MB&F Horological Machine 8 Mark 2

MPN: 82.TL.W

MB&F’s connection to cars runs deep, starting in 2012 with the HM5, followed by the HMX in 2015, and the HM8 in 2016. Each of these iterations is linked by its instantly recognizable speedometer-style display on the side of the case that recalls the daring and futuristic design of the 1970s.

A decade after the first automotive-inspired MB&F Machines, get ready for the silk-covered reveal of the latest HM8 Mark 2, the most technologically evolved model to date.

The HM8 Mark 2 takes the best features of its predecessors and fuses them into a very different Machine. From HM5, it takes the external bodywork’s very apparent supercar styling; from HMX, the ergonomic, compact size; and from HM8, the visible mechanics and very “kinetic” nature, with its dial-side winding rotor. Place all this within an aerodynamic sandwich of CarbonMacrolon, grade 5 titanium and hyper-complex sapphire crystal, and you get a true supercar for the wrist. Like its predecessors, the HM8 Mark 2 is powered by a unique combination of mechanical and optical engineering: the automatic movement’s hour and minute discs, which lie horizontally, are optically magnified and projected 90 degrees to the vertical display thanks to high-precision prisms crafted in sapphire crystal.

CASE

Two editions: In grade 5 titanium and British racing green CarbonMacrolon® case limited to 33 pieces or grade 5 titanium and white CarbonMacrolon® case.

Dimensions: 47 x 41.5 x 19 mm

Number of components: 42

ENGINE

Three-dimensional horological engine, composed of a jumping hour and trailing minutes module developed in-house by MB&F, powered by a Girard-Perregaux base movement.

Mechanical movement, automatic winding

22K gold automatic winding rotor

Power reserve: 42 hours

Balance frequency: 28,800bph/4Hz.

Number of components: 247 components

Number of jewels: 30 jewels

FUNCTIONS / INDICATIONS

Bi-directional jumping hours and trailing minutes, displayed by dual reflective sapphire crystal prisms with integrated magnifying lens.

SAPPHIRE CRYSTALS

All sapphire crystals – front, back, top, bottom – treated with anti-reflective coating on both faces.