Montblanc

Here is my 38 mm Minerva Pythagore with the famous manual wind calibre 48. Notice how the watch wears bigger as the entire case is pretty much made up of the dial. At 9 mm thickness, I love the proportions. Sapphire crystal glass for both front and back.

Macro on the split second chronograph movement

Always a Pleasure to wear the Orbis Terrarum 😊

And I was reminded how big it is — especially for my wrist — but, it got my attention anew! Photo from the MB website. https://www.montblanc.com/en-us/wrist-watches_cod1647597320779373.html

To quote from the press release (2014) Due to its need for a frequency of 360,000 semi-oscillations per hour, the Montblanc TimeWalker Chronograph 100 cannot rely on the same mechanical principle as a conventional chronograph calibre, which vibrates at a

This neo-vintage rare bird was made by Minerva in 1999 … just before the brand was sold. I estimate no more than 30 pieces made. Almost impossible to find. 😅 Today we see Minerva calibers being reserved for only the very high-end pieces from Richemont. Mi

New mustard colored suede strap for the Minerva. Changing straps is fun and sooooo much cheaper than buying another watch 😅 🤝

For those that love Minerva like I do … This NEO-vintage model is from circa 1999 and very few were made. I’m thinking about 50 made but it’s all conjecture at this point until I am able access the MB archives. 38 mm with the calibre 48 Pythagore manual w