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Don't get me wrong about Moscow.
Feb 04, 2015,23:23 PM
It is a mandatory name for a WT, but they have to stick with their time zone, if not, your WT may not be exact. And since they are changing their mind quite often lastly... I wouldn't like to get an inexact world timer.
Best, Amigo.
Nicolas
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Montblanc SIHH 2015: Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum Comparative Review.
By: amanico : February 3rd, 2015-03:46
The new Montblanc World Time has a long, very long but poetic name: Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum, and provoked some strong and long discussions, when the first official pictures were posted. I am sorry to say, but the official pictures didn't give justi...
Montblanc. Hits 'sweet spot' with Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum
By: MTF : February 3rd, 2015-04:38
From this selection of world timer shortlisted, the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum hits the sweet spot of quality features vs price. That was their changeover mission statement 2 years ago and they have achieved it. People used to say to me, "if...
Which is very smart is that this Montblanc can be seen as a WT Tool Watch.
By: amanico : February 3rd, 2015-11:13
I agree with you on that analyzis. No fear, just pleasure. Some will regret the lack of second hand, some won't. The addition of poetry, with this special night and day indicator below the main dial is top, too. Yes, I think it is a smart offer from Montb...
I don't see a problem with the Vacheron ...
By: nilomis : February 3rd, 2015-05:16
"Cloning", after all we have only one Earth, but I really dislike (I know, I have OCD) the lack of a running seconds, like the Vacheron. If the MB had a running seconds, I could be on the line to get this one. Cheers, Nilo
To each ...
By: nilomis : February 3rd, 2015-12:32
his own madness. Cheers, Nilo
great analysis Nicolas
By: patrickh : February 3rd, 2015-05:17
I also consider this Montblanc "WT" as a tool "WT" and will consider to get one but with bracelet. Here are photos to illustrate my comment: The metal bracelet is very comfortable, for my small wrist. Well done Montblanc ;-))) BRs Patrickh ...
Your second picture shows something which is very interesting, and...
By: amanico : February 3rd, 2015-11:22
Which the press files pictures don't show: the depth of the dial. Which I find very interesting and well made. As for the bracelet, I don't share your love for it. I find it doesn't make the case looking more appealing. It enhances the thickness of the ca...
These photographs are most helpful. The original
By: timerider : February 3rd, 2015-13:49
release photographs looked they were cut out of a catalog and then rephotographed--FLAT. These photographs give a very three dimensional feel and the finish is quite nice, as Nicholas has shown too. I must say that this article, comments and the great Pho...
What an impressive cover for this watch :)
By: cisco : February 3rd, 2015-07:15
You're definitely right, a watch doesn't Need to cost a kidney to be interesting. The Tissot in steel is a great offer, and slim proportion is a quality compared to the others (VC and Montblanc especially). Only Patek has also good proportions. Now the lu...
Thanks for your very interesting feedback, François.
By: amanico : February 3rd, 2015-23:26
Some points: 1/ As for the lugs and case thickness, in the Duometre, the movement is pretty high. So it would be difficult to reduce the height. Maybe they can save one millimeter? I don't think they can go farther, here. For the Montblanc, they could go ...
Yes, completely agree with you....
By: Darren : February 3rd, 2015-19:52
I would really like the FC quite a bit if they did away with the date altogether. In fact, would be pretty close to the perfect "budget" world timer. But, I think the date would ultimately bother me too much..... Darren
I didn't include the FC because I didn't know this one!
By: amanico : February 4th, 2015-05:21
As for the second hand, I don't know, honestly. I was wondering if I liked second hand on the VC, and I don't have a firm opinion on that. I find that, WITHOUT, you gain in purity, maybe. AND since a world time is not dedicated to precision but to travels...
When I Hear The Term "Lambert Conic Map Projection", I Think...
By: elliot55 : February 3rd, 2015-12:49
... Wow, that guy Jerome sure is a busy bee, ain't he... Great post, Sir Nicolas. Very informative and straight to the point. Fact of the matter is that the Montblanc HSOT is a beauty and in the scheme of pricey world-timer pieces, this one is quite affor...
I couldn't resist about the Lambert projection map. ;)
By: amanico : February 4th, 2015-06:06
As for the Duometre UTT, it doesn't play in the same category because of: - Its price. - Its complication: One of te finest, if not THE finest Travel Time on the current market. ( Travel Time is not World Time, by the way ). - Its manual movement. When al...
Three Points That Are Totally...
By: elliot55 : February 4th, 2015-07:43
... SPOT ON! Now if we expand the category to include travel watches in general, the UTT wins hands down! Nothing like it anywhere! - Scott
Fantastic review my friend, with lots of details
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : February 4th, 2015-00:33
and comparisons! I love reading this review! Thanks alot Nico! I like this watch alot since I saw the press release. Your live pics during SIHH confirmed my liking for the looks of the watch, especially the dial. I am very much looking forward to seeing i...
Nicolas.....
By: Baron - Mr Red : February 4th, 2015-03:51
.....this is a superb review of not just the Montblanc but world timers generally. I am very seriously considering adding a world timer and your post here has come at a very opportune moment for me. I have to say, I have found myself looking at the Orbis ...
Very nice review and thoughts......
By: Sandgroper : February 4th, 2015-17:47
Thank you Nicolas, this is indeed a very interesting World Time watch. I love the way the continents/countries become darker as the night sets in. Very nice detail. I agree about the hands too but, unlike you, I find the outer minute ring pleasant, it doe...
Don't get me wrong about Moscow.
By: amanico : February 4th, 2015-23:23
It is a mandatory name for a WT, but they have to stick with their time zone, if not, your WT may not be exact. And since they are changing their mind quite often lastly... I wouldn't like to get an inexact world timer. Best, Amigo. Nicolas
That was a great comparative review
By: mkt33 : February 4th, 2015-19:31
It gives me a lot to think about. I don't have a Worldtimer in my collection amd I don't travel often enough to justify something with that specific complication...normally I just settle for a GMT. I recently just missed out on the Tissot. I was sore abou...
the more i look at the Orbis Terrarum .......
By: Baron - Mr Red : February 5th, 2015-08:03
.......the more that I feel that I will have to buy one. Like you, Nicolas, I have a small but growing world time collection. This watch would be my first Montblanc, but I have to say, I am now very seriously considering it. I have a very short list of mo...
Yes, you cannot see it as a competitor against Patek.
By: amanico : February 5th, 2015-12:57
But a nice complement. And to tell you all, I am close to getting one. Yes, it will be my first Montblanc, but hey, I am convinced. And I have the feeling we'll ont be the olny ones to get it! Best, Joe. Nicolas
I think this Montblanc will be a hit
By: ED209 : February 5th, 2015-19:19
Thanks NIcolas for such a thorough review of the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum. Very nice in-depth review and comparison to the usual suspects. I agree with you at the positive points. Very charming watch and I think it will be a hit for watch ...
Thanks for your kind words, kpk...
By: amanico : February 6th, 2015-08:43
Yes, you should consider it. First, have a look on this one in the real... Then, you will know! Best, Nicolas
Definitely one of the stars of the show...
By: patrick_y : April 7th, 2015-23:28
So far, the stars of the SIHH and Baselworld shows have been this Montblanc watch and the offerings at MB&F. And I'm so pleased that the Montblanc watch was made at an accessible price point for all. The movement is technically modular movement, but i...