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On offer is a mint condition Montblanc Twinfly flyback chrono in SS on a black strap with deployant buckle. This watch is rated at 95%, is 43mm in diameter, and comes with all boxes and papers. I am the original owner and the watch was purchased new from the Montblanc boutique in NYC. Most noteworth

On offer is a Nicolas Rieussec Monopusher automatic chrono in SS on strap with deployant. I am the original owner of this piece which is in VG to excellent condition. Do not hesitate to contact me with questions. Best, Mitch dotcalm @ ix DOT netcom DOT com

Marcus raises an excellent point. Over the last seven years or so, my watch collecting activities have slowly shifted away from "higher-end" marques to the high-value marques given the steep price increases noted in Marcus' post. While this is somewhat disappointing from a historical perspective, th

In seeing these watches in the metal upon Tudor's USA inauguration Mitch

I agree that MB needs pieces that bridge the "finishing" gap between the Rieussec/Twinfly range and the Villeret/Minerva range. I own both a steel Rieussec and a steel Twinfly, and while both these pieces are IMHO great values, their movement finishing is functional at best (IWC and base JLC class)

Indeed MB IMHO has done everything right in its expansion into the "serious" watch market. FWIW, though Cartier has been involved with watches for eons, its recent move into relatively affordable watches combining high style with unique movements has also been appreciated. This is in contrast to muc

But I can't wait for my "standard" Twinfly to be delivered on Wednesday, thus ending my hiatus from watch collecting. Plus my Rieussec will have another chrono to keep it company ;-) Best, Mitch

Actually, if my understanding of physics is correct, the huge balance would be less susceptible to perturbation due to its extremely high moment of inertia. In fact, if I am not mistaken, the extreme moment of inertia is the key to pulling off an accurate watch with such a slow beat rate. Best, Mitc

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