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Amanico's original post spotlights the Montblanc 1858 Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Aged Steel 2023, a reference that pushes the boundaries of traditional chronograph design. His detailed photographs and initial observations invite collectors to explore its unique features, particularly the innovative bezel-controlled chronograph and the dial-side presentation of the movement. This article delves into the community's reception and comparative insights regarding this distinctive timepiece.
I saw how the bezel works the chrono in the video you posted in the other Minerva thread and I hate to say it but I think it's even better than the JLC Amvox solution. Marc
This is a regular mono-pusher. But inverting the movement is already a non trivial challenge!
The amvox vertically triggered chronographs are so much more precise and more enjoyable to operate. This one is thankfully a regular mono pusher and I agree with you - it is a cool looking one!
Didnβt realize the activation of chrono is by turning of bezel in this reference. Thought itβs just the reversed (unveiled) caliber to dial side. A beautiful and cool reference π
As I haven't used either I really couldn't say one way or the other which is actually more enjoyable to use or more precise either, but like with everything in life we don't all have to have the same opinions or preferences. I have always been a huge fan of the JLC Amvox Chronographs and still am and have said so in posts about them. I just thought when I saw the video from the MInerva manufacture of the chrono controlled through the bezel that it was a great way to control the chronograph is al
Might have been interesting for me to also try out that bezel mechanism. - BUT: I am a total fan of my trustworthy JLC Amvox II with its unique dial-side pivotal Chrono operation. I have got so many curious looks of bystanders & friends over all these years I am a happy owner of this JLC marvel. Itβs still always a big pleasure to strap it on from time to time; guess, I even should wear it more often ! Thx for sharing this other principle of operation and this other cool reference, as a sort of
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