Tropicana Jul-Aug 2020 #131 The Beauty Issue

Spirit Of Adventure
The Montblanc 1858 Automatic 24H is surely one of the
most unique models the luxury brand has ever brought
to the market. The most striking and unusual bit about
the watch is its one-handed display, which indicates time
via a 24-hour cycle. The design of the watch also borrows
heavily from the compass with the hand replicated to look
like a pointer needle with the dial itself featuring a map of
the northern hemisphere and 24 meridian lines. Arriving
in a 42mm brushed steel case fitted with a bronze alloy
bezel, the 1858 Automatic 24H is paired with a choice of
a steel bracelet, a cognac-coloured leather strap, or a black
nylon NATO band.
Dressed To Impress
Carrying an Art Deco motif, the Baume & Mercier
Hampton Automatic carries with it a retro-20s vibe that is
easily paired with any ensemble. Featuring two case sizes
(48mm x 31mm and 43mm x 27.5mm), the timepiece is
perfectly suited for wrists big and small. The larger model
however does feature a small seconds at 6 o’clock, along
with a date window. Both however are beautifully designed
with a rectangular case with rounded edges along with an
opaline-silver dial with black ruthenium sword-shaped
hands. Each timepiece is also equipped with an exhibition
case back, allowing the owner to admire the automatic
movement ticking within. A black alligator strap ties the
whole ensemble neatly together.
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