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Very difficult to say from that close

 

the cameras do these kind of distortions the more you put it close to the subject.

Only you can tell (and maybe compare it to a Double Split?) but that would indeed, on the paper, be a very interesting model to consider.

Thanks for the live picture Robin.

Cheers, Mark

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Live pics: Montblanc 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter in steel and blue dial

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 23rd, 2015-02:45
After Nico's wonderful review, I finally managed to get to see this in the metal. Oh man... am I in love with this blue dial and beautiful Villeret monopusher chronograph calibre 16.29!! To be honest, my wrist is too small for this fine watch at 44mm but ...  

Incredibly NICE Robin

 
By: patrickh : November 23rd, 2015-03:14
even on your wrist. Is the size really important or do you still fall in love? 100 ex is so few and some are on the list ;-)) Not me, as I have an other top list priority. My MB Orbis Terrarum is always on my wrist these days. Thanks for sharing this Beau... 

I really love it

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-05:58
But it has to fit reasonably and not be overly big Thanks Patrickh and glad you are still enjoying your HSOT

Superb pics, superb chrono, Robin.

 
By: amanico : November 23rd, 2015-03:34
First question: Do you really love it so much? Second question: If so, try to find a correctly sized strap, it may help. Wear it tight, this is the only way. Best, Nicolas

I love it a lot

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-05:59
But I do find it too big. Need a very thick (maybe rubber) strap to have a chance to get this to work Thanks Nico

Sorry Robin,

 
By: dr.kol : November 23rd, 2015-03:36
it is far too big for your wrist. I'm coming to Singapore in December - perhaps it would fit to mine... Best, Kari

Try it Kari

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-05:59
But I don\'t think this model is available for display at the boutiques here yet Thanks for the feedback my friend.

I'm trying to find it.

 
By: dr.kol : November 24th, 2015-08:49
I remember when I had a look at your MB. It was impressive. Best, Kari

I will do so.

 
By: dr.kol : November 25th, 2015-07:08
I'll check if I can find it from London next week and then in December check the situation in Singapore. Best, Kari

it is just in the mind

 
By: patrickh : November 24th, 2015-07:39
It is an unisex proposal from Hermes (here with Apple watch). More than that, the second leather turn will protect your skin hand from the protrusive crown. Just my own feeling. You have a nice collection, and not obliged to have only the same range size ... 

It does look a bit big on your wrist.

 
By: TheMadDruid : November 23rd, 2015-04:58
BTW, I'm not saying that so that there is one more for me to have a shot at. It's too big for me as well, and I was offered one. Damn! It is so beautiful. But we can't have them all. Great photos, Robin.

Thanks Padj for the honest feedback

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:01
actually I already have a Minerva movement Montblanc Villeret watch so I should be contented

Too big but...

 
By: dedestexhes : November 23rd, 2015-05:15
although often pictures taken in a close range give a wrong idea. Try to get a picture taken by someone else at a bigger distance. That might change the view a bit. Btw, what a wonderful watch! Best regards, Dirk

Good idea Dirk!

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:02
I still think it will be too big but worth a try to look at a full length mirror and ask someone to take a shot from afar That was what I did for my Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum and it worked fine

Thanks Anthony!

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:02
I love our PuristSPro Instagram page So many nice pics from our community members!

Wow. Is the blue shade really that awesome?

 
By: MichaelC : November 23rd, 2015-07:46
I love it. The lugs are hanging just a bit. Such a special watch though. A bit of a dilemna. But... if you are ever to wear a watch too big for your wrist, steel is the way to go. And with the blue dial, the watch is a bit more fun, more sporty anyways. S... 

Yes the blue is THAT AWESOME

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:04
In the metal Michael. I strongly suspect you will go for it! :p Thanks for your encouragement. I will try it again next time and if fate has it, it may be mine Else I should be contented with this.... Cheers Robin ...  

Very difficult to say from that close

 
By: Mark in Paris : November 23rd, 2015-16:21
the cameras do these kind of distortions the more you put it close to the subject. Only you can tell (and maybe compare it to a Double Split?) but that would indeed, on the paper, be a very interesting model to consider. Thanks for the live picture Robin.... 

Thanks Mark

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:05
I will try it again if I have the chance The Lange DS felt too big for me when I tried to be honest Cheers Robin

That was my point

 
By: Mark in Paris : November 24th, 2015-08:26
much too big for me too (it is 43mm), though my DB25 doesn't look as big with its 44mm. The lugs have a lot to do with this impression (and thickness too). Cheers, Mark

Agree Mark

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 25th, 2015-07:07
The lugs has a lot of role to play on perceived size on the wrist Cheers Robin

Yeah one of my friends said the same

 
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2015-06:06
That black dials are more endearing than blue dials. For me I like blue dials so ok for me Black dial with the red gold is nicer I feel. Cheers Robin