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MB&F Legacy Machine 101
Reference 51 · Stainless Steel
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About this reference
The MB&F Legacy Machine 101 in stainless steel was released in 2021 as a limited edition of 33 pieces. This reference is significant for being the first LM101 model to feature a steel case, a material rarely used by the brand outside of the Performance Art series. It houses the LM101 caliber, which was the first movement developed entirely in-house by MB&F, featuring a 14mm bespoke balance wheel suspended above the dial. The aesthetic is defined by a sunray purple dial plate and high-contrast white lacquer sub-dials for time and power reserve. On the secondary market, this specific reference typically trades in the $80,000 to $110,000 range. A notable production detail is that this 2021 edition introduced the "Evo" style technical updates to the standard LM101 line, including a larger dial opening and the removal of the "Legacy Machine" engraving on the movement bridges.
Auction track record
2 documented sales since 2023. Top hammer $52,920 at Christie's Dubai in 2024. Median hammer: $50,400.
Ranks #17 of 26 MB&F auction lots we track — see all MB&F records.
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| Lot | Year | Hammer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51W12535 · Legacy Machine 101 | 2024 | $52,920 | Christie's Dubai |
| 51.S1L.W · Legacy Machine 101 | 2023 | $50,400 | Christie's Hong Kong |
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