MONTBLANC – 1858 Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019
Montblanc donates a one-of-a-kind timepiece of
its 1858 product line to actively sustain Only Watch 2019
Only Watch Partnership
Montblanc is proud to continue its support of Only Watch in the fight against Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness.
Now presenting its
8th Edition, Only Watch is a biennale auction of unique timepieces created by some of the finest brands that have raised over
40 million Euros to date. Under the patronage of
HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, and following the initiative of
Luc Pettavino, President of the
Association Monégasque contre
les Myopathies,
Only Watch is an international watchmaking charity event. The auction unites watchmakers from both the large groups and small independents who all express their creativity and generosity through great timepieces crafted from the heart.
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All of the funds collected from the sale of the watches are donated in their entirety to scientific and medical research units working on neuromuscular diseases in general and on Duchenne muscular dystrophy in particular.
“
We are honoured to be part of this amazing charity event, that stands up for such a special cause, uniting some of the world’s leading watchmakers”, says
Nicolas Baretzki, Montblanc CEO. “
The biennial charity auction established itself as a celebration of watchmaking traditions and expertise, giving collectors and connoisseurs the opportunity to own a truly unique watch, while supporting this honourable cause.”
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The watches will embark on a world tour on
September 25th 2019, starting at the
Monaco Yacht show in the charity’s hometown, and then continuing to
Dubai, Paris, London, New York, Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong and
Taipei, before the final auction in
Geneva on November 9th 2019. The auction is organized in partnership with
Christies and will take place at the
Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues in
Geneva.
The Montblanc 1858
Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019
Precise, legible and robust, the legendary professional
Minerva watches were conceived for military use and exploration. Inspired by these historical timepieces, the
Montblanc 1858 product line pays tribute to the
Minerva Manufacture’s heritage. “
The 1858 Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019 is a refined chronograph complication, quite rare and incredibly rooted into the story of Minerva. This execution inside the 1858 product line represents the state of the art of our high-end hand-made hand-finished watchmaking offer” says
Davide Cerrato,
Montblanc Managing Director Watch Division.
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In the spirit of mountain exploration,
Montblanc reinterprets an historical
Minerva military monopusher chronograph from the
1930’s with the one-of-a kind
1858 Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019. For the first time,
Montblanc unveils a wristwatch which combines a 44 mm case in full satin-finished titanium grade-two, the hand-crafted
Montblanc Manufacture Monopusher Chronograph calibre MB M16.31, a brand-new matching Sfumato alligator strap and a special dial made of degraded blue Agate, a natural stone, giving an unique blue appearance – all those elements making it the ideal watch for collectors.
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Like on the original timepiece, the unique piece features a telemeter scale that runs around the dial, which was a typical feature on the legendary
Minerva chronographs. A telemeter makes it possible to measure the distance of a phenomenon which is both visible and audible, like the lightning and thunder in a storm.
A tachymeter scale (base
1000) is also visible at the centre of the dial in a “
colimaçon” (snail shape), which allows the user to measure a length of time up to three minutes instead of one minute in a traditional chronograph scale around the dial. The tachymeter scale is to show the speed of a moving object, such as a car, over a known distance.
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Additionally, the
Montblanc engineers has developed a “rattrapante” (split second) complication that allows the owner to measure intermediate times without interrupting the ongoing measurement of a longer elapsing time. The “
rattrapante” can be admired through the sapphire glass of the case back like on traditional timepiece with such a function.
The timepiece features the historical design codes taken from the original
1930s Minerva chronograph including large cathedral hands with a cloisonné design filled with white Super-LumiNova® and luminescent Arabic numerals. Other design details include the original
Montblanc logo from the
1930s era with its historical font and emblem of the
Mont Blanc Mountain in the centre. For utmost visibility, the chronograph indications are displayed with a black-rhodium-coated central chronograph second hand, a red-coloured split second hand to measure a second time interval and a chronograph minute counter at three o'clock.
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On the case back, the sapphire crystal reveals the beauty of the
Montblanc Manufacture monopusher chronograph
Calibre MB M16.31, that features two column wheels, a horizontal coupling, a power reserve of
50 hours and a large screwed balance beating at the traditional frequency of
18,000 semi-oscillations per hour. The
Montblanc Manufacture in
Villeret is part of only a select group of Maisons that possess the know-how to produce the hairspring internally allowing to have one of the largest screwed balance wheel. The movement takes its inspiration from the original
Minerva calibre 17.29 developed in the
1930s, that was used for both pocket watches and wristwatches. This calibre is recognisable thanks to its handcrafted finishings -
Côtes de Genève stripes, inner angles, circular graining and bevelling – as well as its fine details such as the
Minerva arrow and the chronograph bridge shaped in the form of a “
V” whose design was protected in
1912.
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In order to guarantee the performance of the
1858 Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019, it undergoes over
500 hours of simulated wear, with specific testing and controls under real-life conditions.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model:
Montblanc 1858 Split Second Chronograph Only Watch 2019
Ident.
