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I am a bit unimpressed by the dial side.
Sep 25, 2019,08:39 AM
The movement is of course superb.
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H edition - 25 pcs - steel case Monopusher
By: mahesh : September 25th, 2019-06:59
Minerva M13,21 movement on steel case.....US30k* what do you think of this Black dial version ? personally i feel the Blue dial Montblanc Monopusher few years before was spot on & the movement finish was brilliant too. Pic Credit : Hodinkee Pic Credit : H...
merci mon amis !
By: mahesh : September 25th, 2019-07:39
that sets the debate tone ;-)
Sounds like the experience is the sell
By: tom18 : September 25th, 2019-09:59
The trip sounds interesting although there isn't a ton of detail on that (flight class, hotel, meals). Is this really a trip with a nice souvenir watch included?
:)))) [nt]
By: amanico : September 25th, 2019-13:27
I think this is absolutely gorgeous, nearly perfect
By: cholack : September 25th, 2019-07:50
My main criticism of the 1858 Tachy Bleu with cal 16.29 is the diameter of the piece. For me, having âevolvedâ my tastes to vintage size proportions, 42mm is too big for me. This H edition hits the right size at 40mm and 12mm something in thickness. And w...
i agree 40mm is right sized...
By: mahesh : September 25th, 2019-07:53
i think 42 made sense for cal 16,29 i'm very much like you, i prefer 40mm or less but i felt the 42mm case sat well on the wrist when i tried out. i feel the blue dial was 'more' lively than the black but probably that is just me...
naah [nt]
By: Gelato Monster : September 25th, 2019-08:57
Pretty OK
By: vitalsigns : September 25th, 2019-09:06
Movement is nice, of course. Seems very stealthy. Hands are a bit boring. Dislike monopushers in general, as I prefer the ability to start/stop/start again the chrono function without reset. $30K is too expensive IMO, whether limited edition or not. I cou...
Split
By: coz : September 25th, 2019-10:35
I was hoping this version was a steel cased split second version...
I really like it as it exudes 1930s old skool charm
By: reintitan : September 25th, 2019-10:34
As I stated before I would really have preferred that they kept the Minerva name for the watches while Mont Blanc was reserved for the pens and leather goods. The dial and hands are IMHO much cleaner and easier on the eyes than the regular production mode...
Define âall expenses paidâ....
By: Clueless_Collector : September 25th, 2019-17:04
What class of flight, lodging and food đ
Iâm curious to know the details although itâs all sold out.
That's why I put it in quotes :-)
By: reintitan : September 25th, 2019-17:15
It could mean anything and everything between flying first class and staying in a suite to being Ben Clymer's personal assistant during the entire trip
Nope. Not feeling it
By: Mr.Gatsby : September 25th, 2019-10:44
Feel that itâs over priced. Dial is boring too.
One has to admit
By: FlyingSnoopy : September 25th, 2019-12:17
that the marketing idea to include an exclusive trip to Minerva is a great idea The movement is gorgeous I would also have preferred to have Minerva on the dial but this has been, I think, debated a few times... Cheers
+1
By: mahesh : September 25th, 2019-12:46
it would be interesting experience to visit a manufacture...but 30k, i would think twice
ROFL! [nt]
By: amanico : September 25th, 2019-21:50
If this was a regular production piece, I'd give it a thumbs up..
By: Echi : September 25th, 2019-19:26
But I don't see how this one even being limited to 25 trumps current offerings. I think they did a good job with the VC for example. It made people think, yeah, VC should have designed it the way HDK did. But here, I don't get that vibe. To be honest, I t...
I'm a bit confused ...
By: CL : September 26th, 2019-04:58
why are there so many people here who hate this watch? Aren't the non-limited edition watch around this price or even more expensive? If so, why will people consider this over price when it even comes with a trip> Am I missing out something?
+1 [nt]
By: mahesh : September 26th, 2019-05:20
Ah I see...
By: CL : September 26th, 2019-16:42
I thought there's something else. Thanks for the clarification.
Well...if you have to ask
By: Mr.Gatsby : September 26th, 2019-09:32
I donât think people hate it. Itâs just hard to get enthusiastic with the product at that price point. Why itâs considered expensive is simple. Just think about what you can do with 30 grand. Although value, price...I gotta say itâs relative and differs f...
+1k
By: mahesh : September 26th, 2019-11:32
I completely agree, it doesnât connect to the senses. 30k youâre ready in the zone of FPJ CS Pt or WG Daytona or GMT Master 2 Pepsi Meteorite - lemme say too many choices to win over ! Best, Mahesh.,
Ok, I'll go on record as saying, "I like this one."
By: jmpTT : September 26th, 2019-19:48
Conceptually, it's a bit bananas. Take one of the finest chronograph movements in the world and turn it into a knockabout watch. Throw it on an appropriate strap, get the seals checked every year and you can theoretically wear this watch while cannonballi...
Why not?
By: reintitan : September 27th, 2019-18:46
Probably close to actual production costs, too. Add in some big name "brand ambassadors" though and the price will likely double.
I have to say...
By: KMII : October 2nd, 2019-06:50
I quite like it. The size is better for my wrist (selfish reason, I know) and I really prefer he black dial to the green one. The 100m WR is quite helpful, too - not that I would necessarily swim with it but at least you would not get nervous getting caug...
I fully agree...
By: KMII : October 9th, 2019-07:16
But also understand why they did it - without it would look practically indistinguishable from the one with the ETA movement - which some might see as a feature but many would consider a big flaw (I am sure you remember the discussions on this topic from ...
Congratulations!
By: KMII : October 9th, 2019-07:17
And I agree - there's a lot to like here! Hope you will enjoy yours for many years to come
Green
By: perregaux1 : November 9th, 2019-09:25
guys what about this one? Is it worth buying? I quite like it but not sure i could continue liking it for a long time to come. Thanks ...
It is beautiful no doubt
By: mahesh : November 9th, 2019-09:40
It depends on your collection, if youâre looking for a versatile watch I wouldnât count on this.