MB&F Legacy Machine 101 Macro Shots

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2014-08-25T02:55:45Z

Explore macro shots and first impressions of the MB&F Legacy Machine 101. Discover its Kari Voutilainen finishing and unique design.

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

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Jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) shares macro photography and initial impressions of his MB&F Legacy Machine 101 after two weeks of ownership. The post highlights the watch's unique aesthetic, the challenges of photographing its domed crystal, and the exquisite movement finishing by Kari Voutilainen.

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Almost 2 weeks owning this lovely LM 101 and still loving it a lot!

It's not the easiest watch to capture on photos especially the dial due to its very domed crystal but the movement at the back is a joy to capture on photos.

The finishing by Mr Kari Voutilainen is fantastic under a loupe.

I also hope to show more of the white dials - a translucent effect from white lacquer which makes it look like grand feu white enamel dials.

And the floating large balance wheel - a pure beauty to look at.

Some pics as promised to enjoy.

Cheers

Robin

This message has been edited by jrwong23 on 2014-08-25 04:56:23

Key Points from the Discussion

The author chose the white gold LM101 over rose gold due to a preference for the dark grey dial's versatility and modern-classical aesthetic, despite generally favoring rose gold's warmth.
The LM101 is noted for its wearability on smaller wrists, attributed to its 40mm size, thin bezel, large dial, and short, curved lugs, making it an accessible MB&F model.
A contributor questions whether the movement finishing is done by Kari Voutilainen himself or by his brand/workshop, a common point of clarification in independent watchmaking.
The LM101 is seen as a more 'wearable' and 'budget' entry into watches featuring Voutilainen-level finishing, contrasting with MB&F's more futuristic designs.
The author expresses gratitude for community encouragement, noting that positive feedback inspires more detailed posts and that a previous review of the LM101 by another PuristS inspired his own acquisition.

The Discussion

Ares501 - Mr Green

Aug 25, 2014

Candy for the eyes

Lovely shots Congrats & enjoy Best regards Damjan

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Aug 25, 2014

Candies indeed!

Thanks Damjan for your kind words. Hopefully not too many watch candies for us... bad for health and wallets! :) cheers robin

akitaishi

Aug 25, 2014

Lovely...

Watch, Robin. How does it wear on the wrist ?

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Aug 25, 2014

Nice on my small wrist

The watch looks bigger due to its thin bezel and large dial. At 40mm, it is ok even for my small wrist. The short lugs help too. This is the only MBF I can wear nicely without having a large watch on my small wrist. See pic below :) cheers robin

Darren

Aug 25, 2014

Simply incredible......

What a feast for the eyes, regardless of which side of the timepiece is face up. I continue to marvel at this one. Thanks for posting. Darren

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Aug 25, 2014

Glad you like it Darren

It is an incredible timepiece indeed, like all MB&Fs actually. Finally there's an MBF I can wear this year. Very happy! cheers robin