aying tribute to the world’s first inking chronograph, the Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph stands as an embodiment of Montblanc’s dual heritage in writing instruments and horology. This year, the Maison continues to honour Nicolas Rieussec’s original ink-marking invention with a brand-new 43mm stainless steel model featuring an elegant green dial and a matching green interchangeable calf leather strap with a vertical sfumato design.

Since 2007, Montblanc has unveiled several editions of this special timepiece in a host of different materials, colours and styles. For this latest version, the Maison has chosen a 43mm stainless steel case that has been paired with an elegant green dial and a matching green interchangeable calf leather strap with a vertical sfumato design.

The new strap is just one of many elements that celebrate The City of Light in this timepiece. A graphic Clous de Paris motif on the dial originates from the geometric design of Paris’s cobbled streets. The motif, not uncommon in fine watchmaking, is continued onto the oscillating weight, enhancing the contemporary aesthetic of the timepiece. A mention in French of the “Académie des Sciences de Paris” is engraved on the flange, as a reminder that the academy validated Rieussec’s invention in 1821. The name “Chronographe Nicolas Rieussec” is also engraved at 12 o’clock.

This new strap has been specially designed by Montblanc Artistic Director Marco Tomasetta, who found inspiration in the Maison’s writing instrument nibs for its pointed shape. The lining has also been enhanced with a map of Paris from 1821. Those familiar with Paris may recognise the neighbourhood of the Île de la Cité, where Rieussec had his workshop, and the Champ-de-Mars horse racing track, where the story of this famous timepiece first began.

The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph is powered by the self-winding Manufacture monopusher chronograph movement MB R200, equipped with a column wheel.

Price: CHF 7,500

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