Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Rising Hours Rose Gold Review

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Christianch provides a seven-month review of his Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Rising Hours Chronograph in rose gold, offering a balanced perspective on its long-term wearability and emotional appeal. His insights highlight the unique features of this timepiece and its place within a diverse watch collection.

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It has been seven months since I purchased the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Rising Hours Chronograph in Rose Gold so I thought

that it might be interesting to post a second review. As you certainly know luxury watches are a very emotional purchase (and at times, too emotional!) so a review after a few weeks or months usually provides with a more balanced view of the pro and cons of a watch.

I am happy to report that I am still very much in love with the watch!

A great thing of using a watch is that you no longer pay so much attention (or even see) the initial signs

of usage (or scratches) so I always enjoy a watch even more after a few months:

In the last four months I did rotate this Montblanc with a much smaller watch (the new Rolex

day-date in green that is 36mm) so after going back to the Rising Hours I have to get used to the different

weight and size. At 43 mm the Rieussec Rising Hours certainly doesn't go unnoticed yet it is very elegant

and wearable even on a fairly small wrist like mine.

Looking back at my previous posts I am very glad that I went for the rising hours and not another

Rieussec like the dual time (Thanks to Robin and others for the valuable help and suggestions).

Nothing wrong with the other models but I do think that the unique patented way to show the time of the

rising hours makes it very special in a collection.

The biggest problem in small or even more for a big watches collection is getting sure to have some diversity and difference between watches that would justify a rotation.

In this regard this watch is always surprising and interesting. It takes a bit to get used to the different

way to display the time so, every time I wear it, there is always a surprise factor.

I enjoy the combination of the watch with other Montblanc products like the notebook and

obviously the fountain and regular pens. Here you see it with the Meisterstück anniversary in rose

gold that fits very well with the watch (or so I think)

By now you will know that I am not a great photographer... yet I wanted also to share

a photo of the movement which is very special. I am always fascinated by in-house movements

and I think that here Montblanc created something very different. The finish is stunning and so

is the gold rotor and the mother of pearl logo.

A better photo of the four Montblanc pieces

Is this watch for everyone?

Budget aside I think this is a typical love it or not watch. The design of the case, sizing

and weight (especially on the gold version) will make it a winner to some but not to all.

I think that the design is in many way fairly traditional and wearable and I am in love with it.

But I am less impressed by some others Rieussec models so, in my opinion, you need

to feel a bit of love at first sight for this type of watch.

I also like the day-date function that is always very useful to me.

The Rieussec Rising Hours is very easy to read. I have seen in other reviews some doubts about the

minutes hand legibility: I can assure you that there is no issue whatsoever and you get used to it very quickly.

Here is a last photo taken at 5:51 PM: notice how the hours colour changes from black to blue during the evening/night hours.

This again to me is something very rare in a watch (and perhaps unique to montblanc) that is very fascinating.

In conclusions I feel very lucky to own this watch and would certainly recommend a Rieussec, or Rieussec Rising Hours as a

very plausible "grail" to watch for collections. There is something unique in this collection that is not available anywhere else.

Best Regards

Christianch

This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2014-10-27 20:03:20

Key Points from the Discussion

The Rising Hours Chronograph is considered a very special offering within the Nicolas Rieussec collection, with its unique way of telling time providing versatility and a surprising element.
The blue/black day/night display of the Rising Hours is appreciated for its similarity to the shaded sapphire crystal used in the Vacheron Constantin world time, offering an elegant way to denote time.
The legibility of the minute hand, a common concern for this watch, is confirmed as good from an owner's perspective, and the rose gold version with its blue and black hours indicator is particularly admired.
The Rieussec line is consistently recognized as the first that comes to mind when thinking of Montblanc watches, indicating its strong brand identity and objective quality.
Despite its 43mm size, the watch is noted for its good balance and wearability, even on smaller wrists, suggesting that trying it on is essential to assess comfort.
The discussion highlights the importance of reevaluating watch choices after a few months to ensure continued satisfaction and alignment with initial purchasing reasons.

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gyang333

Oct 27, 2014

Thanks for sharing

I was shown this timepiece at the Toronto boutique on Bloor, and it was just so lovely!!! I also got to see this lovely piece:

christianch

Oct 28, 2014

Gorgeous -- which is that LE pen?

Glad to see that there are still some raising hours available around the world! I don't think the watch is no longer in the Montblanc website so I am just guessing that few pieces are/were produced. Which LE Pen is the one in the picture? truly gorgeous indeed!

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 27, 2014

Great review Christianch!

Thank you for your user review! I am happy to read that you still enjoy this watch very much after 7 months. Also good to hear the mins hand is legible from your owner perspective as this was one concern I had for the watch other than the size which is tad big for my less than 6.5 inch wrist. I love this version in rose gold. The blue and black hours indicator is another factor I love. Tempted to visit the AD or boutique to try again. Maybe in RG it may look nicer on my small wrist. May your Ris

christianch

Oct 28, 2014

yes it is substantial but nice

Yes it is a pretty substantial watch and I hear you - I have a small wrist too and mostly I wear other 36mm or 39mm watches but the balance here is really good. You have to try and see how you feel with it ! Is it my impression or the villeret are even bigger?

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Nov 2, 2014

Yes many of the Montblanc Villerets are indeed big

But there are also smaller ones. Mine is 41mm. The Vintage Pulsograph is 39.5mm Cheers Robin

amanico

Oct 28, 2014

Great read, Christian. I love a lot these owner's reviews.

Time is cruel for watches which are not well thought. Which is obviously not the case with these Rieussecs. When I think Montblanc and watches, Rieussec is certainly the first name which comes to my mind. And there are some objective reasons behind that! Your last shots showing the decoration of the dial Under a natural light are superb. Bravo. Nicolas

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