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December 7, 2017
Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph | MONTBLANC
MONTBLANC
Unwavering Precision and Robustness
Vintage-Inspired Latest Chronograph of 2018
The Montblanc TimeWalker collection draws inspiration from the glory and essence of motor racing, offering a new professional-grade timepiece for today's man. Presented as a pre-SIHH 2018 release, this new model features a design reminiscent of classic car dashboards, precise professional-grade functions, and a durable, tough chronograph.
Text by OZAKI Sayaka
Featuring an iconic panda dial with a new chronograph mechanism
The "TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph" has been unveiled, inheriting the legacy of "Minerva," a legendary stopwatch brand that was adopted in numerous world-class races, particularly in motorsport timing and rally timekeeping, earning the absolute trust of professionals.
Minerva was integrated into the Montblanc manufacture in 2006, and its spirit, along with its renowned mechanics and exterior, has been carried forward.
The new "Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph" features a new chronograph mechanism and is characterized by its iconic three-counter "panda" dial. The panda dial, with its black counters against a white background, was a trend in the 1960s and '70s and evokes the design of classic racing car dashboards. The dial, framed by 5-minute markers, is treated with Super-LumiNova® for high legibility day or night.
The rhodium-plated dauphine hands (hour and minute hands) and the red chronograph hand both carry on Minerva's legacy. The case is made of stainless steel with a scratch-resistant satin finish, maintaining the robustness that was highly valued in the world of motorsport.
The fixed black bezel with a tachymeter scale is crafted from high-tech black ceramic, further enhancing its robustness and durability. Details such as the semi-skeletonized lugs, which curve like the lightweight body design of a car, and the large crown, reminiscent of a vintage car's radiator cap, express a reverence for motor racing.
The movement is equipped with Caliber MB25.10. Its operation, visible through the smoked glass on the case back, is reminiscent of a V12 engine. It also features a classic horizontal coupling and a stop-seconds mechanism to improve accuracy when setting the time.
The strap can be chosen from a stainless steel bracelet that complements the traditional feel of the panda dial, or an aged calfskin strap in vintage brown Sfumato leather.
The Montblanc TimeWalker exudes a vintage charm while simultaneously presenting a modern impression. It will seamlessly integrate into all aspects of life, whether in business or during leisure time.
Montblanc TimeWalker Manufacture Chronograph
Movement | Automatic Chronograph
Caliber | MB25.10
Case Material | SS (Satin Finish)
Case Diameter | 43 mm
Case Back | Sapphire Crystal (Smoked Finish)
Strap Material | Calfskin (Original from Montblanc's Pelletteria leather workshop in Florence)
Water Resistance | 10 bar
Price | Undisclosed
Contact Information
Montblanc Contact Center
0120-39-4810
http://www.montblanc.com