125558
Movement
Montblanc Manufacture Calibre MB M16.31
Type of movement: Manually wound monopusher chronograph with split second, tachymeter and telemeter
Chronograph: Monopusher with two column-wheels (one for the chronograph and one for the split second) and horizontal coupling
Dimensions: Diameter = 38.4 mm; height = 8.13 mm
Number of components: 286
Number of rubies: 25
Power reserve: Approx. 50 hours
Balance: Screw balance, diameter = 14.5 mm; moment of inertia = 59 mgcm²
Frequency: 18,000 A/h (2.5 Hz)
Hairspring: With
Phillips terminal curve
Plate: Rhodium-plated german silver with circular graining on both sides
Bridges: Rhodium-plated german silver with “Côtes de Genève”
Going-train: Gold-plated, faceted arms, diamond polished surfaces
Displays: Hours and minutes from the center
Small seconds at “9 o’clock”
Chronograph’s elapsed-second and split-second hands from the dial’s center
Counter for 30 elapsed minutes at “3 o’clock”
Tachymeter and telemeter scales
Habillage
Case
Satin-finished titanium
Crystal: Scratch-resistant, domed sapphire, antireflective crystal, anti-magnetized treatment
Back: Screwed titanium case back with inset pane of sapphire crystal and
Only Watch special engraving
Dimensions: Diameter = 44 mm; height = 14.55 mm
Crown: Titanium with Montblanc Emblem in raised relief
Pushers: Monopusher chronograph integrated into the crown and one pusher at 2 o’clock for the split-second
Watertightness: 3 bar
Dial
Agate stone dial with white Arabic numerals with Super-LumiNova® coating,
black rhodium-plated luminescent hour-hand and minute-hands,
black rhodium-plated central chronograph and second hand,
red-colored split-second hand, historical
Montblanc emblem at 12 o’clock,
tachymeter scale on the central part of the dial and telemeter on the exterior of the dial
Wristband
Sfumato blue alligator-skin with beige stitching
- Limitation: Unique to Only 1 -Pieces for Only Watch
Certified by the
Montblanc Performance Test 500
(* Super-LumiNova® is not a trademark owned by Montblanc)
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WHERE CAN I SEE
THE ONLY WATCH COLLECTION
BEFORE THE AUCTION?
ONLY WATCH UNVEILS THE 50 UNIQUE
WATCHES THAT WILL BE AUCTIONED FOR THE 8TH EDITION OF THE BIENNIAL
CHARITY AUCTION TO BENEFIT RESEARCH ON DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY
Under the High Patronage of
H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and due to the initiative of
Luc Pettavino, President of the Association Monégasque Contre les Myopathies,
ONLY WATCH is proud to unveil today the names of the
52 watch brands participating in the
8th edition of the biennial charity auction benefitting research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, as well as the
50 lots that will be auctioned.
This exceptional and unparalleled project supports the battle against a devastating myopathy that affects
1 in
3000 male births on the planet by funding research.
It is expected, this year again, to become the most talked-about topic in the watchmaking industry.
“
I am grateful to all the watchmaking groups and independent brands participating in this 2019 ONLY WATCH
edition demonstrating dedication and heart through their creativity and
craftmanship for this year’s auction which promises to be, once again,
record-breaking”, says
Luc Pettavino.
These
52 brands
will offer sought-after rarities that can be accessed nowhere else.
Unique pieces showcasing the best savoir-faire in the horology world in
all of its diversity.
For the second time
Christie’s is
the auctioneer of choice on
November 9 when the
50 one-of-a-kind
timepieces will be auctioned at the
Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues at 2
pm (UTC+1).
“
Christie’s is looking forward working once more closely with the Association Monégasque contre les Myopathies on their 8th edition of ONLY WATCH, under the guidance of Luc Pettavino.
On behalf of Christie’s, I would like to extend my sincere Thank You to
all involved in making this project a priority and to be present on 9
November in Geneva to compete for one – or more – of the 50 unique and specially made timepieces for ONLY WATCH”, commented Earl of Snowdon,
Honorary Chairman Christie’s EMEA
Ahead of the auction, this unprecedented watch collection will be exhibited to the public from
25 September 2019 to
9 November 2019, in
10 different cities around the world. This world tour will be starting in
Monaco, during (and on the site of) the
Monaco Yacht Show.
- Monaco 25 to 28 September at the Monaco Yacht show
- Dubai 1 to 3 October at Christie’s in association with Seddiqi
- Paris 7 to 8 October at Christie’s
- London 11 to 13 October at Christie’s
- New York 16 to 17 October at Christie’s
- Tokyo 22 to 23 October at Christie’s
- Singapore 25 to 26 October at Malmaison by the Hour Glass
- Hong Kong 28 to 29 October at Christie’s
- Taipei 30 to 31 October at Christie’s
- Geneva 7 to 9 November at Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues
Since its creation in
2005,
ONLY WATCH has raised over
CHF40 million.
Again, 100% of the proceeds achieved with the 8th edition of the
charity auction will be directly invested in scientific and medical
research on neuromuscular diseases in general and on Duchenne muscular
dystrophy in particular. An achievement made possible by to the generous
donation and participation of the
52 watch brands, the partners
offering a variety of services and logistical support, the media
offering substantial coverage and, of course, the auctioneer,
Christie’s.
“
With ONLY WATCH everyone
creates beauty to do good, meaning in this case supporting the work of
dozens of researchers around the world, financing studies, purchasing
material, creating biotech companies in the chemistry and biology
sector… to bring this science to the clinic and one day maybe to find a
cure. We have done a lot already and are conscious that there is still
much to be done and that this initiative needs, more than ever, help and
support.”
Luc Pettavino.
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