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red.earth · 26 August 2015, 01:40 AM

Hi All

Any recommendations for where to go in the UK for the best price on one of these little Montblanc beauties?

http://www.montblanc.com/en-gb/colle...ltra-slim.html

I've managed to find one for 19.5% off so far.

Thanks gents.

Adam

wantonebad · 26 August 2015, 01:52 AM

Man even with a good discount I'd have a hard time buying a Montblanc brand new retail, it's an immediate hit you won't recover because their resale is so tough.

It's a nice looking piece and I like it, it's just that I would rather pay a little more for a JLC or maybe a little less for a Hamilton. JMHO

red.earth · 26 August 2015, 02:15 AM

Fair point, Marc. I'm just not keen on used watches and the price is (relatively) so low to start with that I don't feel I stand to lose too much, should I ever need to part with it... not that I've any intention of ever getting rid of it.

I've wanted a JLC Master Ultra Thin for years, but this little gem is just as beautiful (in my opinion) but for a quarter of the price. Bit of a bargain, in my book

jjnd08 · 26 August 2015, 02:46 AM

I think these are great value prop watches. I really like the one similar to this in RG.

I would personally just Google the piece and look for the cheapest price I could find from a grey dealer.

red.earth · 26 August 2015, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

I think these are great value prop watches. I really like the one similar to this in RG.

I would personally just Google the piece and look for the cheapest price I could find from a grey dealer.

They do seem to be incredible value for money, that's for sure! I'd like both the steel and gold ones, if I'm honest. Better stick to steel for now though!

Since it's so new, they don't seem to be so readily available so I think 19.5% discount is about the best I shall be able to achieve. Not too bad at all...

jjnd08 · 26 August 2015, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

They do seem to be incredible value for money, that's for sure! I'd like both the steel and gold ones, if I'm honest. Better stick to steel for now though!

Since it's so new, they don't seem to be so readily available so I think 19.5% discount is about the best I shall be able to achieve. Not too bad at all...

Are they even out yet? I didn't see any for sale on a quick Google search.

Maybe they are in the boutiques?

red.earth · 26 August 2015, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Are they even out yet? I didn't see any for sale on a quick Google search.

Maybe they are in the boutiques?

They are available to buy from Montblanc's UK website, although I notice they're not available from their US one. Since they were only announced in May this year, I suppose we shouldn't be too surprised.

The dealer I've been in touch with said it'll take 15 days to arrive - presumably from his supplier elsewhere in Europe. Right now, it's all I can do to not call him and place the order...

jjnd08 · 26 August 2015, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

They are available to buy from Montblanc's UK website, although I notice they're not available from their US one. Since they were only announced in May this year, I suppose we shouldn't be too surprised.

The dealer I've been in touch with said it'll take 15 days to arrive - presumably from his supplier elsewhere in Europe. Right now, it's all I can do to not call him and place the order...

I think your patience will be financially rewarded if you can hold off another few months until they are readily available.

red.earth · 26 August 2015, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

I think your patience will be financially rewarded if you can hold off another few months until they are readily available.

But where's the fun in that??

I think if the watch cost many thousands I'd find it relatively easy to wait, but since it's not hugely expensive to start with any further discount isn't going to amount to a great deal.

M u s t r e s i s t...

jjnd08 · 26 August 2015, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

But where's the fun in that??

I think if the watch cost many thousands I'd find it relatively easy to wait, but since it's not hugely expensive to start with any further discount isn't going to amount to a great deal.

M u s t r e s i s t...

I can see your point.

red.earth · 26 August 2015, 06:33 PM

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I can see your point.

You seem, unless I'm very much mistaken, to be encouraging me to make the call

jjnd08 · 26 August 2015, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

You seem, unless I'm very much mistaken, to be encouraging me to make the call

Do it!

I'd love to see some live pics and get a forum member's review before I get one!

I really like the RG.

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red.earth · 27 August 2015, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Do it!

I'd love to see some live pics and get a forum member's review before I get one!

I really like the RG.

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Er... I seem to have done it. Clock is ticking...
:D

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jjnd08 · 27 August 2015, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

Er... I seem to have done it. Clock is ticking...
:D

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Did you get the SS or RG? Did they give you a timeframe of when to expect it?

Make sure you post up pics when you get it!

red.earth · 27 August 2015, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Did you get the SS or RG? Did they give you a timeframe of when to expect it?

Make sure you post up pics when you get it!

SS and I've got 15 days to wait. Could've been 6 weeks if I'd gone elsewhere!

I think I might run out of articles and pictures in the meantime :-)

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kilyung · 27 August 2015, 02:35 AM

Great looking piece! I'm thinking of getting a MB myself. However I'd get JLC Master Ultra Thin you want. Near identical styling for just a little more.

witch watch · 27 August 2015, 02:36 AM

Damn, that's nice! Do we know if they are inhouse? I'd seriously consider one of these if I could get one under 1000.

jjnd08 · 27 August 2015, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

SS and I've got 15 days to wait. Could've been 6 weeks if I'd gone elsewhere!

I think I might run out of articles and pictures in the meantime :-)

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That's not too bad.

Looking forward to seeing the pics and hearing your review!

