MB&F HM4 Thunderbolt considers legible time 'a fringe benefit' (video)

This isn't just a watch, it's a horological machine. The HM4 Thunderbolt, recently unveiled by designer Maximilian Busser, represents an intriguing mixture of high-grade materials, precision engineering, and outlandishly macho design. The case is composed of titanium and sapphire -- which collectively take over 200 hours of machining and finishing to achieve the desired aerodynamic look -- while ensconced within it are over 300 parts composing a "transcendental" engine. We can't say we're not attracted by the bullet-shaped dials offering us our time with a side order of superfly, but then the $158,000 price tag ensures that we won't be able to do something foolish like buying one for ourselves. See the HM4 on video after the break.

[Sherifftruman Posted Jul 7th 2010 9:41AM]

What, no tourbillion? Color me dissapointed.

[Ali78 Posted Jul 7th 2010 9:58AM]

I prefer an exotic car over this...

[maveric101 Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:01AM]

:( all the watches i would actually wear cost $100k+.

[BabylonSlim Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:03AM]

All money no taste.

[psiberman Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:12AM]

Hmmm. Sorry to troll. But Engadget seems to have copied news of this watch successfully from Gizmodo, but not the article about Applecare admitting the iPhone 4 software fix will not fix antenna issues... I'm not a fanboi and I have said iPhone4, but must say I'm finding Engadgets coverage and stance on the issue is a little too pro Cupertino for my liking!

Downrank away!

[metaluna21 Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:12AM]

http://outlandinstitute.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/johnny5.jpg

They should have named it the J5

[Shawn Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:13AM]

Damn this is a seriously beautiful piece of exquisite artwork, or jewelery as the case may be. Definitely unique design. As much as I love watches, even if I could drop $158k on a watch, don't think I will. Crazy.

[caprice Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:56AM]

ah I love The Rocketeer!

[xdeiri Posted Jul 7th 2010 11:11AM]

watch for your money

[Steafan Posted Jul 7th 2010 11:11AM]

so now I won't spill my drink while checking the time

[Killing Time Posted Jul 7th 2010 11:38AM]

unfortunately i read "holographic," expectations then set high, i was thoroughly underwhelmed by what i saw next.

[Grape Drink Posted Jul 7th 2010 11:56AM]

If I saw someone wearing this ridiculous time piece, I would have the overwhelming urge to punch them.

Its too bad a kick ass designer like this crafted such a cock watch. And of course there will be plenty of assholes buying it. Money will never buy class!

[WackyD Posted Jul 7th 2010 10:29PM]

You need Mickey Mouse to open the thing!!!!
For 158k He BETTER come with it!!!