collection Montblanc 1858

The Montblanc 1858 collection was launched in 2015, inspired by the rich history of Minerva. Which is a Swiss watchmaking company founded in 1858, which Montblanc acquired. It would have been more logical to recreate the Minerva brand instead of making it a model line, we think.

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Anyway, the collection pays tribute to Minerva’s heritage of crafting precision instruments for military and exploration use. It draws heavily on the vintage aesthetic of Minerva’s historic timepieces, combining modern functionality with a design rooted in the past.

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Key design elements of the 1858

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The 1858 collection focuses on rugged, outdoor-ready watches that echo the spirit of exploration. Montblanc infused the collection with key design elements from Minerva’s archives, such as large cathedral hands, bold Arabic numerals, and vintage-inspired dials. These features reflect the robust, legible timepieces Minerva produced for military use.

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Over the years, the 1858 collection has expanded to include a range of complications, from simple time-only models to chronographs, GMT/world timers, and even geosphere watches designed for global adventurers.

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Montblanc 1858 collection