11 Jan 2023 By AWAY IN STYLE

Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Minya Konka

When the Glow of Sunset Hits the Glacier

The Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Minya Konka Limited Edition comes with a new, red glacier dial

The new Minya Konka edition comes with a black uni-directional ceramic bezel with the first 15 minutes in a contrasting dark grey and a 3D colored engraving on the caseback that features a picture of the Minya Konka at sunset to match the shade of the watch. This image is achieved using a special engraving technique seen in Montblanc watchmaking. The engraving begins with the metal being structured by laser to create a 3D relief image that provides depth and realism thanks to a series of matte and shiny finishes that create a special coloring contrast. The caseback is also engraved with the Chinese inscription “China Sichuan ‘Gong Ga Rui Xia’”.

For this new limited edition of 285 pieces – a number representing a tenth of the altitude of the glacier of the Minya Konka that sits at 2850 meters – each timepiece comes with both a stainless steel interchangeable and adjustable bracelet and a black rubber strap with a red outline. Stainless steel and rubber were also the materials of choice thanks to their durability in a water environment.

Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Minya Konka
Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Minya Konka