award of Merit’ prize in 1939 – the Oscars. Hollywood scandal and politics aside, the Oscars does produce … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: 11 watches worn at the 2018 Oscars, feat. Montblanc, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget, Apple and Rolex appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The more distance and time I’ve had to reflect on SIHH 2018, the more I’m inclined to think that the calibre of the exhibiting collections was – overall – very high. The very top end of town was well represented but of more interest to me (and I suspect a lot of you reading this), the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The best Montblanc watches of SIHH 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The Montblanc 1858 Automatic Chronograph combines a strong vintage aesthetic with a chronograph function. This model is available in a stainless steel or bronze case. The 42 mm case features both polished and satin finish, with an almost tool like design reminiscent of 50s chronograph watches. The watch comes with a do
Montblanc introduces the 1858 collections which include 1858 Geosphere, 1858 Monopusher Chronograph and 1858 Pocket Watch, which can be converted to be worn on wrists as well as in its pocket-watch form.
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According to Montblanc’s Head of Watches, Davide Cerrato, the 1858 collection - the star of their SIHH 2018 lineup - is a “very important second sports line, one that really extends the offer of Montblanc, an offer that before was completely focused on classical watches”. At the core of the 1858 collection’s identity is its vintage … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Montblanc 1858 Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In 2016, Montblanc announced a new line, the 1858, a vintage-inspired sports collection. This year, under the keen direction of Montblanc’s Head of Watches Davide Cerrato, the entire 1858 line has received a stylish and oh-so-smart update. There are more complex versions, but the entry-level piece is this, the Montblanc 1858 Automatic. Montblanc 1858 Automatic steel … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Montblanc 1858 Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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As SIHH kicks off, I’m prepared to bet – yes, even on the opening day – that this chronograph will emerge as one of the top watches of the week. Because it’s just so darned gorgeous and it has a great backstory. As you may know, in 2007 Montblanc took over the historic Minerva manufacture … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The green-dialled Montblanc 1858 Monopusher Chronograph LE … in steel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Montblanc’s Great Mountain Adventure is just beginning. With the brand’s pre-SIHH timepieces, Montblanc sets the tone for its 160th anniversary and beyond.
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We review the Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph - a pre-SIHH 2018 chronograph featuring an iconic, classic design and high-tech materials.
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Review and full hands-on of the latest Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph - a beautiful and intriguing timepiece. Live images.
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Montblanc introduces two new TimeWalker Chronographs and two new Star Legacy Chronographs ahead of SIHH 2018.
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The petite Montblanc Bohème Day & Night isn’t exactly bohemian, nor are any of Montblanc’s timepieces really, but as much as this watch has all the signs of studied fine watchmaking, the viewer has to acknowledge the Day & Night is a little romantic. For all Montblanc’s credibility, hard luxury can still have a softness, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Starry-eyed for the Montblanc Bohème Day & Night appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In recent years, we’ve witnessed Montblanc – who acquired Minerva back in 2006 – embrace the storied bygone days of its Villeret movement manufacturer. They’ve developed innovative complications, and paid tribute with dressy heritage-style timepieces. And this year they’ve revamped their modern TimeWalker collection, keeping the contemporary styling, while paying tribute to the illustrious motorsport … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A racy traveller – the Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph UTC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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A few weeks ago I had the distinct honour and pleasure of spending some time with Montblanc (and 50 or so other watch journalists) in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Now, prior to booking flights I had a decidedly foggy understanding of where Jackson Hole was and what it was all about (not coastal, mountains). And while … ContinuedThe post MY WEEK WITH: The Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Montblanc 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter Limited Edition 100 now in an vintage inspired colour scheme: bronze case with a salmon coloured dial.
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Last week, I was in the mountain town of Jackson, Wyoming with Montblanc. And while I’ll have to wait until SIHH 2018 to share most of the watches I’ve seen with you (totally worth it, by the way), I did spot one smooth new variation of this year’s sporty TimeWalker Chronograph that I can tell you … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph in red gold with brown dial appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Soon after the introduction of the motor car came the introduction of motorsports. Our inherently competitive nature driving us in our search for speed and steering what was one the greatest inventions in human history towards its inevitable competitive use. From motor racing’s early days, timepieces were used to measure the difference separating victory and … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Sporty but simple – the Montblanc TimeWalker Date Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Editor’s Note: We don’t want to blow Sam’s cover, because My Watch Story subjects are guaranteed a high degree of anonymity. But let’s just say, Sam might not have ever seen you, but if you’re partial to a wide, wide range of clothing brands – most recently UNIQLO – you will probably have seen him. … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: Sam’s Montblanc 1858 Automatic Dual Time appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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