No weakness nor strength, just pleasure, my friend. But you are right, time to give some life to my other treasures. [nt]

Jul 02, 2017,09:01 AM
 

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Only watch contest: I am out. Time to give the Montblanc 1858 Tachymeter some rest.

 
 By: amanico : July 2nd, 2017-08:27
And to enjoy some of my other watches. 5 months! 5 months wearing the same watch was a real pleasure. An unknown pleasure till now, since I never wore the same watch for so long. When I bought my 1858 Tachymeter, I wore it for 5 weeks, which was something...  

That's for you.

 
 By: zabreg1 Mr White : July 2nd, 2017-22:53
And that is why I have to congratulate all of you.

Merci, mon ami. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : July 2nd, 2017-23:00

Perfect! [nt]

 
 By: amanico : July 3rd, 2017-05:45

Whatever the fantastic watch, I would have never managed to keep the same one that long so...

 
 By: Mike H : July 2nd, 2017-08:44
...so it is surely not all about the Watch only ; I must be weak, and you must be strong ! LOL Congrats Nico but I think you take the right decision to now give it a rest and bring your other beauties back to life ! They also deserve some wrist time ! Bes... 

;-) [nt]

 
 By: Mike H : July 2nd, 2017-09:05

Considering the array of alternative choices that this 1858 has beaten ... that is surely a statement!

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : July 2nd, 2017-08:46
But totally understandable as this MB is ta true beauty, technically a top notch piece and very versatile watch.

Already done ! [nt]

 
 By: tombub : July 2nd, 2017-09:09

Welcome back!

 
 By: TheMadDruid : July 2nd, 2017-09:40
It is certainly time for those other great pieces to see the light of day. 5 months, though. Quite an achievement, no matter how much one loves a watch.

Well done Nicolas!

 
 By: sham1 : July 2nd, 2017-09:44
I have kept the 7200R on my wrist with minimal competition from my one or two watch collection. You on the other hand have resisted the temptation to give any wrist time to your other beauties (especially the 5110P!!) for most of this year. I salute you

A pity you left, but thank you for staying within the circle for so long!

 
 By: stromer : July 2nd, 2017-10:00
But on the other hand I am happy for you that you can fully enjoy your rich choice of alternatives again. Now that you left I would not be surprised to see the remaining four to call it quits too. And thanks for sharing your impressions of and your enthus... 

The Chronometer is calling for me, I can hear it clearly.

 
 By: stromer : July 2nd, 2017-13:45
But it will wait patiently for the right occasion. Not an everyday watch in my small stable.

Amen to that!

 
 By: cazalea : July 2nd, 2017-16:51
...  

Merci, mj23. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : July 2nd, 2017-11:06

Congrats on finishing this hard endurance test my dear Nicolas! Even considering you were wearing...

 
 By: Subexplorer : July 2nd, 2017-16:05
... an outstanding piece of horology on your wrist I view this test as sometging I could never fulfill. I agree with you that only wearing a watch for a continuous period of time is the only way to get to know it thoroughly, but in any case I find your fe... 

Oh! Well... two weeks is a thing I had experienced with delight...

 
 By: Subexplorer : July 3rd, 2017-05:32
... both with a new purchase I had been dreaming for long, or during a vacation trip. But one thing is two or three weeks with just one watch and another a month, not to mention FIVE months!! Lol! Once again: I admire this feat you share with four other b... 

Completely agree!! ;) [nt]

 
 By: Subexplorer : July 3rd, 2017-07:50

I'm happy yours has performed so well

 
 By: MichaelC : July 2nd, 2017-19:30
I looked forward to this post from you, as we know you had serious contenders to choose from. Bravo for selecting the Montblanc. I'm in the fence about what to do with mine. Due back the end of July. First, I must confirm all is in proper order. Sad I am ... 

Curious as to what's next on your wrist.

 
 By: Horo_Traveler : July 2nd, 2017-20:07
I agree with everything you have written about the 1858. Thanks for illuminating this piece for all of us.

Merci, dear HS. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : July 3rd, 2017-00:27

Wonderful summary, Nico!

 
 By: KMII : July 3rd, 2017-05:06
Really love your pictures and have to say I bow before your determination to stick with one watch for five months - must be special indeed that you managed it And something tells me we will continue to see it often, even if you will not be wearing it ever... 

But if it was stuck on your wrist for five months, when will you get to enjoy the movement view??

 
 By: skyeriding : July 3rd, 2017-05:49
I jest of course. Sheer dedication there! The 5070 seems like a nice alternative as a "refresher" Regards, skyeriding

Thank you for the report and it is great to read about the love for the 1858

 
 By: Arie - Mr Orange : July 3rd, 2017-16:26
NOTE Next year the watch worn this year is not allowed to enter The Contest. 😉

Great post review. I wonder if the P15 would equally give the same sort of feeling...

 
 By: Echi : July 4th, 2017-20:05
If it can even stay on your wrist for 5 months... Best, Echi

this one grows on me.. to buy or not to buy

 
 By: Tyo : July 5th, 2017-08:15
I have a couple of new watches which should full my box this year. Arff. I tried it in Paris, it fits me very well