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Montblanc 1858 Collection

SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION

Montblanc 1858 timepieces are designed as the tool watches for exploration, taking inspiration from the Minerva pocket watches and chronographs, and leaning into the global trend of enjoying the outdoors and our new-found relationship with nature.

TRUSTED COMPANIONS FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

These models are created for explorers who set their own challenges, express their own personal style and live authentic lifestyles.
"Directly rooted in the spirit of exploration with distinctive elements that
are reminiscent of the original Minerva chronographs from the 1930s."

History

Montblanc timepieces continue the legacy of over 160 years of Minerva’s history in fine watchmaking exploration.
  • 1912

    Taking inspiration from the beautify Swiss surroundings, the iconic V-shape bridge was born

  • 1912

    It featured the iconic V-shape bridge, a column wheel, a horizontal coupling and a 18,000 A/h frequency. 1912 : V-shape bridge design patented

  • 1920

    1920-30 Chronographs using: 19.09 and 17.29 calibres.

  • 1930

    In addition to the calibre 13.20, during the 1930s, the calibre 17.29 (17 lines/developed in 1929) was produced and was one of the slimmest monopusher chronographs of the time, measuring a mere 5.6 mm in height.

  • 1930

    Precise, legible, and robust for use in extreme conditions, the legendary professional Minerva watches from the 1920s and 1930s were conceived for military use. Minerva military chronograph from 1930.

Movement

FROM PAST TO PRESENT: The calibre MB M16.29, the modern interpretation of the 17.29, is handcrafted with the most refined codes of Haute Horlogerie in Villleret.

Limited Editions

MONTBLANC 1858 MONOPUSHER CHRONOGRAPH ORIGINS LIMITED EDITION 100

During the 1930's, Minerva developed a 46 mm military monopusher chronograph equipped with the calibre 19-09CH. Its large case was necessary in order to integrate the movement, which was originally intended for a pocket watch. The movement was so far ahead of its time, that even today it looks remarkably modern.
This year we are pleased to unveil the new 1858 Monopusher Chronograph Origins Limited Edition 100, honouring that legendary monopusher chronograph. Equipped with the calibre MB M16.29, this re-edition features a 46 mm case made of a special bronze alloy, a vintage style black dial with beige elements, and a matching brown Sfumato alligator strap.

MONTBLANC 1858 SPLIT SECOND CHRONOGRAPH LIMITED EDITION 18

The Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph Limited Edition 18 offers a new reinterpretation of the historical 46 mm Minerva military chronographs. Created for connoisseurs with a taste for vintage design, and crafted out of an innovative and exclusive 18 K gold alloy we’re calling Lime Gold, which veers towards a distinct, pale yellowy green, while delivering a truly vintage aesthetic.

MONTBLANC 1858 GEOSPHERE LIMITED EDITION 1858

With it’s two rotating hemispheres and in-house worldtime complication, the 1858 Geosphere is an key piece of the collection. And after ascending mountains, trekking forests, and exploring glaciers, this year's Montblanc 1858 Geosphere finds inspiration in the colours of the desert.
The new theme is a nod to Reinhold Messner’s 2004 solo trek across the Gobi Desert – 2000 kilometres of extreme temperatures and incredible adventure. To capture the rocky terrain's colour scheme, the timepiece harmoniously combines a fully micro-blasted bronze case, brown ceramic bezel, smoked brown to beige lacquered dial, and a matching vintage-brown calf strap

1858 Geosphere

Some of the best exploration takes place after the sun goes down, and that calls for a very special edition of the Montblanc 1858 Geosphere. To honour exhilarating nights out in the city, a distinct black coating is applied to the bare stainless steel case, and is then manually washed and brushed, giving every piece its own patina and appearance in the same way that every good urban adventure results in its own unforgettable moments.

Featured Complications

01 AUTOMATIC 24H WORLDTIMER

A manufacture timepiece with a new way of displaying the indication of the worldtime in a bold way with two recognizable turning discs representing the northern and southern hemispheres.

02 DAY & NIGHT

SuperLumiNova® has been applied to the face and dials for increased visibility and continuous performance during the day or at night.
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