Their range of watches also have a bulge in the case, but to accommodate the balance wheel. However, that brand is new and was only unveiled earlier this year.
I do agree with your point that a lot of it is not new. Montblanc is borrowing ideas from other brands like Cartier, and building on the Minerva company which it acquired. While it may be the case that Montblanc is buying legitimacy, at least they are creating an impressive and extremely well-made product. Not the same can be said of other brands that are churning out poorly made products targeted at less discerning buyers.
- SJX