Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum UNICEF
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Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum UNICEF

By KMII · May 21, 2017 · 37 replies
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KMII's initial impressions of the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum UNICEF edition offer valuable insights into a world timer that combines horological appeal with a charitable cause. His detailed observations on its design, wearability, and unique features, such as the twin sapphire discs and UNICEF blue strap, provide a compelling overview for collectors considering this distinctive piece. This article synthesizes community discussion around its value proposition and place within a broader world timer collection.

I have finally had the opportunity to view the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum UNICEF live during the recent reopening of the Montblanc Vienna Boutique (full report: www.watchprosite.com here).

In addition to it contributing to a worthy cause - child literacy in the developing world (see here: www.watchprosite.com more details) it's a very convincing world timer. 





The twin sapphire discs for the world map (seen from the North Pole down) and the day / night indication (including a colour gradation for latitude) work wonderfully and the 41mm size - as opposed to 43mm for the previously only Orbis Terrarum with the fully coloured map (the 4810) - is very pleasant for us with smaller wrists. 

The UNICEF Blue croc strap is the cherry on the cake. If there is one thing I would contemplate changing then it would be the replacement of the display case back with a solid one, where the UNICEF logo could be engraved, as opposed to etched in. 

At any rate, a very convincing watch with a noble cause and a great wrist companion for globetrotters smile

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AM
amanico
May 21, 2017

There would be two ways I would consider getting one. 1/ I want to build a small collection of world timers. In this case, I would add the GP WW TC, the JLC Universal Time and this Orbis Terrarum to my Patek 5110P. Problem: I would also consider getting the Vacheron World Time, but the price, in platinum, is prohibitive for me. 2/ I have no world time. Here, the Orbis Terrarum is an excellent choice, if we consider the quality / price / friendly complication ratio. But I already have a world tim

KM
KMII
May 21, 2017

Fully agree with both approaches So you need encouragement for the VC World Timer, then?

HS
hs111
May 21, 2017

.. Hmmhh.. At this Price level maybe something to think about.. - But there are some others at my short time list.. Will see.. t - hx for the comprehensive share ! Best, hs

AM
amanico
May 21, 2017

And even if I could afford it, my Patek 5110P is still above, in terms of charm. Best, Nicolas

KM
KMII
May 21, 2017

You could start with the Overseas in steel...

KM
KMII
May 21, 2017

It really is great value and one of the few options with city rings in either Latin, Chinese or Arabic characters I was thinking that another Limited Edition with the world viewed from the South Pole may be great fun, too

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