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811Σ

MB & F

HM3, Starcruiser

A fine and rare pink gold and titanium three-dimensional wristwatch with inverted movement, date ring, day-night indicator, International Warranty and presentation box

Estimate
HK$280,000 - 350,000
€30,900 - 38,700
$35,900 - 44,900
HK$312,500
Lot Details
Manufacturer
MB & F
Year
Circa 2011
Case No
30R 0029
Model Name
HM3, Starcruiser
Material
18K pink gold and titanium
Calibre
Automatic, 36 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Alligator
Clasp/Buckle
18K pink gold and titanium MB&F buckle
Dimensions
47 x 50 x 16 mm
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Accessories
Accompanied with International Warranty stamped by Manfredi on November 11, 2011, MB&F UFO-shaped fitted presentation box, product literature, screwdriver and outer packaging
Catalogue Essay
Uncommon, unforgettable and unconventional - the HM3 is not only an avant-garde artwork for the wrist, but also a highly complex timekeeping machine. Launched by the Geneva-based manufacturer MB&F in 2009, the HM3 is a wondrous concoction of Swiss horological prowess, technological mastery and nonconformist design. The watch consists of two time-indicating cones, of which the top caps of the truncated cones are brazed to ensure maximum water-resistance and the red “hands” are cut by laser to obtain high precision and minimum mass.

The movement of HM3 has been turned upside down to allow for an unconcealed panoramic view of the oscillations of the balance wheel as well as the gold winding rotor’s awe-inspiring arcs. Turning the watch over discloses the cutting-edge technology behind its inverted movement: two large ceramic bearings efficiently transmit power up to the cones and date wheel.

Complimented with an international warranty and a UFO-shaped presentation box, the present lot offers a wonderful opportunity for watch collectors to possess an exceptional masterwork.