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witch watch · 27 August 2015, 04:35 AM

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Damn, that's nice! Do we know if they are inhouse? I'd seriously consider one of these if I could get one under 1000.

Seems it's an ETA 7001.

jjnd08 · 27 August 2015, 04:48 AM

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Seems it's an ETA 7001.

Aren't they a modified ETA movement?

I'm okay with that at these price points. Sounds similar with what Tudor was doing.

witch watch · 27 August 2015, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Aren't they a modified ETA movement?

I'm okay with that at these price points. Sounds similar with what Tudor was doing.

Not sure how much a modify over the rota and finishing and I agree for it's price point it's not bad at all. However at a discount I have seen a watch, admittedly, not quite as dressy, a bit larger with an in house silicon escapement, that I won't name for now as If I decide I like it enough I will be posting on the forum as my new arrival soon. If I don't I will be keeping a very sharp eye on this piece

red.earth · 27 August 2015, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Great looking piece! I'm thinking of getting a MB myself. However I'd get JLC Master Ultra Thin you want. Near identical styling for just a little more.

Since I'm going for the stainless steel version, Mike, the price difference is substantial (in the UK, at least) so I'm happier to give one of these a go. Plus, unless I'm mistaken, it's thinner than the Master Ultra Thin (I think).

I'll be sure to post photo's, of course.

From the various articles I've read so far, it seems to be widely regarded as an unmissable bargain. I'll share my initial thoughts as soon as it arrives.

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red.earth · 27 August 2015, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Aren't they a modified ETA movement?

I'm okay with that at these price points. Sounds similar with what Tudor was doing.

You're quite right, from what I've read, and since I'm happy with a Tudor Ranger I'm sure I'll have no concern about the thoroughly tried and tested movement in this beauty.

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witch watch · 27 August 2015, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

Plus, unless I'm mistaken, it's thinner than the Master Ultra Thin (I think)

It is by 0.5mm

red.earth · 27 August 2015, 05:08 AM

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It is by 0.5mm

So how could I possibly resist ;)

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witch watch · 27 August 2015, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

So how could I possibly resist ;)

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. Looking forward to your shots and feedback on it

Rodrigoa · 28 August 2015, 12:29 AM

this is a beautiful watch. But I agree with some comments and join more money for a JLC or IWC.
maybe I 'm prejudiced against some of the Montblanc watches.

red.earth · 28 August 2015, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by witch watch

. Looking forward to your shots and feedback on it

Just had a little bad news... Delay not 2 weeks but now 2 months, apparently. Seems it's just too new to be readily available. Hmm... What to do...?

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witch watch · 28 August 2015, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

Just had a little bad news... Delay not 2 weeks but now 2 months, apparently. Seems it's just too new to be readily available. Hmm... What to do...?

Sent from my phone

Bugger! That is a long wait

. If you like the look of it that much, I'd wait it out. Is that just for the availability for your source or in general? By that I mean can you at least try it on somewhere?

jjnd08 · 28 August 2015, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by red.earth

Just had a little bad news... Delay not 2 weeks but now 2 months, apparently. Seems it's just too new to be readily available. Hmm... What to do...?

Sent from my phone

Ouch, that is rough!

If you haven't put any money down, I'd stay on the list.

26 August 2015, 01:40 AM	#1
red.earth "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: UK Watch: 124273 Posts: 831	Uk: Montblanc heritage chronométrie ultra slim Hi All Any recommendations for where to go in the UK for the best price on one of these little Montblanc beauties? http://www.montblanc.com/en-gb/colle...ltra-slim.html I've managed to find one for 19.5% off so far. Thanks gents. Adam

26 August 2015, 01:52 AM	#2
wantonebad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,852	Man even with a good discount I'd have a hard time buying a Montblanc brand new retail, it's an immediate hit you won't recover because their resale is so tough. It's a nice looking piece and I like it, it's just that I would rather pay a little more for a JLC or maybe a little less for a Hamilton. JMHO __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

26 August 2015, 02:46 AM	#4
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	I think these are great value prop watches. I really like the one similar to this in RG. I would personally just Google the piece and look for the cheapest price I could find from a grey dealer. __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

26 August 2015, 02:15 AM	#3
red.earth "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: UK Watch: 124273 Posts: 831	Fair point, Marc. I'm just not keen on used watches and the price is (relatively) so low to start with that I don't feel I stand to lose too much, should I ever need to part with it... not that I've any intention of ever getting rid of it. I've wanted a JLC Master Ultra Thin for years, but this little gem is just as beautiful (in my opinion) but for a quarter of the price. Bit of a bargain, in my book

27 August 2015, 02:35 AM	#16
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,950	Great looking piece! I'm thinking of getting a MB myself. However I'd get JLC Master Ultra Thin you want. Near identical styling for just a little more.

27 August 2015, 02:36 AM	#17
witch watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: Milgauss GV Posts: 1,201	Damn, that's nice! Do we know if they are inhouse? I'd seriously consider one of these if I could get one under 1000.

28 August 2015, 12:29 AM	#27
Rodrigoa "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Brasil Posts: 2	this is a beautiful watch. But I agree with some comments and join more money for a JLC or IWC. maybe I 'm prejudiced against some of the Montblanc watches.

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