Montblanc and the Minerva heritage: Chronograph VD 712
Hi Robin and fellow Montblac members, As we all know, Montblanc have a rich heritage from Minerva when it comes to wrist watches and especially chronographs! So, I like to share my Minerva chronograph reference VD 712 here in the Montblac forum. The Miner...
That is a nice piece of History you have, here.
A nice chrono, but this is its history which makes a huge difference, I must say. When it comes to Minerva Chronos, I am only hunting those who house Minerva movements, which I personally find more interesting than the more common Valjoux 72. But I also h...
The Swedish connection and history....
Was what made me hunt this one! :) Thank you, my friend. Still Swedish MIL watches are less than some other countries... The interesting thing is that since Sweden always had a small military, not many watches around! Like the big Lemania chrono - 400 in ...
Yes, the big Lemania Chrono is quite hard to find...
I missed a few of them, sadly. Best, Nicolas
Blue hands + patina
is a killer combo. I am very much a fan of this. Thanks for sharing my friend!
Well, indeed.. A really nice Chrono, although in general I like dials with a bit more contrast, although on the 3rd shot in the palm, that also looks very much ok !..
Just on the first 2 pics light appears to influence this differently. This, however, should in no way "belittle" this piece.. Its patinated appeal & the design lines are obviously carrying enough DNA to reach up for today.. Thx for sharing.. One more in t...
I guess the "no chrono boy" is gone....! ;)
Thank you, my friend. Will show you next time we meet. Best Blomman
I love your vintage Minerva chronograph Blomman!
a PuristS watch indeed! The patina on the dial is to die for. Even a non vintage guy like me can see how beautiful the patina color is on this dial :) Thanks for the lovely post. I will show to the Montblanc Villeret watchmaker and see if he can find answ...
Please do!
Thank you, Robin - a pleasure to finally be a part of this great Montblac forum! Best Blomman
Great post!
It's always fun to read about historical pieces; and especially meaningful ones to the writer. And chronographs are always great to look at.
Thank you, Padj! :)
Yes, the history adds the "little extra" to this sweet chrono! Best Blomman