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131Σ

MB&F

Ref. 02.RL.W

Legacy Machine Two

A cutting-edge and impressive pink gold wristwatch with two independent escapements, double flying balance wheels, guarantee, and presentation box

Estimate
$50,000 - 100,000
$107,950
Lot Details
Manufacturer
MB&F
Year
2014
Reference No
02.RL.W
Case No
02'R35'537
Model Name
Legacy Machine Two
Material
18K pink gold
Calibre
Manual, developed by MB&F x Jean-Francois Mojon and Kari Voutilainen, 44 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
18K pink gold MB&F pin buckle
Dimensions
44mm Diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.
Accessories
Accompanied by MB&F international warranty booklet dated March 3, 2014, instruction manual, leather wallet, pod-form fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
Within a few short years since launching their first model, the Horological Machine 1 (HM1), MB&F had firmly established themselves as a brand at the cutting edge of horological design. They broke the mold in terms of aesthetics, movement design, and the very concept of what a wristwatch could be. The Legacy Machines are pure retro-futurism in terms of aesthetics but they still push the ingenuity of their watchmakers’ to the limit.

This second member of the Legacy Machine family, the LM2 maintained the vaulted bridges, structural lugs and domed crystal of its predecessor, but now mounts two independent escapements above the dial. Linked by a differential visible at six o’clock that mechanically averages the two which, theoretically, should provide improved chronometry – not to mention a magnificent show.

The manual-wind caliber, created exclusively for this watch, was developed between Jean-Francois Mojon and the MB&F team with finishing duties being carried out by none other than Kari Voutilainen. Housed in an elegant 18 karat pink gold case that hammers home the steampunk aesthetics, we are pleased to present this example in superb condition with its original MB&F box (a work of art in itself!) and certificate.

Please note that MB&F generously offers a complimentary service of the watch to the successful bidder within a period of six months following this auction.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER