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Montblanc glasses: the legacy of a brand founded in Hamburg
Montblanc eyewear extends the identity of a brand built on writing instruments, craftsmanship and attention to detail into the world of eyewear.
Montblanc eyewear extends the identity of a brand built on writing instruments, craftsmanship and attention to detail into the world of eyewear. Founded in Hamburg in 1906, Montblanc initially developed writing instruments before expanding its range to include leather goods, watches, accessories and eyewear. In the eyewear collections, this heritage is reflected in the details inspired by the Meisterstück, in the use of the snow-capped peak motif, and in the frames crafted from metal, acetate or injection-moulded materials. These design elements are not universal: they vary according to models and collections, and there is no single Montblanc design applied across the entire eyewear range. Our Montblanc range is exclusively for men and covers both types: prescription frames and sunglasses. Each model can be viewed individually: shape, dimensions, materials and optical characteristics vary from one model to another.
Our signature models
Also discover our signature models from the brand.
Montblanc eyewear extends the identity of a brand built on writing instruments, craftsmanship and attention to detail into the world of eyewear. Founded in Hamburg in 1906, Montblanc initially developed writing instruments before expanding its range to include leather goods, watches, accessories and eyewear.
In the eyewear collections, this heritage is reflected in the details inspired by the Meisterstück, in the use of the snow-capped peak motif, and in the frames crafted from metal, acetate or injection-moulded materials. These design elements are not universal: they vary according to models and collections, and there is no single Montblanc design applied across the entire eyewear range.
Our Montblanc range is exclusively for men and covers both types: prescription frames and sunglasses. Each model can be viewed individually: shape, dimensions, materials and optical characteristics vary from one model to another.
Our signature models
MontblancMB0403O249.00 €
MontblancMB0386O159.00 €
MontblancMB0366O229.00 €
MontblancMB0391OA199.00 €
MontblancMB0274O229.00 €
MontblancMB0336O249.00 €
MontblancMB0342OA259.00 €
MontblancMB0300O209.00 €
MontblancMB0349O159.00 €
MontblancMB0385O199.00 €
MontblancMB0389O189.00 €
MontblancMB0394ON199.00 €
MontblancMB0346O259.00 €
MontblancMB0279O249.00 €
MontblancMB0405S259.00 €
MontblancMB420SK169.00 €
MontblancMB0384S249.00 €
MontblancMB0344S270.00 €
MontblancMB0339S259.00 €
MontblancMB0362S259.00 €
MontblancMB0355S239.00 €
MontblancMB0302S238.00 €
MontblancMB0278S259.00 €
Why Montblanc was founded in Hamburg in 1906
In 1906, August Eberstein, Alfred Nehemias and Claus Johannes Voss joined forces in Hamburg to work on a project involving writing instruments fitted with a leak-proof system. This origin is key to understanding the brand: Montblanc did not develop as a fashion house, but around a functional object whose design demanded precision and reliability. The company’s headquarters remain in Hamburg, where the MONTBLANC HAUS reflects the importance the brand attaches to the art of writing in its identity. Even today, its craftsmen combine traditional expertise, precision and modern production techniques. This attention to detail remains Montblanc’s guiding principle when it ventures into a new product category, including eyewear.
What is the Montblanc Meisterstück?
The Meisterstück was launched in 1924. The company’s craftsmen had by then begun creating particularly refined fountain pens before deciding to make them available to the public. Over time, it has become one of Montblanc’s most recognisable items, evolving through several design phases: its cylindrical shape, the details of the cap, and changes to its silhouette throughout the 20th century. This heritage is not limited to writing instruments. In the glasses, certain design elements make explicit reference to them, starting with tubular temples inspired by the Meisterstück writing instruments, to which three slender rings may be attached. Eyewear thus becomes another medium through which the brand can translate its design language into an everyday accessory.
How can you recognise a Montblanc frame?
The appeal of Montblanc eyewear lies in the way the brand’s signature elements are integrated into the frame’s design rather than displayed on the front. Depending on the model, these include: the snow-capped peak, the brand’s visual symbol, sometimes concealed within the temple · three slender rings, in keeping with the Meisterstück aesthetic · the laser-engraved Montblanc logo, notably on the left lens · tubular arms and enamelled details on certain metal frames. These details are not standard across all frames: they vary depending on the model and collection. The brand offers a range of designs whilst retaining the hallmarks that link eyewear to its identity, without seeking to make every brand element immediately visible.
