I would also like to thank Montblanc

and PuristPro for putting together a very informative event. Mike, I can see why you are so enthusiastic about the brand. They are clearly very passionate about watchmaking and is going about it the right way, building a solid foundation for the future. I really enjoyed speaking to the Minerva watchmaker at the event, who is a great ambassador for the Minerva institute. He is forthcoming, informative, and very passionate about the ART of watchmaking. The Minerva watches presented are very impressive in person, much more so than the pictures on the forum. The finish on the movements is spectacular. The Rieussec watches shown at the end of the event are also very well made and, I think, very competitive at their price point. Did they secretly slip some Coolaid into our drinks?

Mark, it was wonderful to see that your son is also interested in horology; I hope that my sons will one day share my interest as well. I also enjoyed meeting some of the Purists there; unfortunately, I did not get a chance to meet everyone. Next time ...

George

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Thank You Montblanc & PuristSPro For A Wonder Presentation

By: markieesq : November 19th, 2009-16:10

Thank you Montblanc and PuristSPro for a wonderful presentation and dinner last night. My son Josh and I were honored to have attended. The presentation of the watches, the dinner and most of all the people were fantastic. It is nice to actually meet peop...

Hi Mark, it was my distinct pleasure to have met you and Josh

By: mkt33 : November 19th, 2009-21:27

Just stepped off the plane and finally home sweet home. What a wonderful relationship you have with your son...I meant what I said during my presentation, I am truly envious and hope that my son will one day share this passion with me. Until next time (an...

It Was My Pleasure Mike

By: markieesq : November 20th, 2009-08:58

Mike: It was my pleasure to meet you. Your speech was from your heart and very genuine. When I left the dinner, I was very proud of my son and felt a sense or gratitude that we share a mutual interest in watches. Please take care and I look forward to the...

Yes, back to "sleepy" Maine where I was glad

By: mkt33 : November 20th, 2009-11:52

to see my son feeling better today and ready to celebrate my birthday by bashing a Pinata Best, Mike...

That's a real nice pic!

By: Kong : November 22nd, 2009-23:02

Wow! He could carry a big bat. Training him to be baseball player? Happy Birthday (or Belated) Mike! Kong

I got lucky with that action photo...

By: mkt33 : November 23rd, 2009-07:44

I think he just likes hitting Pinatas He's eager to start ice skating, perhaps a hockey player? The only thing I'm "forcing" him to try is Karate, he starts next month! Cheers, Mike

Any pics to share with the rest of us markieesq? =) [nt]

By: DRMW : November 19th, 2009-23:38

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I did not take pictures but there was a Montblanc person who did [nt]

By: markieesq : November 20th, 2009-08:59

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Thanks! [nt]

By: DRMW : November 20th, 2009-09:02

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I would also like to thank Montblanc

By: gmwu : November 20th, 2009-04:52

Florian is a true watch lover, as well as the first watchmaker

By: mkt33 : November 20th, 2009-08:18

who was trained by Mr. Cabiddu at the new Minerva Institut. And yes, he is a great ambassador! The secret ingredients in our drinks: Friendship, passion, and leaving all preconceptions at the door... The passion and vision of the original Minerva have bee...

George - I don't think we were introduced

By: markieesq : November 20th, 2009-09:02

Hello George: I do not think I had the pleasure of being introduced at the dinner. Thanks for your kind words about Josh. I hope we can spend time together at the next event. Mark

I Would Also Like To Thank Montblanc and PuristSPro

By: NJ_Mark : November 20th, 2009-07:19

as well as the restaurant, La Grenouille (fantastic food and setting with staff to match), for a wonderful evening. It is always a pleasure meeting other forum members and sharing the passion. Montblanc has come a along way in a short time and has clearly...

Finally I get to meet the man that I trusted on the internet three years ago

By: mkt33 : November 20th, 2009-08:19

face to face. I knew my intution was right Good to have you at our table and I'm looking forward to our next dinner together. Warmest regards, Mike

It was a true honor to meet PuristSPro members...

By: patrick_y : November 22nd, 2009-19:51

Whenever I attend a PuristSPro meeting, I'm always astonished by the wonderfully delightful people that all share this common bond towards watches. It was a true pleasure to meet the PuristS members in New York City. Many thanks to PuristSPro and Montblan...