Following the success of the 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date launched in 2022 with its frozen dials, Montblanc presents a new version with a grey dial.
This new grey glacier pattern dial was inspired by the ice of one of the Mont-Blanc mountain’s largest glaciers – the Mer de Glace.
In certain light, the glacial ice appears grey as it reveals the mineral deposits that have been captured in its structure for millennia. This new Iced Sea edition comes in a 41mm stainless steel case with a caseback featuring a 3D engraving of an iceberg and a black scuba diver exploring the glacial waters below.
The process of creating the glacier dials employs a special technique called gratté-boisé as the base and gives each dial the impression of genuine depth and luminosity, while the process for the engravings on the casebacks are realized using a laser that first structures the metal to create a 3D relief image that provides depth and realism thanks to a series of matte and shiny finishes, creating a fascinating contrast.
Capable of exploring ocean depths up to 300 meters, the Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date watch conforms to the ISO 6425 norm. In addition, each timepiece has undergone the Montblanc Laboratory Test to ensure that they are shock, magnetic, temperature, and water-resistant (approx. 30 bar) and that their fasteners are reinforced for enhanced security.
This timepiece employs white Super-Luminova® on the hands, indexes, and the dots at 12 o’clock on the bezel, which all glow in a luminescent shade in blue low light, keeping with the glacial theme. The grey dial is further highlighted by uni-directional ceramic bezel with the first 15 minutes in a contrasting color.
The Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea collection includes the addition of interchangeable stainless steel bracelets which can be quickly and easily switched for a black rubber strap – with stitching to match the dial color – without the need to return to the boutique or the use of any tools.
Not only are the bracelets interchangeable, but they are also adjustable on the wrist, so each owner can find their perfect fit, especially when wearing their watch over a wet suit. The stainless steel bracelets also come with an attractive taper of 20 – 16mm and are secured by a double deployant buckle.
All Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date timepieces are powered by automatic movements and indicate the hours, minutes, seconds, and a date at three o’clock.
They also come with a recycled and 100% recyclable watch pouch so that the wearer is even better equipped and ready for their next adventure.
The suggested retail price of the new Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date Watch with Grey Dial is $3,350 with a stainless steel bracelet and $3,140 with a black rubber strap.
Technical details
Movement
Calibre MB 24.17/SW200
Automatic movement
Number of rubies: 26
Power Reserve: Approx. 38 hours
Balance: Flat hoop
Frequency: 28,800 A/h (4 Hz)
Hairspring: Flat
Displays
Hour, minute and seconds from the centre
Date at 3 o’clock
Habillage
Certification
Certified by the Montblanc Laboratory Test
Model: Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date with Grey Dial, Ident. 130793
Case
Stainless steel case with curved horns featuring polished and satin finishing
Bezel: Knurled unidirectional turning bezel with bi-colored black ceramic; Super-LumiNova® with blue emission on the dot
Crystal: Scratch-resistant, domed box-shaped sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating
Back: Stainless steel screwed caseback with 3D engraving of an iceberg and diver
Dimensions Diameter = 41mm; height = 12.9mm
Water-resistant Approx. 30 bar (approx. 300m)
Crown: Screwed and fluted in stainless steel with Montblanc emblem in relief
Dial
Grey glacier pattern dial with white luminescent rhodium-coated Arabic numerals and indexes, white luminescent rhodium-coated hour, minute and seconds hands, Logo inspired by a vintage Minerva export seal at 6 o’clock, historical Montblanc logo at 3 o’clock
Wristband
Interchangeable stainless steel bracelet with taper and stainless steel double-folding clasp with fine adjustment system
Model: Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea Automatic Date with Grey Dial, Ident. 130807
Case
Stainless steel case with curved horns featuring polished and satinated finishing
Diameter: 41mm
Height: 12.9mm
Bezel: Knurled unidirectional turning bezel with bi-colored black ceramic; Super-LumiNova® with blue emission on the dot
Crystal: Scratch-resistant, domed box-shaped sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating
Stainless steel screwed caseback with 3D engraving of an iceberg and diver
Crown: Screwed and fluted in stainless steel with Montblanc emblem in relief
Water-resistant Approx. 30 bar (approx. 300m)
Dial
Grey glacier pattern dial with white luminescent rhodium-coated Arabic numerals and indexes, white luminescent rhodium-coated hour, minute and seconds hands, logo inspired by a vintage Minerva export seal at 6 o’clock, historical Montblanc logo at 3 o’clock
Wristband
Black interchangeable rubber strap with stainless steel double-folding clasp with fine adjustment system
