Allure and Controversy

KMII,

Thanks for the report.

As I understand, there is no difference in the front of the UNICEF watches as the secret logo is on the case back, allowing discreet support for the Cause by the watch owner.

Well, except that the Chinese characters might give it away...unless there have been "regular" models with Chinese writing before?

That is the allure part.

The controversy has been mutterings amongst some commentators (usually fans of rival brands) that the Montblanc pricing policy is "killing" the competition

Some even point to it as a 'contributory' factor to the poor state of the luxury watch industry.

I think it is the chicken or egg situation or "pot calling the kettle black"......

Regards,

MTF

Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum UNICEF

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-00:53

"Orbis terrarum liber est, et illi qui non commeant modo unam paginam legunt" (The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page) Augustini de Trinitate Liber IV The production of the first ‘modern’ world map – the Typus Orbis Terrarum – ...

Hello, K !.. Thx for your comprehensive post, also encompassing prev ones by Robin, for some deeper insight into MB's efforts & recent family of WT's !

By: hs111 : April 27th, 2017-01:16

Agree, that the attractive appeal f a bit of a smaller size, may well attract some buyers. Finally, the policy of still decent retail prize levels remain alluring and pretty unmatched in this WT world. IMO, MB is nicely cultivating its WT imprint on that ...

Thanks a lot, HS!

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-02:14

I fully agree that Montblanc offers spectacular value in the area of world timers. And that this combination is very appealing And it is definitely an endorsement if you consider adding one in addition to the Geophysic UT!!

Thx again, K for your kind comments & the instructive post !.. :)) [nt]

By: hs111 : April 27th, 2017-02:24

I will endeavour to get to Robin's and Mike's level :)

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-02:26

Thanks for your support!

I have no doubts, you will achieve that easily !.. You're doing an absolutely fine job !.. Bravo & keep going ! :)) [nt]

By: hs111 : April 27th, 2017-02:28

Thanks :) [nt]

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-02:29

Thanks for the review, K. Yes, I like the combination of this dial with the 41 mm case. The O.T is definitely a watch to consider...

By: amanico : April 27th, 2017-01:58

For what it is... Fairly priced, friendly complication, and nice looking. Best, Nicolas

Thanks Nico!

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-02:18

Definitely a great version, as you say

Thanks for the nice report K

By: crown comfort : April 27th, 2017-04:48

The Montblanc WT OT is indeed a very cool watch that is an overall great package. From what I can say, photos doe not justice. I have seen it in the flesh on another wearer and it looks really cool. I think the best feature is the coloured worldmap and th...

Wish that home at 12 was more common ;)

By: KMII : April 27th, 2017-07:11

Thanks for the kind words, CC Agree with your 12 o'clock suggestion - not a hard change to make, really. Now if one could shorten the work day accordingly...