For men and women who have achieved the pinnacle of success, a timepiece that is both rare and exceptional makes a fitting statement. And for those who value a unique and personal touch, indie watch brand MB&F, loved by many but possessed by few, may be a very compelling option. As the horological concept laboratory celebrates ten years of its legacy machines, the LMX makes its debut.
LMX 10 YEARS OF LEGACY MACHINES
The LMX, which celebrates ten years of Legacy Machines by independent watchmaker MB&F, comes packed with an impressive array of no less than eight world-premiere calibres.
An instantly recognisable aesthetic language includes round cases, lacquered dials and “flying” balance wheels, the Legacy Machines are considered amongst the most collectible and desirable contemporary watches on the market.
Those familiar with MB&F’s very first Legacy Machine will recognise the two dials of stretched white lacquer, each with its own display of hours and minutes. The dial on the right is set by the crown at the 2 o’clock position. The crown at 10 o’clock, engraved with a globe to acknowledge the potential use of a second time zone, sets the time of the left dial.
Unlike the first Legacy Machines, both dials are tilted at an angle – a more complex feature present on the most recent Legacy Machines, requiring the transfer of energy from horizontal to vertical planes thanks to conical gears.
The movement has been given pride of place beneath the sapphire crystal dome, which allows for its magnificent architecture to be fully admired. A power reserve of seven days underscores the technical power of the LMX, while its exceptional finishing and confident proportions draw the eye immediately.