Montblanc × Collective Horology 1858 Minerva Monopusher Chronograph “Blue Arrow”
amanico
Montlblanc just unveiled a new version of the 1858 Red Arrow, issued in 2022, which I reviewed here.
This year, Montblanc issued a small series of 1858 Minerva mono pusher with a blue arrow this time for an US retailer " Collectiv Horology. Same steel case proportions ( 42 mm / circa 13 mm high ), same bezel, same movement, of course... The only thing which changes is the dial and the use of the good old Minerva logo at 6 o' clock, plus the two sub dials in a creamy color, like if Time offered them patina.
And there is something else I quite regret... The fact that the dial is not enameled, but lacquered. This version is 10% more expensive than the " Red Arrow ". It could be 10% more for an enamel dial, it would be better.
And as we are at it... Why not a tad smaller case? 40 mm would be perfect.
And as we are at it... Why not a tad smaller case? 40 mm would be perfect.
The superb movement, Cal 13.21 would be less lost!
And well, 33 pieces... That doesn't make sense.
And well, 33 pieces... That doesn't make sense.
Now, the biggest problem I have is the patina of the two subdials.
What do you think?
Best,
Nicolas
Comments:
Champthekid October 5th, 2023-20:58
I generally love these, but I’m not crazy about the dial color scheme. That said, readability looks very good.
amanico October 5th, 2023-21:16
Without the creamy sub dials, it could be very fresh and cool.
Champthekid October 5th, 2023-21:44
It’s that blue color that’s not working for me. Im in agreement with you on the sub dial color 👍
LK October 5th, 2023-20:59
The yellow color is supposedly not faux patina, but was used on at least one vintage Minerva stopwatch, according to H- I found a model with yellow subdial on a popular auction site, not sure whether it can be shared here. If interested, Google minerva n468. No idea whether it is correct or whether other models exist. Maybe, some Minerva expert can clarify.
amanico October 5th, 2023-21:17
I saw, indeed. Now, it is hard to say. If the main dial is porcelain, the sub dial doesn't look to be made in the same material. It coud have developed a patina the main dial will never have.
TeutonicCarFan October 5th, 2023-21:44
I was not a fan I don't like the color scheme. In addition, I agree on size... why not 40mm? The "ring" around the movement that says P5 and fait a villeret is unnecessary. Reduce the size of the case by that amount and you should be spot on. I do like that strap, very c...
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