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MB&F HM9 Sapphire Vision in two fabulous colors stands testament to its exclusivity

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Blinging up the world of horology yet again, MB&F has taken the veil off its latest creations – the HM9 Sapphire Vision editions. Transporting us into a realm of unparalleled craftsmanship, these timepieces are adorned in two resplendent colors that redefine luxury.

HM9 Sapphire Vision boasts two enthralling models, each exclusively limited to five pieces. The first variant is adorned with an 18K white gold frame, its elegance accentuated by a PVD-coated blue engine. The second variant, ensconced in an 18K yellow gold frame, showcases a PVD-coated green engine that exudes an air of opulence.

Designer: MB&F

The Horological Machine N°9 aka HM9 masterpiece was kicked off in 2018. MB&F took another leap of faith with the inaugural series of HM9-SV editions in 2021. This collection was an ode to the intricate symphony of horological mastery by the watchmaker. These mesmerized with their encasement – a sapphire crystal that opens up every facet of the caliber for enthusiasts to admire.

The pièce de résistance of the HM9 Sapphire Vision editions is the presence of two fully independent balance wheels, coupled with a planetary differential on its engine. Embracing the idea that transparency is the ultimate form of luxury, MB&F has graced each of these timepieces with a total of five sapphire crystals, each treated with an anti-reflective coating.

The case components, the dial, and even the dial’s covering crystal have been meticulously crafted to provide an unobstructed view into the intricate heart of the watch. Functionally, the HM9 Sapphire Vision editions are endowed with a power reserve of 45 hours and water resistance of up to 30 meters, marrying aesthetics with practicality seamlessly.

The display showcases hours and minutes, elegantly presented on a vertical sapphire crystal dial, adorned with anti-reflective treatment. Super-LumiNova detailing on the numbers and indexes ensures legibility even in the darkest of hours. Completing the ensemble, the timepieces come adorned with hand-stitched brown or black alligator straps. The straps harmoniously unite with the white or yellow gold folding buckle, mirroring the case’s tones with finesse. As a testament to its exclusivity, each HM9-SV Edition carries a price tag of CHF 490,000 (approx. $550,000).

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A New Design Notion

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NTN’s premier product launch, called Collection 01, focuses on material likeness and a similar construction process to tie these otherwise unrelated objects together as a series. A thoughtful balance of aluminum, fabric and natural wood define each as a singular product, but a shared design language makes them shine as a group.

Hammock Table
The Hammock Table is a low coffee table defined by a suspended fabric shelf. The shelf is kept in tension by rope connecting to aluminum leg mounts. The solid table top is of bleached Irish sycamore which is blended into the round legs.

W1 Watch
The front and back body parts of the W1 watch are CNC machined from solid aluminum. The integrated aluminum dial is created in the same process. The floating increments are etched directly onto the crystal. The watch is finished with a vegetable tanned leather strap. Available in both natural and black anodized aluminum.

Dowel Chair
The Dowel Chair is a modern take on the classic windsor chair. Constructed from solid bleached irish sycamore the seat back consists of sixteen spindles with a removable fabric cover. On the underside the legs are blended into the seat.

G1 Glasses
The character of the G1 Glasses comes as much from the materials as the shape. Formed plywood frames and temples are connected by a CNC machined aluminum armature. This armature also incorporates the custom brass hinge. Available in teak and natural aluminum with brown lens or black stained ash and black anodized aluminum with black lens.

Waterford Lamp
This pendant lamp consists of a thick, clear glass shade hand blown in Waterford, Ireland. A machined aluminum hanger suspends the shade from the grey braided cable. The lamp is finished with a hand stitched filament bulb.

Designer: NTN

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