Events Roundup Part 3: MB&F LM Split Escapement.

Maximilian Büsser was in Singapore earlier this year and we were privileged to see the MB&F Legacy Machine Split Escapement at L'Atelier by The Hour Glass.

Unlike the other LMs, the lever escapement is hidden under the dial, thus the name Split Escapement. The one of the challenges highlighted by Max was the fabrication of the long balance staff needed for the split configuration. This innovation results in a cleaner-looking dial and the illusion of the balance wheel oscillating (at 2.5Hz) on its own.   

MB&F worked of Stephen McDonnell in the movement design. Geneva stripes and hand finished anglage were done on all bridges.

L-R: Rutheniun, Yellow gold, Rose gold and Blue frosted dails in 18k white gold case, limited to 18pieces each.

Push-button for quick adjustment of the date.

A triple dial design with the time at 12 o'clock, power reserve is at 4 o'clock and the date at 8 o'clock.  

Close-up of the lovely frosted finish on the dial . The same technique can be found in the LM101 frost. 

Part 2 here >>> TAG Heuer, Only Watch Exhibition