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Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph LE 8 smoked red dial
Glad to have some hands on time with the red hot Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph LE 8.
This is a 44mm vintage style titanium mono-pusher, rattrapante chronograph which is inspired by 20th century chronographs. It features a rather interesting and gorgeous smoked red gradient dial with telemeter as the outer track and snail-shaped tachymeter in the centre. The movement here is the large MB M16.31 which is derived from a pocket watch movement. Needless to say, it is a large and beautiful one!
I definitely feel that this is a watch with strong presence that stands out on the wrist. I personally prefer it over the blue enamel version.
Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph LE 8 smoked red dial
Glad to have some hands on time with the red hot Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph LE 8. This is a 44mm vintage style titanium mono-pusher, rattrapante chronograph which is inspired by 20th century chronographs. It features a rather interesting and ...
The dial looks good ...
Personally, I feel that a case size of around 39mm would have been perfect.
Ya no doubt this big movement won’t fit into a smaller case
Downside is it will be limited by its size because not everyone can carry it off.
Many thanks for sharing with us the first hand photos of this beauty. It looks great, apart from the slightly larger 44mm size, but I think it is inevitable due to the caliber inside.
So, did you decide to keep it in your collection? Best, Henry
A stunning looking Interpretation!
All alterations of this line are very nice and this one adds a very low number and titanium to it. A magnificent piece with a top tier chrono movement!
It’s my pleasure my friend
However I didn’t order one although I was tempted for awhile as I can’t carry it off. As you can see from the wristshot, the lugs sticks out from my wrist.
My pleasure mate
However I did not take the plunge on this beauty as I generally prefer smaller pieces in the classic 38-40mm size.
Yes I know, which is sad
I can still wear the 1858 Tachymeter with the 16.29. I guess it’s because the case is slimmer.