MB&F Launch the Legacy Machine Sequential Flyback Platinum
The Legacy Machine Sequential - Photo Courtesy of MB&F
With the launch of the MB&F Legacy Machine Sequential Flyback, MB&F takes a new approach to their Legacy Machine Series. In this instance, MB&F have taken a watch developed for the EVO treatment, and turned it into a Legacy Machine. In previous iterations, MB&F has developed watches specifically for the Legacy Machine EVO series, or taken a classic Legacy Machine version of the watch and given it the EVO treatment. The “EVO” line of watches, their more ruggedized, waterproof, and life-proof sport watch line, MB&F have gone the opposite way with the Legacy Machine Sequential. This is not a bad thing, in fact the outcome is a stunningly elegant watch, and this move feels timely, as the market appears to be gravitating toward more classic designs.
Limited to 33 pieces, the LM Sequential features a platinum case with white lacquered dials and blued hands. The design continuity of the Legacy Machine series means it feels right at home as a Legacy Machine, and you can certainly see that MB&F have left themselves room for future variants with different cases and baseplates. The LM Perpetual EVO and the LM Split Escapement EVO were both Legacy Machines before they received the EVO Treatment, which makes me wonder what other EVO projects Max, Stephen, and Serge have in store for us. Perhaps we will see an EVO Flyback edition in the future (I’ll keep my fingers crossed for Watches & Wonders 2025).
The Legacy Machine Sequential - Photo Courtesy of MB&F
MB&F have used their experience with conical gears to incline the time-telling dial towards the wearer and making it easier to read the time. This feature, an expansion of the development of the LMX and the Legacy Machine Flying T, enhances the personal connection between the wearer and the watch, as if time exists solely for them.
More importantly, Stephen McDonnell wanted to go the extra step and add flyback functionality for immediate restart of the chronograph. This was achieved using a patented jeweled roller system, ensuring smooth flyback action and silky button actuation. Having had the opportunity to wear the LM Sequential and test this functionality, I can attest to the smoothness of the flyback functionality.
The platinum case adds a wonderful heft and a significant wrist presence. Although the case is large, the Legacy Machine Sequential appears more open and the lacquer dials draw in more light, giving it a classical look and glow. This configuration, however, makes the watch appear larger than its EVO counterpart on the wrist.
The Legacy Machine Sequential - Photo Courtesy of MB&F
That said, the LM Sequential retains the elegance and refinement of a more classic watch, appealing to those who loved the elegance of the Legacy Machine Perpetual, or those who have longed for an EVO, but the rubber strap and sport stylings unsuitable for their wardrobe. While the EVO might be sportier, the LM Sequential is a true gentleman’s chronograph that is actually useful in real life scenarios.
This limited edition, likely the first of a few configurations we will see, is available for CHF 188,000 + VAT. For more information, you can visit MB&F or any of their retail partners.
