Montblanc

The new 39mm Montblanc Star Classique. We have to give credit where credit is due. And when Montblanc comes out with a nice dress watch, in a nice modern reinterpretation of a very classic design, and at an affordable price, I realized it would be an inju...  

Went to the sf one last year and saw this watch- the steel. Never had I given Mont Blanc a look. But I was really taken. The dial was clean but interesting and the overall fit and finish was above the price point. I was quite surprised. So to see you sing... 

I'll pass on your recommendations to Larry about the Orion. Although he may find 35mm on the small side.

The aftersales service is key. I really like the Montblanc Star for a simple everyday dress watch. Special? Probably not to us WIS. But reliable, accurate, serviceable, and instaneously recognized as a luxury item due to its Montblanc label...important qu... 

Thanks for sharing the pics of the new Montblanc Star Classique. Looks like a nice addition to the collection as it looks elegant and appropriately priced. I like the hands and dial much better on the Montblanc than the Nomos. Good luck to your friend on ... 

Exactly, a well-designed collection that's elegant and accessible. I would agree with you on that one! One should just go for it!

How are the fit and finish? Seems an attractive value at first glance. DId you indicate the retail price for the gold version? Best, CaliforniaJed

The fit and finish of the case is satisfactorily good overall and especially good in this price range. It's a very simple knife-edge case that's fully polished. Absolutely no engine turning nor burring nor drill marks are visible on the case, however, it ... 

is the brand symbol on the subdial. Gives the watch an ostentatious and tacky look. My favorite has been the Vacheron Constantin for a long time now. Lange comes in second. I'm definitely not a fan of the three-hand Pateks' design. Nomos is quite nice too... 

Is the branding too large in proportion relative to the dial? Is the font used too bold? I actually like the font, reminds me of Montblanc pen advertisements from the 1950s and 1970s. I don't know if this was the intention or not. Thank you for sharing yo... 

because the MB star logo resembles the shape of a flower (even though it's supposed to represent France's largest snow capped mountain). H aving a flower on the dial makes the watch look feminine which I'm pretty sure isn't what Montblanc intends to portr...  

The MB star remains quite subtle on the subdial... for me it brings a refine touch on the dial. Fx ...  

You're right, many would interpret this logo as a flower rather than the snow-capped mountain. Another trivia question; why is it a six-sided star? The six sides represent the six glaciers surrounding the mountain. I remember a rather funny story when I f... 

Regarding your questions, I think Anthony has already answered them. ;) Best Regards, Marcelo

I actually think the star design is subtle, but I agree, I in general don't like a product branded with a large logo. This logo is large, but it is subtle.

Good comparison and review. Nice one, Patrick. Ken

Much appreciated! I like comparisons, they seem to put things into perspective.

This watch is very elegant and I like its simple and effective design. Thanks a lot for your excellent post Patrick! Fx

And I agree! It's definitely one of the top contenders (if not the top contender itself) in its category and price range. With a reliable and serviceable ETA movement. This watch actually has a date function in the movement, but it's covered by the dial. ...