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I was impressed by the hands at 6 o'clock
Nov 20, 2008,18:10 PM
as well when i had the opportunity to handle that piece here in Tokyo, probably the very piece you held SJX!
For me, i love the size of the watch, and the weight is impressive! I simply cant imagine how much the Pt version will weight!
Nice watch overall!
Stephen
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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 ...