MB&F's HM8 Mark 2 in Purple showcases a speedometer-inspired design, echoing its historic influence.
To any petrolhead who's eyeing a timepiece, feast your eyes on the MB&F HM8 Mark 2 - a watch that screams speed and style just like the vintage cars of the 70s. This automotive design-inspired watch isn't shy about flaunting its equation with horsepower; just take a look at the speedometer-style display on its side. If you thought the designers were holding back, let me tell ya, they weren't! Not when they've fashioned the watch body like an independent water-resistant chassis with angular body panels, a clear homage to the car worlds' ethos.
You've got to hand it to MB&F for their devotion to cars that extends far beyond just appreciating horological machines. Back in the day, this passion found its first expression in the HM5 with its lateral speedometer-style display. The torch was passed to the HM8, which burst onto the scene in 2016, and now, in 2023, the HM8 Mark 2 continues the legacy. This watch may be inspired by speed, but it's more than just sleek looks - it's a driver's watch through and through, with features that let you read the time without taking your hands off the wheel.
But enough about history! Let's dive into this retro-futuristic beast. Fitted with a grade 5 titanium and CarbonMacrolon casing, the watch sports a muscular 47mm case, 41.5mm in width, and a 19mm thickness. With that kind of muscle, it's ideal for those with a hefty wrist.
Don't be fooled by its size, though, because the HM8 Mark 2 is a horological marvel. The watch offers a clear view of the 22k gold battle axe rotor on the dial, thanks to the double bubble sapphire crystals that adorn its goggle-like speedometer display and are treated with anti-reflective coating. In addition, all the sapphire crystals, including those on the back, top, and bottom, have also benefited from the same anti-reflective treatment.
The real action happens on the front, where you get to admire the 3-dimensional horological engine that displays the time in two discs - one for the jumping hours on the left, and the other for the trailing minutes on the right. How's that for a show? Under the hood, the watch is powered by the in-house Girard-Perregaux movement, which comes with a respectable 42-hour power reserve.
The latest colorway in the HM8 Mark 2 universe is purple, a homage to those high-end metallic car paints you'd find on classic supercars. This fabulous four-wheeled timepiece comes with a white rubber strap and is limited to just 33 pieces, so you better move fast if you want to get your hands on one. Be prepared to part with some savings, though - lovely watches don't come cheap!
So, are you ready to rev up your style with the MB&F HM8 Mark 2? Tasty wheels never looked so good on a wrist!
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This retro-futuristic MB&F HM8 Mark 2 watch becomes the perfect fusion of technology and automotive events, showcasing a driver's inspired design with a gadget-filled face. Its sophisticated looks, complete with wearables reminiscent of a 22k gold battle axe rotor and double bubble sapphire crystals, make it a unique accessory for any tech enthusiast seeking a stylish extension of their passion for speed.
