Konstantinos
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First signs of Jerome's technical emphasis
Feb 01, 2015,05:24 AM
First of all, great review and pictures, Robin; many thanks for sharing.
A few comments from my end:
I have been following MB's development of a solid range of timepieces over the last few years - the Villeret ExoTourbillon Chrono certainly exceeds any expectation, at least for this year. While I do try to read and learn more about the brand, I feel that the move of Jerome from leading JLC to now leading MB will certainly 'lift up' MB at least with respect with the technologies developed and applied in their timepieces.
Jerome pushed JLC quite a bit while at their helm, and the Villeret ExoT Chrono from MB is now another clear indication of his 'touch' for a new direction for the brand (without of course omitting or leaving behind other areas/lines of the brand).
My take is that dial-wise the watch remains to be appreciated fully; I believe that for such a wonderful timepiece its strong points shine much after just the acquaintance or purchase opportunity. The sides and back of the case remind me slightly of the curvy concepts by PP, and the depth and detail of finishing in the movement bring MB even further ahead to a league which has few yet traditionally very strong contenders.
I suppose the size may be a limiting factor for some, however this is not a watch for every day wear; therefore it is rather preferable to be distinctive from a number of sides than trying to limit creativity in order to be substantially marketable.
Once again many thanks for the lovely review - I hope at the MB boutique (Orchard, opposite Robinsons) they still have a copy; working only 2 minutes (on foot) away from them makes me hard to resist paying a visit early this week!
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Montblanc Villeret ExoTourbillon Chronograph
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : January 30th, 2015-23:42
Montblanc released the new Heritage Chronometrie ExoTourbillon Minute Chronograph during SIHH 2015. This is another example of the collaboration between the 2 manufactures of Montblanc, the manufactures in Villeret and in LeLocle, something which Montblan...
Agree Nico
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : January 31st, 2015-19:46
44mm will be better. I'm also looking forward to seeing the new Montblanc Heritage Chronometrie ExoTourbillon Minute Chronograph. Want to try it for size! Cheers Robin
Thank you in advance Nico!
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : February 1st, 2015-05:45
:) I really look forward ! :)) I like the Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum too! Cheers Robin
First signs of Jerome's technical emphasis
By: Konstantinos : February 1st, 2015-05:24
First of all, great review and pictures, Robin; many thanks for sharing. A few comments from my end: I have been following MB's development of a solid range of timepieces over the last few years - the Villeret ExoTourbillon Chrono certainly exceeds any ex...
First of all, Warm Welcome to PuristSPro Konstantinos !
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : February 1st, 2015-05:36
Glad you have joined our community here! Like you, I believe Mr Lambert will and already has made a big impact on Montblanc's watch category development. The ExoTourbillon was developed before he joined the firm as their CEO. However it is now available n...
Thanks
By: dylan61 : February 1st, 2015-05:32
for the detailed and well written report Robin. Have to echo that at 47mm, this would not be a piece for everybody, including myself who can't boast a large wrist. However it is still interesting to see how far MB has come, in producing what is undoubtedl...
Perhaps a 40mm MB Villeret one day...
By: orangedial : February 1st, 2015-08:47
Great review, Robin! The watch has beautiful curves and nice classical look, although the myriads of elements on the dial are rather distracting for a regulator watch which by right should provide a clear and precise manner of time-telling to its wearer. ...
Fully agree Bro
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : February 1st, 2015-20:16
I also think a 40mm version will be even more appealing. Can fit more wrist size and appear a lot more elegant. I think that Montblanc Villeret traditionally favored large movements to show off their finishing skills :) Larger movements are generally more...