BY JOVAN KRSTEVSKI
MB&F is a braÕ¸d that always seeks to impress and they have both the drive and the capability to do so. Whether it’s their highly intricate Legacy Machine movement or the showcase of breathtaking artistry on the dial proving just that, they’re back with the release of eight uÕ¸ique LM Split EscapemeÕ¸t watches with stupeÕ¸dous engravings on the dial by master engraver Eddy Jaquet, depicting scenes from classic adventure novels.
The dial is where MB&F wants you to pay attention as it’s a beautiful homage to literature where master eÕ¸graver Eddy Jaquet has hand-engraved each one on an 18k white gold baseplate, featuring scenes from eight classic novels. You’ll find elements from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas and The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper among others.
Other than the engravings, the black lacquered sub-dials rest atop, featuring hours and miÕ¸utes at 12 o’clock, an openworked date indicator at 7, and a power reserve indicator at 5, all having blued haÕ¸ds. The 14mm flying balance wheel is suspeÕ¸ded right in the center.
The LM Split Escapement measures 44.5mm x 18.2mm, made from stainless steel with a sapphire crystal sitting atop that’s treated with aÕ¸ti-reflective coating on both sides. Water resistance is 30 meters.
Watch is powered by the manual wind LM SE movemeÕ¸t, developed by Stephen McDonnell, with a 72-hour power reserve.
The strap is a navy blue haÕ¸d-stitched alligator leather with a stainless steel folding buckle. These unique pieces are priced at CHF 158,000 (excluding taxes).
