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Horological Machine

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Horological Machine

2007

MB&F's flagship 'HM' series of three-dimensional, sculptural timepieces inspired by aviation, automotive and sci-fi design.

Category
Sculptural avant-garde watch
Designers
Maximilian Büsser, Eric Giroud
Case materials
Titanium, sapphire, red gold, PVD-coated steel
Sizes
40mm – 55mm (varies widely by model)
Dial
Domed sapphire displays with dual time indicators
Crystal
Sapphire, multi-domed
Strap / bracelet
Rubber strap, alligator leather strap
Movements
In-house sculptural calibres, engine-built with independent constructors
Movement type
Manual and automatic
Power reserve
45 – 72 hours
Water resistance
30m – 50m
Complications
Dual time · Tourbillon · Power reserve indicator
Key references
HM3 Frog, HM9 Flow, HM11 Architect
Price band
USD 150,000 – 350,000
The house

MB&F

Self-described as a 'horological concept lab,' MB&F collaborates with independent artisans to create sculptural, robot- and spacecraft-inspired mechanical art pieces.

Founded
2005
Founder
Maximilian Büsser
Headquarters
Geneva
Signature materials
Titanium, sapphire crystal domes, PVD-coated finishes, AI GRADE 5 titanium
Signature movements
In-house sculptural calibres developed with independent movement specialists
Notable designers
Maximilian Büsser, Eric Giroud
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