Montblanc’s new 1858 Minerva Unveiled Monopusher Chronograph features five case-side apertures in transparent crystal for viewing of the exceptional hand-finished manually wound movement. The new 291-part caliber MB M17.26 has been created in-house with an architectural eye to allow for light and dimension. In fact, the functions of the caliber have been flipped over so that they can be enjoyed from the front (dial-less) side. To bring the chronograph functions to the forefront, the watchmakers have built the movement on pillars, so the wearer can view its beauty not just from the front and sapphire caseback but also from the five apertures. Just 100 pieces will be made.
Details
Company | Montblanc |
Price ($) | 39,500 |
Awards | Top New Watches |
Price range | < $100,000 |
Carrats | 18K |
Gender | Unspecified |
Case | Round |
Complications | Hours Minutes Seconds Chronograph Small Seconds |
Water Resistance | 30m |
Movement | Manual |
Power Reserve Range (hours) | 49 - 72 |
Power Reserve | 50 hours |
Case Size | Large (>39mm) |
Case Diameter (mm) | 43 |
Case Height (mm) | 15 |
Case Back | Engraved |
Case Colour | Stainless Steel |
Case Material | Stainless Steel White Gold |
Dial Colour | Clear |
Dial Material | Sapphire |
Luminosity | Luminosity |
Limited Edition | Limited edition |
Caliber | MB M17.26 |
Reference Number | 133296 |
From the beginning stages of its production process to final finishes, Montblanc aims to objectify time in a way that is accommodating to the present-day consumer but that also anticipates and accommodates future generation wearers.Fusing craftsmanship from across Europe, Montblanc makes its writing instruments in Hamburg, imports its leather goods from France and timepieces from Switzerland to offer the best possible products in every category. This unification of spheres transpires into its watches.Whether moving with automatic or chronograph motion, Montblanc's watches astound through their accuracy and precision. The brand's Summit Lite Smartwatch opens new opportunities to be active through its sprightly aluminum structure and stripped rubber straps. Paired with activity apps, users can spend time efficiently, easily being able to track their progress and meet targets. In a converse but equally agile manner, the Geosphere Limited Edition, which was purposed for military use and exploration, is similarly dependable, while other lines such as the 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date and Star Legacy Full Calendar also promote harmony with the Earth's elements.