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Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph automatic wristwatch

Partially verified

This gentleman's Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph automatic wristwatch is housed in a stainless steel and ceramic case measuring 44 mm in diameter, mounted on a stainless steel Montblanc bracelet. The black dial features three subsidiary dials, Arabic numerals at 2, 4, 8, and 10, baton hour markers, and a date window at 3 o'clock. The dial is inscribed 'TIMEWALKER', 'MONTBLANC', 'AUTOMATIC', and 'L-SWISS MADE-L', and features a prominent red central chronograph hand. According to the auction description, the watch is powered by calibre 25.07 and includes its box and certificate.

Front view of the Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph showing the black dial, bezel, and steel bracelet
Front view of the Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph showing the black dial, bezel, and steel bracelet — Gorringes. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
bid.gorringes.co.uk
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
Montblanc
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
177
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Maker profile: Montblanc — history, key models and current watchmaking.

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Physical Configuration

The timepiece is described as a Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph automatic wristwatch, featuring a 44 mm diameter case constructed from stainless steel and ceramic. It is mounted on a stainless steel Montblanc bracelet.

The black dial includes three subsidiary dials and a date display. The markers consist of a combination of baton-style hour markers and Arabic numerals.

Evidence for this section
  • “stainless steel and ceramic”
  • “case diameter 44mm”
  • “stainless steel Mont Blanc bracelet”
  • “the black face with three subsidiary dials and baton and Arabic markers”

Dial and Bezel Markings

Dial text includes 'TIMEWALKER' above the 12 o'clock sub-dial, 'MONTBLANC' at 3 o'clock, 'AUTOMATIC' below the 6 o'clock sub-dial, and 'L-SWISS MADE-L' at the base. A red central chronograph hand is present.

The bezel is dark and features the numerals 12, 3, 6, and 9, interspersed with triangular indicators.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial printed with 'TIMEWALKER' in red above the 12 o'clock subdial, 'MONTBLANC' at 3 o'clock, 'AUTOMATIC' below the 6 o'clock subdial, and 'L-SWISS MADE-L' at the base.”
  • “Prominent red central chronograph seconds hand contrasting with baton-style hour and minute hands.”
  • “Dark bezel marked with numerals 12, 3, 6, and 9 alternating with triangular indicators.”

Condition and Documentation

The source reports the movement as a calibre 25.07. The auction description states the watch is running, with functional chronograph operations and adjustable hands. The lot is accompanied by a box and certificate.

A condition report notes the presence of scratches on the bracelet and case sides in places. Internal components were not observed.

Evidence for this section
  • “calibre 25.07”
  • “Watch running and the chronometer function work. Hands adjust.”
  • “with box and certificate”
  • “Scratches to the bracelet and case sides in places”

Operational Status and Condition

According to their assessment, the watch is running, the chronograph functions are fully operational, and the hands can be adjusted as expected by the user.

Regarding its physical state, the auction records note that there are visible scratches present on the bracelet and the sides of the case in various locations.

Evidence for this section
  • “Watch running and the chronometer function work. Hands adjust.”
  • “Scratches to the bracelet and case sides in places”

About Montblanc

Background from the Montblanc profile, not from this object's source.

Montblanc was established in 1906 in Berlin by the trio of engineer August Eberstein, banker Alfred Nehemias, and stationer Claus Johannes Voss. The company underwent a transition in 1907 when it relocated to Hamburg and adopted the name Simplo Filler Pen Company. By 1910, the brand name Montblanc was introduced for a specific pen model, eventually becoming the official company name in 1934.

The brand significantly broadened its commercial scope following its acquisition by Alfred Dunhill Ltd. in 1977, moving beyond its traditional focus on luxury writing instruments to develop a range of watches and accessories. Currently, Montblanc operates as a manufacturer under the ownership of the Richemont group.

Evidence from the maker profile
  • “The company was founded in 1906 in Berlin by engineer August Eberstein, banker Alfred Nehemias, and stationer Claus Johannes Voss.”
  • “Following an acquisition by Alfred Dunhill Ltd. in 1977, the brand expanded its product range beyond writing instruments.”

Open research questions

  • What specific production era does the calibre 25.07 indicate for this Timewalker model?
  • Are there verifiable authentication markers to distinguish this specific watch from other stainless steel and ceramic Timewalker iterations?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Montblanc Timewalker Chronograph automatic wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case diameter44mm“case diameter 44mm”
Calibre25.07“calibre 25.07”
MaterialsStainless steel and ceramic“stainless steel and ceramic”
Included accessoriesBox and certificate“with box and certificate”

Visible details

  • Black dial with three subsidiary dials, white outer track rings on the 12 and 6 o'clock sub-dials, and a date display at 3 o'clock.
  • Prominent red central chronograph seconds hand contrasting with baton-style hour and minute hands.
  • Dark bezel marked with numerals 12, 3, 6, and 9 alternating with triangular indicators.
  • Dial printed with 'TIMEWALKER' in red above the 12 o'clock subdial, 'MONTBLANC' at 3 o'clock, 'AUTOMATIC' below the 6 o'clock subdial, and 'L-SWISS MADE-L' at the base.

Research qualifications

  • Movement and case back are not visible in the provided photograph; calibre is source-reported.
  • Box and certificate mentioned by the auctioneer are not depicted.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

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