Metal, acetate or injection-moulded material: how does the construction differ?
The Montblanc collections are based on three approaches to frame design. Metal allows for the creation of slender structures and geometric shapes, and it is in these designs that the tubular temples inspired by the Meisterstück most often feature. Acetate allows for more pronounced volumes and fuller shapes, as well as the use of colour and transparency. Injected plastic offers a third option: some injected frames conceal the snow-capped peak within the temple and feature the three rings of the Meisterstück, with the logo laser-engraved on the left lens. None of these three categories is inherently better than the others. The material influences the frame’s size and visual presence, and this difference must be assessed on a model-by-model basis, using the product details for the selected item.
Montblanc prescription glasses or sunglasses?
Montblanc prescription glasses offer a more understated interpretation of the brand’s signature style: the brand’s identity is conveyed through details rather than bold design, as the frames must remain suitable for everyday use and for fitting with corrective lenses. The sunglasses collection is more striking. It features square, rectangular, round or oval shapes, in metal, acetate or injection-moulded plastic, and this is where the Meisterstück inspiration is most evident. The choice cannot be inferred from the brand. For prescription frames, the deciding factors are the dimensions, the shape of the lenses, how the frames sit on the face and the correction required. For a pair of sunglasses, additional factors include the lens tint and their filter category, which should be checked on the product details page.
Why choose Montblanc glasses?
Montblanc glasses offer a way of wearing the brand’s identity beyond its traditional categories. Their appeal lies in the link between eyewear and the world of writing: temples inspired by the Meisterstück, three rings, a snow-capped peak, an engraved logo or design details all allow, depending on the model, the brand’s signature elements to be recognised. The collection also offers sufficient variety to choose from a slim metal frame to a more statement acetate style or an injection-moulded design. Product details vary according to the collections and availability: each model should be viewed individually to check its shape, dimensions, materials and optical characteristics.
Frequently asked questions about Montblanc glasses
Q: What is the history of Montblanc?
A: Montblanc was founded in Hamburg in 1906 by August Eberstein, Alfred Nehemias and Claus Johannes Voss, with the aim of producing writing instruments fitted with a leak-proof system. The company subsequently expanded its range to include leather goods, watches and accessories, and later eyewear. Its headquarters remain in Hamburg, where the MONTBLANC HAUS is dedicated to the art of writing.
Q: Why is the Meisterstück important to Montblanc?
A: Launched in 1924, the Meisterstück has become one of the brand’s most recognisable items, having undergone several design iterations throughout the 20th century. Its design language has extended beyond the writing instrument: in eyewear, it is reflected in tubular temples directly inspired by the pen, to which three thin rings may be added.
Q: What is the snow-capped Montblanc peak?
A: The snow-capped peak is the brand’s visual symbol. On glasses, it is not always prominently displayed: some frames incorporate it discreetly, for example on the inside of a temple. This is one of the ways in which Montblanc incorporates its signature into the frame’s construction rather than on its exterior.
Q: What materials are used for Montblanc glasses?
A: Metal, acetate and injection-moulded materials, depending on the model. Of our 23 Montblanc models, 15 are made of acetate and 8 of metal. Metal is used for delicate, geometric frames; acetate for fuller-bodied designs featuring a play on colours and transparencies; and injection-moulded frames offer a third interpretation of the brand’s signature style.
Q: How much do Montblanc glasses cost?
A: From €159 to €259 for a pair of prescription frames and from €199 to €319 for a pair of sunglasses (frames only). A pair of prescription glasses requires the addition of lenses, which are charged according to your prescription and the options selected. The exact price for each product is shown on its product page.
Q: Does Montblanc offer prescription glasses and sunglasses?
A: Both. The company’s eyewear business has historically included prescription frames and sunglasses. Our selection comprises 14 prescription frames and 9 pairs of sunglasses – a total of 23 items – with frame sizes ranging from 48 to 56 mm. The prescription frames reflect the brand’s signature style in a more understated way than the sunglasses.
Q: Are there any Montblanc glasses for women?
A: Our Montblanc range is exclusively for men, which is in line with the brand’s positioning in the eyewear sector: all 23 items in the catalogue are men’s models. Dimensions remain the key factor to check before placing any order, size by size, on the product page for the chosen model.
