The Basics
After working for nearly 45 hours without a break, it’s been a long tiring day and energy levels are low. While it was relatively easy to sit up straight at the start of the day, fatigue has now set in, back languidly bends, head hits lap. ‘Mr. Up’ has become ‘Mr. Down’. But before Mr. Down shuts off completely, an invigorating influx of energy lifts his head, straightens his back and brightens his spirits. Mr. Up has been brought back to life! Welcome to the world of Legacy Machine N°1 Xia Hang. Welcome to the world of Mr. Up and Mr. Down, a collaboration between MB&F and Chinese artist Xia Hang. Legacy Machine N°1 Xia Hang (LM1 Xia Hang) retains all of the 19th century pocket watch-inspired features of the original LM1, including the majestically suspended slowly oscillating balance wheel and dual time indications that can be set completely independently, but with a twist: the power reserve is indicated by a miniature, highly-polished aluminium man, designed by talented Chinese sculptor, Xia Hang. The man sits up straight when the movement is fully wound (Mr. Up) and gradually slumps over as the power diminishes (Mr. Down). Legacy Machine N°1 Xia Hang is a limited edition of 12 pieces in red gold and 12 pieces in white gold. Each Machine is accompanied by a pair of stainless steel sculptures: large-scale versions of Mr. Up and Mr. Down signed by Xia Hang.
| Brand: | MB&F |
| Family: | Legacy Machines |
| Reference: | 52.RL.W |
| Name: | Legacy Machine N°1 LM1 Xia Hang Red Gold |
| Produced: | 2014 – 2014 |
| Limited: | Yes, 12 units |
Below is a detailed look at MB&F’s model 52.RL.W from Legacy Machines watch family, including the price, case details and movement features.
The Details
MB&F’s Legacy Machine N°1 LM1 Xia Hang Red Gold (52.RL.W) was originally released in 2014 – 2014. This watch features a hand-wound movement beating at a frequency of 18000 bph ( 3 Hz) to provide a 45-hour power reserve when fully wound.
The Case
The red gold case measures 44mm in diameter and roughly 16mm thick. The round case is paired with a white color dial with proprietary-shaped hands, and a roman numerals hour markers and minute track, covered by a sapphire glass. MB&F’s Legacy Machines model 52.RL.W water resistance is not available. This does not mean this watch is not water resistant. A display caseback is over the back of the watch case.
| Material: | Red Gold |
| Glass: | Sapphire |
| Back: | Display |
| Shape: | Round |
| Diameter: | 44mm |
| Height: | 16mm |
| Lug Width: | N/Amm |
| W/R: | N/A |
Case Diameter
Case Thickness
Lug Width
Water Resistance
The Movement
The Legacy Machines 52.RL.W movement is a powered by caliber LM1 made by MB&F. The 23-jewel hand-wound movement is mm in diameter. Its balance wheel oscillates at 18,000 semi-oscillations per hour or 3 Hz. This movement offers a 45-hour power reserve.
| Type: | Hand-Wound |
| Brand: | MB&F |
| Caliber: | LM1 |
| Base: | N/A |
| Display: | Analog |
| Diameter: | mm |
| Jewels: | 23 |
| Reserve: | 45 hours |
| Frequency: | 18000 bph |
| Time: | Hours, Minutes, Additional 12 Hour Hand (adjustable) |
| Chronograph: | |
| Additionals: | Power Reserve Indicator |
The Price
How much does the MB&F’s Legacy Machines 52.RL.W cost? This watch was introduced in 2014 and has been in MB&F’s collection for around . This watch is a limited edition with just 12 pieces released. As with most luxury watches, the price of depends on the availability and demand.
CURRENT PRICE: Not Available
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Specifications:
- Brand: MB&F
- Model: Legacy Machine N°1 LM1 Xia Hang Red Gold
- Reference Number: 52.RL.W
- Limited: Yes, 12 units
Case & Dial:
- Material: Red Gold
- Glass: Sapphire
- Back: Display
- Diameter: 44
- Thickness: 16
- Lug Width: N/A
- Dial Color: White
- Indexes: Roman Numerals and Proprietary-shaped hands
- Water Resistance: N/A meters
Movement:
- Winding: Hand-Wound
- Brand: MB&F
- Caliber: LM1
- Display: Analog
- Diameter: mm
- Jewels: 23
- Power Reserve: 45 hours
- Frequency: 18000 bph
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Additional 12 Hour Hand (adjustable)
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Maximilian Busser and Friends, normally shortened down to MB&F, is a Swiss watch brand founded by Maximilian Busser in July 2005 and based in Geneva, Switzerland.
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