Montblanc has created the new Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition, inspired by the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the Chamonix Winter Olympics in the same year, to celebrate the centenary of the brand's iconic Meisterstück writing instruments, which were also created in 1924.
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In 1924, the Meisterstück collection of writing instruments was launched, and the legend of Montblanc's mastery of writing began. In the same year, athletes from all over the world gathered at the Olympic Games to pursue excellence and surpass themselves in the field of sports, and also demonstrated the sports culture and spirit. The majestic Mont Blanc witnessed the glamour of the first Winter Olympic Games in Chamonix, while the romantic Paris welcomed the glorious moment of the 8th Summer Olympic Games. Now, a century later, Montblanc celebrates the centenary of the brand's masterpiece Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition with the launch of the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition, as well as the centenary of the 1924 Winter and Summer Olympic Games.
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Montblanc and the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix are at the heart of the spirit of master craftsmen and athletes, both in their dedication to excellence and the relentless pursuit of pushing the boundaries of human beings and creating extraordinary achievements. The aim of this collaboration is to pay homage to both the Meisterstück collection of writing instruments and the Olympic Games, and to showcase the rich heritage and heritage of both over the past century.
Inspired by the 1924 Olympic Games, the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition is a commemorative collection with archival materials provided by the Olympic Museum and the International Olympic Committee.
New Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition Writing Instrument (Paris 1924 Summer Olympics)
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The new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition Deluxe Fountain Pen features a warm red hue throughout, in the official red color of the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. The 14-carat gold nib is crafted by artisans and features an intricate carving of a javelin thrower, a reference to the poster of the 8th Summer Olympics in 1924. The crown ring is engraved with the official Olympic Heritage logo, which is composed of the word "HERITAGE" and the Olympic Rings. The Olympic rings symbolize the diversity of athletes from five continents and around the world coming together at the Games. On either side of the official Olympic Heritage logo, a wreath of foliage is clustered around it, inspired by the crown, the highest honor bestowed on the victors of ancient Olympic Games, adding to the heritage.
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The cap of the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Deluxe Pen is engraved with the words "Olympic Games Paris 1924" and features the cover border of the official coverage of the Olympic Games. Crowned with Montblanc's iconic six-pointed white star and set in coral red precious resin, Montblanc's iconic six-pointed white star at the top of the cap has been a symbol of the brand's pioneering spirit since its inception in 1913, underlining Montblanc's unwavering mission to promote the culture of writing and the preservation of craftsmanship.
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New Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Legacy Special Edition Writing Instrument (Chamonix 1924 Winter Olympics)
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1924 was a significant year for Montblanc and the Olympic Movement. The first Winter Olympic Games were held in Chamonix, France, at the foot of Mont Blanc, and in the same year, the first Montblanc Meisterstück writing instrument was launched. Inspired by the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix, Montblanc presents three special collector's edition writing instruments: the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Classic Fountain Pen, made of precious resin and available in Snow Grey, the official colour of the Winter Olympics; The new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition two-tone classic fountain pen features a snow-grey precious resin body and a platinum-plated cap engraved with a vivid view of the Chamonix Valley. The new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Precious Metal Deluxe Ink Pen features a platinum-plated design throughout, with a chilly body engraved with the majestic snow of the Chamonix Valley.
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The caps of the three new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage instruments are engraved with the words "Olympic Winter Games Chamonix 1924" and framed with a rectangular shape. The handmade 18-carat gold nib is engraved with the image of a ski jumper, from the poster of the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix. The crown ring is intricately engraved with the official Olympic Heritage logo, which is made up of the Olympic rings and the word "HERITAGE", while Montblanc's iconic six-pointed white star logo is embedded in the coral red precious resin at the top of the cap.
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Paying homage to the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix, the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition writing instrument is available in fountain pen, ballpoint pen and rollerball.
To complement the new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition Writing Instrument Collection, Montblanc offers a number of writing accessories from the same collection, including two new Montblanc Meisterstück x Olympic Heritage Special Edition bottled inks, with red or blue inks placed in elegant square glass ink bottles to complement the writing instruments. The design of the two special notebooks in the same series is inspired by the original design and typography of the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris and the 1924 Winter Olympics in Chamonix, respectively, to complete the overall writing experience.