Horological Meandering

Just back home from a magnificent day in Switserland This morning we went to Wevelgem where a private jet was waiting for us This was a jet owned by Richemont and we feel very privileged that we got the chance th fly with it. I'm sure this is something no...

I never considered a MB watch. But Robin lat me play with his Villeret chronograph in Singapore and now your post. Perhaps I should consider... Your post was one belonging to the group "Great Posts". Thank you. Best, Kari

would I buy an expensive montblanc if I can have a Lange or patek for the same price Well in fact, some look much better than for example a datograph and they cost A LOT LESS. So just like me I think you ne d to take a closer look at them....it will chang...

but I am scared to take such a step. Especially after playing a bit with Robins chronograph. Best, Kari

So called prestigious brands. Here is what I call a movement finishing... Really impressive. Best, and thanks for this supersonic report. ;) Nicolas

the finishing is unbelievable The 13/20 months cement for example is one of the best I know

Cal 17 - 29 CH I just have to check with MB if they can restore the case and the movement... Best, Nicolas ...

mighty weapon ;) Minerva Chrono is one of best looking movements ever made What was the watch that pilot was wearing? Best D

lol Something from the richemont group but not a montblanc... A Cartier ballon bleu

... it was a fantastic day. Montblanc inhering one of the finest manufacturers of movements. Exepionally skilled and driven people. Thanks again for a great experience. One happy pen owner :-) ...

...and I guess P@trick should be hidden not far somewhere :p I discovered several Villeret pieces 3 years ago and realised what Minerva was about when integrated to Montblanc. You did a very nice job and I think that Swiss customs start to know you now :)...

I hoped to fly under the radar on this one !! but helas :) ...

In the future.

the crappy iPhone pictures!

Is the pen a fountain one? Best! Marcelo

not a fountain pen but nevertheless a SUPERB gift I write with pens and FP so I will use this pen with pleasure And writing with it will always remind me to that day

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Sounds like you had a fantastic time! My little old Minerva cal. 48 says hi and bows in reverence at the quality of what's being done today. Now - you show a time-only watch, with a small hour register - I've just looked at Montblanc's website and it's NO...

don't know which one you mean

It brings together a few of my loves - Minerva (that reference at four o'clock is tiny!) and hand-guilloched dials (see the text opposite, at eight). I'd love to see what the movement looks like. I'm not quite sure about the dial arrangement yet, and I'd ...

indeed, at 4 o'clock ' Minerva 1858' and at 8 'Guilloche main Suisse' Cal 16.18 limited to 8 pieces 47mm detour-à-zero fonction ( easier to set the watch with down to the second precision. Pull out the crown and the second hand jumps to zero and stays the...

Lovely movement - check. Hunter caseback - check. But only 8 pieces! What a shame... Thanks! Best E.

It's always nice to see where these beauties are created, specially the very nice Minerva movements. Thanks for the tour. Vte

What's interesting also is the "Minerva Villeret" printed on the movement. I remember a couple years ago it was "Montblanc Villeret". Could be mistaken but I think it's appropriate to use the Minerva name as a "subsidiary" to the Montblanc ownership. Than...

So far all the Montblanc Villeret watches still follow this tradition. Here is my Calibre 13.21 Y bridge Cheers Robin ...

the works! Thanks so much! I am very glad to see that Minerva has landed in such apparently enthusiastic and supportive hands, they had some very difficult years early on this century. Here is one of mine, almost their last hurrah in the year 2000 ...

Thanks for sharing! Cheers Robin

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Now the Montblanc Movement and Innovation excellence center. Love your photos and definitely the Villeret watches are ever so charming ! Thanks for the report Bruno! I have been in New York for work the past week and have been wearing my Montblanc Villere...

Thanks for it! I didn't know, that Minerva still has a lot of parts: dials, hands, movements etc. I wish they awaken again their legendary watches under their own brand's name: MINERVA. As I see their stock of parts, it won't be impossible... I missed onl...

Hope Montblanc is listening to us here :) Doesn't hurt to have some Limited Editions of Minerva on the dial :) Cheers robin

I know how hard great pictures can be to take in situ, yours are amazing! Thank you, and thanks to MontBlanc for continuing to impress and tantalize us watch obssssed!

what a great report you did!! I wonder what it takes to have a private tour like that!!!

Thanks for this wonderful trip report, a reminder of Montblanc's unsurpassed hospitality! The Villeret facility is such a magical place. Did you gain any intelligence on new developments? Have they worked the bugs out of the Geospheres, and any update on ...

I can tell that 2 of the people who joined the trip bought this super nice watch (steel blue dial) ...

I was there in Villeret by myself for an incredible tour back in 2013 together with an elegent lunch joined by Mr. Cabbidu in the penthouse overlooking the beautiful town and fields in the distance. You succeeded in capturing the history, superb watchmaki...

Seems like a lot of fun... Best,