What’s coming from MB&F at the end of May?

[trackingtime]

beautiful piece but not for me

[WatchEater666]

I don't like it at all to be honest. Not huge on transparent watches like this. I love openworked watches...but when you can see your THICK arm hairs...I'm out! :)

[JR16]

Originally Posted by WatchEater666

I don't like it at all to be honest. Not huge on transparent watches like this. I love openworked watches...but when you can see your THICK arm hairs...I'm out! :)

Just shave your wrist- problem solved!


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[subtona]

That is a good looking watch

[ts3]

I couldn't do this one (and most other MB&F) I am afraid. In stills it looks cool but IRL the large oscillating balance wheel would drive me crazy. I couldn't take my eyes from it to read the time... LOL

[mickyd329]

I really like it, but priced too high IMO.

[Easy E]

Interesting piece, that’s for sure.

[codecow]

Originally Posted by mickyd329

I really like it, but priced too high IMO.

Yeah this is the main issue, it’s too expensive.

[Golden Palomino]

Originally Posted by codecow

Yeah this is the main issue, it’s too expensive.

Indeed, when I first heard about this, rumor was they were doing a special project (non capitalized, one off) which was 50k usd and all pre sold. The fact that they are kicking off a Special Projects line is super cool imo. But it’s 58k CHF (bummer) & 76k USD (mega bummer!)

[ajw45]

Before the recent tariffs and USD weakness against the CHF this would have been a a $64k watch which is probably not terrible. I don't think MB&F was too aggressive on price so much as the launch timing sucks for US customers.

[codecow]

Originally Posted by ajw45

Before the recent tariffs and USD weakness against the CHF this would have been a a $64k watch which is probably not terrible. I don't think MB&F was too aggressive on price so much as the launch timing sucks for US customers.

$64k is a much better price point than $76k for this although it seems stupid saying it. If you’re buying in this price range $10k shouldn’t really be a decision swinger, but maybe I’m thinking of what else you can get in that range… dunno it just seems pricey.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

I agree with you the size is great and something I normally wear. If I can be totally honest though, I can't find interior angles except at the 2 wheels and they are the shallow type. At that price I expect visible interior angles....

usually the wheels' 'spokes' have inner bevels / polish. Imho something visually compelling we normally see on MB&F seems a bit amiss in this piece. Wheels need work, and a few other bits, plus something fun as an Easter Egg of sorts.

jmo, and of course it is a wonderful timepiece and looks very wearable.

[enjoythemusic]

[dmottley]

I want to like it, but I'm disappointing in the level on anglage for the price point. Especially considering that there are a relatively small number of pieces to finish.

[FrugalGreubel]

Originally Posted by dmottley

I want to like it, but I'm disappointing in the level on anglage for the price point. Especially considering that there are a relatively small number of pieces to finish.

Yea the price is really high for what you get.

[EdwardC]

The design is probably 70% of the asking price. I dont mind having this, but I will not pay that much.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by dmottley

I want to like it, but I'm disappointing in the level on anglage for the price point. Especially considering that there are a relatively small number of pieces to finish.

Is it me, or is there one machine model many are using to make small parts. Then sandblast / coat the metal. Czapek, Bever, Richmont, Breguet, etc. I love the Czapek, and pricing is appropriate imho.

[Golden Palomino]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Is it me, or is there one machine model many are using to make small parts. Then sandblast / coat the metal. Czapek, Bever, Richmont, Breguet, etc. I love the Czapek, and pricing is appropriate imho.

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At these low volumes and for such specialized machined components I’d assume there are a few different machines for each part of the process. And that the same machine models are favored and common among a lot of these small expensive independents.

[Golden Palomino]

Originally Posted by dmottley

I want to like it, but I'm disappointing in the level on anglage for the price point. Especially considering that there are a relatively small number of pieces to finish.

This is an especially astute observation vis-a-vis the low component qty

[Ichiran]

HM8 Mark 2 In Purple!
https://revolutionwatch.com/mbandf-hm8-mark-2-purple/

Movement: Self-winding in-house movement by MB&F, powered by a Girard-Perregaux base movement; 42-hour power reserve
Functions: Bi-directional jumping hours; minutes
Case: 47mm × 41.5mm × 19mm; grade 5 titanium with purple CarbonMacrolon® body panels; water resistant to 30m
Strap: White rubber strap with titanium tang buckle
Price: CHF 68,000 (incl. VAT) / USD 88,000 / EUR 74,000 (incl. taxes)
Availability: Limited to 33 pieces

[FrugalGreubel]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

HM8 Mark 2 In Purple!
https://revolutionwatch.com/mbandf-hm8-mark-2-purple/

Movement: Self-winding in-house movement by MB&F, powered by a Girard-Perregaux base movement; 42-hour power reserve
Functions: Bi-directional jumping hours; minutes
Case: 47mm × 41.5mm × 19mm; grade 5 titanium with purple CarbonMacrolon® body panels; water resistant to 30m
Strap: White rubber strap with titanium tang buckle
Price: CHF 68,000 (incl. VAT) / USD 88,000 / EUR 74,000 (incl. taxes)
Availability: Limited to 33 pieces

As is tradition I must say I love the purple here but this particular watch is not my style.

[PreferHackingSeconds]

Managed to check out the SP One at my AD yesterday!

Love the case shape and size but the Left crown and the layout doesn’t do it for me! If they had something closer to the LM101 without being transparent, would be my dream.

That being said, if it had hand finishing and more dial for the price I think it would be better. I hope they introduce more variants of this series in this case size.

I also managed to take a glimpse at the new Purple HM8 and boy the colour pops. Feels like those custom painted cars you see at SEMA, but I still prefer the Legacy Machines.