Ornatus-Mundi[Zenith]
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I am facing the danger that this becomes my mantra, but these watches exist since 2005!
Nov 19, 2008,23:48 PM
Thus, it is the development of the 'old' Minvera (well, let say the 'intermediate' Minerva under the infamous italian ownership). Thus the watches are impressive for Minerva, the former '1500 $ watch company', but not for Montblanc. The latter decided to (i) utilise the company's infrastructure and know-how, (i) keep the exisiting movements and entire watch designs and (iii) present then with a Montblanc logo.
Best,
Magnus
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By: BDLJ : November 19th, 2008-15:38
I have noticed a recent (?) trend in watches whereby the leather band is integrated between the lugs in a similar manner to bracelet end-links. I find it.....wrong....aesthetically.
Superb photos SJX
By: Geo : November 21st, 2008-21:39
The watch itself is not my cup of tea, The oddly-shaped case is not very attractive and not new at all. One of the famous independents introduced that allready and so are the Mysterious hands, why borrowed Montblanc this concept from Cartier and it can be...
Are you referring to Cornelius et Cie?
By: SJX : November 21st, 2008-21:50
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...
Thanks a lot SJX.
By: foversta : November 22nd, 2008-01:30
The pics are superb and your comments very interesting. I feel mixed emotions. The finishings are great, the originality of the whole watch makes it unique in the industry. But 2 details are a bit annoying for me: - it seems that sometimes it's difficult ...