The MB&F Legacy Machine 101 represents the brand’s tribute to the golden age of 19th-century watchmaking. Rather than using futurism, the LM101 places a massive flying balance wheel directly over the dial, floating above small, elegant lacquer subdials.
Overview
Brand: MB&F
Model: Legacy Machine 101
Collection: Legacy Machine
Price: £52,000 GBP
Website: mbandf.com
Specifications
Case Diameter: 40.0mm
Thickness: 16.0mm
Lug to Lug: 49.0mm
Lug Width: 20.0mm
Water Resistance: 30m
Case Material: 18k Red Gold / White Gold
Crystal: Sapphire
Strap/Bracelet: Alligator Leather Strap
Design & Wearability
The 40mm round case features polished and brushed surfaces, with a high dome crystal that highlights the balance wheel. Two white dials with Roman numerals display time and power reserve, finished in a clean white lacquer.
Movement & Performance
The manual-wind engine was developed in-house by MB&F. The movement finishing was designed by Kari Voutilainen, featuring polished gold chatons, Geneva waves, and polished chamfers on the bridges, visible through the sapphire caseback.
Official Website
MB&F Legacy Machine 101 product page
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