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228Σ

MB&F

Ref. 31.RTL.B

Horological Machine 3 Sidewinder

An astounding pink gold three-dimensional wristwatch with inverted movement, warranty and presentation box

Estimate
CHF30,000 - 60,000
$30,000 - 60,100
€30,900 - 61,800
CHF52,920
Lot Details
Manufacturer
MB&F
Year
2012
Reference No
31.RTL.B
Case No
31R0045
Model Name
Horological Machine 3 Sidewinder
Material
18K pink gold
Calibre
Automatic, 36 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
18K pink gold/titanium deployant clasp
Dimensions
44mm Width X 50mm Length
Signed
Case, movement and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by fitted box, International Guarantee, product literature and outer packaging
Catalogue Essay
Maximilian Büsser does not think out of the box, he thinks in a totally different universe and his extreme unabashedly and unapologetically creative timepieces speak for themselves.

The Horological Machine 3 was launched in 2009 and its shape, mechanical construction and time telling defy conventional nomenclature.

Time is read via two rotating cones placed on the right side of the case with hours and day/night indicated via the cone in front and the minutes indicated via the cone in the back. On the left is the date indicator and an open section enabling an uninterrupted view of the movement and rotor.

To achieve this, the 300+ component movement has been turned upside down. Turning the watch over reveals two large ceramic bearings efficiently transmit power up to the cones and date wheel.

Made in only 55 pieces the present Horological Machine 3 was serviced in September 2022 by MB&F and comes with a one year warranty. It is also accompanied by its full set of accessories.