In the elegant and precise world of watchmaking, the series FlyingT of MB&F has distinguished itself as an iconic collection, attracting the attention of enthusiasts and collectors with its ability to combine technical innovation with the aesthetics of rare materials. This year, the tradition continues with the introduction of a new masterpiece: the LM FlyingT Onyx.
Since its inauguration in 2020, the FlyingT collection has been enriched annually with a fine stone dial, offering a visual journey through the treasures of the Earth. After exploring the depths of Lapis Lazuli, the liveliness of Malachite, the intensity of Tiger’s Eye and the passion of the Ruby Heart, the series now welcomes onyx, in an elegance that celebrates the fusion between tradition and avant-gardism.
The integration of onyx, a stone as black as the starless night, in an 18-carat yellow gold case, recalls the classic watches of yesteryear, while infusing a breath of modernity through design and technology. The choice of onyx is not accidental; this fine stone is renowned for its intensity and its ability to capture the very essence of elegance.
However, what truly sets the LM FlyingT Onyx apart is its complexity hidden beneath its apparent simplicity. Far from being a simple flat plate, the onyx dial is sculpted with three-dimensional precision, allowing not only the asymmetry required for the central tourbillon but also the thickness variations required by the movement components. This technical challenge is accentuated by the formation of the onyx into a majestic dome, encapsulating the mystery and magic of this timepiece.
The watch is designed to be an intimate extension of its wearer. Positioned at 7 o’clock, the hours and minutes are revealed through serpentine hands on a 50° inclined dial – a secret shared only with the wearer. At its heart, a 60-second flying tourbillon rises, symbolizing the union between the passing of time and the eternity captured by the stone.
Housed in a compact 38.5mm case, the LM FlyingT Onyx is not just an aesthetic marvel; it is also a technical feat. With a FlyingT caliber powered by a sun-shaped rotor, this piece offers a remarkable 100-hour autonomy, promising an uninterrupted adventure through time.
As for its acquisition, the watch jewel is offered at a price before taxes of CHF 114,000 / USD 133,000 / EUR 120,000, a sum that reflects not only the sophistication of its design but also the uniqueness of its essence. The LM FlyingT Onyx is not simply a watch; it is a wearable work of art, a tribute to watchmaking innovation and a timeless symbol of elegance.
