amanicoIn 2023, Montblanc released an 'aged steel' version followed by a polished steel case in 2024, which the author recently discovered. The classic steel version is preferred over the former. The dimensions are 43 mm x 14.78 mm, with a white gold fluted bezel. Notable changes include blued plates and bridges, and case windows revealing the movement. Solid case back with intricate decorations. A belated surprise for the author....">Story

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amanicoCelebrating the 10th birthday of the 1858 Tachymeter, purchased in Hamburg in 2016. A treasured watch with a love affair preceding its acquisition, featuring a wonderful Cal 16.29 movement and quality despite a simple case design. Worn and photographed extensively over the past decade, it remains a lucky and cherished piece in the owner's collection....">Story

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amanicoNicolas shared an amazing story about receiving a surprise package containing the Great Gatsby fountain pen, one he previously admired. The pen was described as comfortable, the weight satisfying, and the nib gliding smoothly on paper. Nicolas expressed gratitude to the generous friend who sent it, noting the blue accents and how it pairs beautifully with his 1858 Tachymeter watch....">Story

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amanicoThe article discusses the admiration for the Montblanc 1858 Tachymeter Chronograph, praising its high-end manual winding movement, the Cal 16.29. Despite minor critiques about the steel case, the watch's price of 25,000 Euros is considered a good deal for its quality. The author highlights the watch's unique design, mixing modern and retro elements, and expresses great satisfaction as an owner....">Story

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amanicoIn 2022, Montblanc introduced the 'Unveiled Secret' watch, now offered in an Aged Steel version with a pvd-coated case brushed with Quartzite for a vintage look. The white gold bezel contrasts with the darkened ruthenium movement, powered by the Cal 16_26 with 50-hour reserve. Limited to 88 pieces, this edition is priced at 40,000 Euros, potentially irking collectors with its repeating limited edition strategy....">Story

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amanicoMontblanc unveiled a new 1858 Red Arrow version in 2022 for US retailer Collectiv Horology. Features steel case (42 mm, 13 mm high), Minerva logo, two creamy subdials, and a lacquered dial. Pricier than Red Arrow, lacks an enamel dial, and could benefit from a smaller 40 mm case. Cal 13.21 movement would shine in a smaller size. Limited to 33 pieces....">Story

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amanicoMontblanc introduced the unique 1858 Unveiled Timekeeper watch, featuring a bezel-operated chronograph function instead of traditional pushers, making it stand out. Available in steel and lime gold, the watch is limited to 100 and 28 pieces respectively. The watch boasts a large case size, water resistance, and exquisite details such as applied luminova-filled hour markers, Cathedral hands, and a Cal 13.21 movement with impressive decoration....">Story

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amanicoYou know the story. I was invited on the 8th of March 2016 to take delivery of my 1858 Tachymeter in Hamburg, Germany, after a couple of months of salivating and dreaming on this one. It was Love at first sight, and an everlasting even stronger love since then. I immediately said to the Montblanc CEO I met at the SIHH that I wanted one, something which happened to me twice, and funnily, with the same CEO but from another brand...">Story

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amanicoThis year, Montblanc revisited another jewel from the Minerva Patrimony, with the 1858 Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Red Arrow. Here is the original chronograph, issued in the very late Thirties. Credit picture: Christies. It was a giant chronograph for that era, with a 46 mm case, housing a not-less giant movement, the Cal 19-9 CH, 19 Lines ( 42, 15 mm diameter ) beating at 18, 000 vibrations per hour...">Story

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amanicoThere are more and more fans of Montblanc Minerva Chronographs, with years passing, and rightly so. Basically, you have two gorgeous manual winding movements, the Cal 13.21 and the much bigger Cal 16.29 whose level of finishings is among the best, IF NOT the best. If you are a fan of fine movements, you might have been tempted to wear your beloved watch upside down, I mean with the back side instead of the front side,which is not very practical nor comfortable, except if you have a skeleton watch or a watch ... ...">Story

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