Maximilian Büsser & Friends (MB&F) has introduced its first timepiece crafted from an exotic new material: CarbonMacrolon. Developed by Bayer, this advanced polycarbonate resin is reinforced with carbon nanotubes, resulting in a material that mimics the look and feel of steel while offering futuristic performance.
The HM5 CarbonMacrolon maintains the bold proportions of its predecessors, measuring 51.5 mm by 49 mm and standing 22.5 mm high. At its heart is a three-dimensional horological engine developed by Jean-François Mojon and Vincent Boucard of Chronode. This unique movement features bi-directional jumping hours and minutes, which are projected via reflective sapphire crystal prisms for a striking visual effect.
To complement the high-tech case, the watch features a sculptured rubber strap designed for maximum comfort, secured by a titanium tang buckle. While it is a piece of wearable art, it remains practical with water resistance up to 30 meters.
The MB&F HM5 CarbonMacrolon is limited to just 66 pieces and is priced at $63,000. For those seeking a more comprehensive analysis, a full detailed review is available at aBlogtoWatch by Ariel Adams.
The HM5 platform first made waves years earlier with the HM5 “On the Road Again“, a design inspired by 1970s supercar dashboards that laid the foundation for later material experiments.
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