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Now, this is certainly one thing you do not see very often. Maximilian Büsser & Friends is a relatively new brand in the replica watch industry – their first replica watch was released in 2006. All of their timepieces feature unusual design, and unique craftsmanship - so unique that MB&F refer to their timepieces as "horological machines" (hence the HM in the title of their collection) rather than just 'replica watches'. In fact, MB&F describe themselves as an artistic and micro-engineering concept laboratory, where horological experts are gathered to design and craft radical Horological Machines. Recently, they've added a new model to their Frog line, the Poison Dart Frog.
The original Frog model was introduced two years ago. Somewhat of a revolutionary design, HM3 Frog introduced bold shapes into a mostly conventional world of horology. Instead of a classic case and layout, Frog showcased two domes for indicators, resembling a pair of amphibian eyes. The unusual technology proved to be a success and now the company has launched a limited edition, called Poison Dart Frog.
First thing that comes to one's mind when looking at this replica watch is its unusual design, but well-known to all appreciators of the original Frog model. Indeed, you can hardly find anything similar. So, from the designer's aspect, that is quite an extraordinary replica watch , but does it live up to its looks, as far as mechanics is concerned?
The original Frog model was launched two years ago
Again, like in the original model, the Poison Dart Frog has two semi-spherical domes on its case; one for hours and one for minutes. The case is fairly large, measuring 47mm x 50mm x 18mm, but with a design like this, any other smaller case just wouldn't do any justice to this unique creation. The sapphire crystal used in production is of highest quality, as it needed to be for such a high demanding engineering.  Black PVD-coated zirconium was used in the making of the case, along with 22k gold rotor and 18k yellow gold screws. Sounds pretty expensive, and the fact it will be offered in just 10 pieces makes this timepiece extremely desirable. Above the domes is the over-sized date indicator rolex presidential price . As for the movement, breitling navitimer world three-dimensional horological engine is in charge, powered by a Sowind base. And the quirky rotating domes receive information via ceramic ball bearings. A total of 304 components were used, including 36 fully-functional jewels.
From the aesthetics'point of view, that is not a too flashy of a timepiece, as the colors blend in quite nicely. Unlike original Frog blue PVD coating on the rotor, Poison Dart features a red gold rotor, which nicely complements the rest of the 'machine' clone watches . The black leather strap has a strong luxurious feel; hand-stitched alligator leather with 18K gold offers high fashion elegance, and titanium custom designed deployment buckle safely holds the whole thing together and ensures a firm grip.
The poison Dart is certainly one of the most unusual timepieces on the market, and its limited number only enhances its appeal. Of course, since this really is next to impossible to obtain, you can always go for the regular Frog model.