Montblanc - "Different Spin" on Metamorphosis

"Different Spin" on Metamorphosis

Mike

With a "Different Spin" on Metamorphosis - I was totally amazed at seeing the official presentation at SIHH a month ago on the large screen.

Even more exciting was the time I spent with Johnny Girardin and Franck Orny and their in-depth presentation of a working movement out of the case. The movement is simply fantastic.

The most enjoyable part of talking with Johnny and Franck was seeing and feeling the pride and passion they had for their work.
Metamorphosis is a very large step forward in the Art of Horology. In my opinion Montblanc and the Minerva Institute should all be proud that they are preserving and promoting the skills of these artisans and at the same time exploring new horological developments such as Metamorphosis for future generations to enjoy.

How many collectors in 50 to 100 years from now will be trying to get their hands on or to even see in person one of the 28?
I know I would love to own one. For now I am still extremely happy with my Rieussec and looking forward to my first Villeret.
However, I will always have the memory of a pleasurable afternoon in Geneva, a wonderful first hand look at this beautiful watch, and the time of my life just talking watches for an hour with two young watchmakers that clearly love what they are doing for a living.

Regards jay

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A different "spin" on Montblanc's Metamorphosis

By: mkt33 : February 28th, 2010-13:01

About 4 years ago ThePuristS.com reported on a new "alliance" of independent watchmakers. The founding partners of this Time Aeon group consisted of a well respected, time tested member (Dufour), an inspiring and creative mind (Halter), and three experien...

A first thought

By: aaronm : February 28th, 2010-13:17

Since it is easier to pick nits than process the entire idea on the first read I'd not use BNB's failure as a mark against the business model, they seem to have been mostly done in by poor accounting/collection rather than a lack of business.... A

It was just a stream of random thoughts/observations not any

By: mkt33 : February 28th, 2010-14:25

logical "arguments" in support or against the Time Aeon concept. Is the Time Aeon concept any different than the Confrérie Horlogère idea set up by the now failed BNB concept? I guess it was interesting trying to understand how the independent watchmakers...

You expected less from Biver

By: aaronm : February 28th, 2010-15:11

I'd buy stock in a Zepplin company if he was behind it.... A

I won't be suprised if he purchased one for advertising / marketing :-) (nt)

By: mkt33 : March 1st, 2010-05:55

There we disagree

By: aaronm : March 1st, 2010-07:42

Hublot's current models rely heavily on BNB products, I think at least all their tourbillons if not other pieces as well. Without BNB, Hublot is in for a world of hurt..... A

I really don't know at this time...

By: patrick_y : February 28th, 2010-22:31

It's hard to say whether or not if Montblanc's collaboration with Time Aeon would be beneficial or beneficial to one party or not beneficial to both parties. The way I've interpreted Time Aeon is like a conglomerate of the small independents coming togeth...

Yes, that's it. I think that is the reason why the post ended up being just a rambling

By: mkt33 : March 1st, 2010-06:08

of thoughts. I was feeling a bit conflicted between my love for independent watchmaking and the Time Aeon concept. I cannot imagine any independent watchmakers starting out with such a complicated piece...most start out with a three hand/time only model t...

Interesting view, Patrick.

By: ling5hk : March 6th, 2010-15:52

I would agree to most of your points. However, the cross-breed of a tiger and a lion doesn't look too bad. But I can't imagine the result of a cross-breed between a monkey and a donkey. You got my point? Regards Ling

Got your point...

By: patrick_y : March 6th, 2010-16:58

I completely understand your point. I am not saying the final product will be bad, in fact, I'm sure it will be very good. However, I'm just wondering if the essence of being independent is going to go away. The whole point about being independent is the ...

Patrick, we in fact share the same view.

By: ling5hk : March 6th, 2010-22:01

Any new acquisition lately?

"Different Spin" on Metamorphosis

By: Timecollector : March 1st, 2010-21:58

Hi Jay! Good to see you here and thanks for sharing

By: mkt33 : March 2nd, 2010-18:57

your impressions of the watchmakers behind the Metamorphosis One thing is for sure, the Metamorphosis does stir up immense emotions, love it or hate it. It is a unique complication. Hope to hear more about your Rieussec soon...perhaps even about your futu...

Montblanc Villeret and the Duesenbergs...

By: MTF : March 4th, 2010-19:45

Mike, Metamorphosis by Montblanc is like the ultra-luxe Duesenberg automobiles in the early 20th century. Top line and made of Unobtainium. The 'Duesies' (Doozies) were the most advanced American vehicles of their time in engineering innovation and aesthe...

Gotcha...I guess we need a tincture of time

By: mkt33 : March 7th, 2010-11:11

to tell whether or not these relationships will create worthy watches. Cheers, Mike