We predicted it: on 27 October on the http://www.mbandf.com/ MB&F's Horological Machine No2.2, created in collaboration with master watchmaker Alain Silberstein, has been unveiled. Dubbed 'the black box' by insiders, this model boasts a new all-black case and will be produced in a limited edition of just eight watches. The mechanical movement is the one made in 2008 for the Horological Machine N°2 and combines an instantaneous jumping watch, concentric retrograde minutes, retrograde date display, double-hemisphere moon phase and automatic winding.
Silberstein wanted Horological Machine No2.2 to bring together the geometric Bauhaus purity and user-friendliness of the pocket cameras of the 1940s. The rectangular titanium case is treated with an exclusive PVD coating containing silicon that guarantees a soft touch and a black lustre. The luminous red numerals, hands and references are coated with Superluminova to allow them to be read in the absence of light. All the characters on the double dial were designed by Alain Silberstein. Even the moon's expression is inspired by precious illustrations from the Art Nouveau period.
For information: Corvo & C. Spa Tel. 02/8597981
Horological Machine No2.2 - Technical Specifications
Movement:
Design Jean-Marc Wiederrecht/Agenhor, functions with Girard-Perregaux oscillator and gear train regulation and power supply
Rocker oscillation 28,800 bph
22-carat burnished rose gold 'Battle-AX' automatic winding wheel
Number of components: 349, including 44 rubies
Functions:
Left dial: Retrograde date and Moon phase
Right-hand dial: snap-in hours and concentric retrograde minutes
Case:
Titanium with silicon-based PVD coating; limited edition of EIGHT pieces
Dimensions (excluding crown and lugs): 59mm x 38mm x 13mm
Water resistant up to 30 metres (3 ATM)
Number of components: 89 (case only)
Sapphire crystals:
Dial side with anti-reflective treatment on both faces. Back side display with anti-reflective treatment on one face only.
Dials:
Silvered
Strap and buckle:
Hand-sewn black calfskin leather with custom-made titanium buckle
Packaging:
Precision-engineered aluminium and leather case with integrated Rüeger thermometer.
