Gearheads, rejoice! The MB&F HM8 Mark 2 saga continues with a stunning new chapter: the HM8 Mark 2 Blue. This limited edition of 33 pieces takes inspiration from the world of high-performance automobiles, just like its predecessors. The HM8 Mark 2 Blue’s most striking feature is its mesmerizing, deep sapphire blue body. This isn’t just any blue; it’s achieved using metallic pigments—the same kind found in luxurious car paints. The process of incorporating these pigments into the translucent resin is a closely guarded secret, involving precise timing, temperature control, and mixing techniques. This technique isn’t just lip service to car design—MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser’s childhood dream was to be a car designer. His passion translates into a series of “machines” inspired by iconic sports cars. The HM8 Mark 2 Blue combines the best elements of these predecessors: the sleek supercar styling of the HM5, the compact size of the HMX, and the exposed mechanics of the HM8.
Housed within a lightweight, aerodynamic shell of CarbonMacrolon and Grade 5 titanium, the HM8 Mark 2 Blue is a true supercar for your wrist. The complex sapphire crystal offers a clear view of the intricate movement within. Yet the HM8 Mark 2 Blue isn’t just about looks—it’s a true driver’s watch. Just like the cars that inspire it, the HM8 Mark 2 Blue features a unique lateral time display, which allows you to check the time with a quick glance while keeping your hands firmly on the wheel (or, perhaps, on your keyboard).
The magic behind the time display lies in a combination of mechanical and optical engineering. The automatic movement’s hour and minute discs are positioned horizontally and then optically magnified and projected vertically thanks to high-precision sapphire crystal prisms.
