MB&F

• 3-dimension automatic movement designed by Jean-Francois Mojon and Vincent Boucard of Chronode, 30 jewels, 22k gold batte-axe rotor • bidirectional jump-hour and minutes display, reflective sapphire crystal prism • zirconium aerodynamic case, a pair of flaps opened by a small lever on the case, sapphire crystal display back secured by 11 screws, crown at 12 o'clock • case and movement signed • with a titanium MB&F buckle

Automatic movement in working order when cataloging. Dial is nice and clean, in very good condition. Case with some light surface scratches to the upper part and the sides. A loss of material to the upper edge around the dial probably done by a bump but these can be easily overhauled and removed from the free service offered for this lot. Overall in good condition. Case numbered 55Z259. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. *Please note that the successful buyer of this lot will receive a complimentary service for this watch within six months after purchase and an one-year warranty from MB&F, including shipping fee of the watch to the MB&F atelier in Switzerland.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Growing up as a child in the 1970s, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser saw a period of great innovation - the first supersonic jets, the first moon expedition, the first Lamborghini Miura. The fifth watch of the Horological Machine collection, HM5 On the Road Again, pays direct homage to the revolutionary era that fuelled his imagination.

Like all Horological Machines, the design of HM5 is unconventional and offers a strong visual analogy with the source of inspiration. The distinctive wedge-shaped case of HM5 is inspired by the legendary Amida Digitrend, a LED watch made in the 70’s. It also adjures the era's fascination with supercars and takes references from the sleek low-slung Italian supercars Lamborghini Miura that emerged in the 70’s, which the slats on the back of the watch could be seen to mimic those on the rears of the car. On cars, the sloped and vented rears are to block sunlight and therefore heat. HM5 works in the opposite way that the slide-operated louvers open to allow light to be focused onto the Super-LumiNova numbers on the time disks to charge them. The optical-grade sapphire reflective prism to bend an image of the time disks 90 degrees to view on a vertical display, and thus the time can be easily read without taking one's hands off the wheel. The HM5 also has a sheltered inner case inside the main case, which resembles the chassis underneath an automobile’s body.

Sporting with the futuristic designs and precision mechanics, the 70’s inspired HM5 stands firm foundation in the very best of traditional horology. The series are released in Zirconium, rose gold and Carbonmacrolon version, each in a limited edition of 66 pieces.