There are few watches on the market today that are as timeless and iconic as those designed by Max Bill for the German watchmaker, Junghans. The Max Bill line is undoubtedly a master class in form and function, and the timepieces sold by Junghans today are largely unchanged from their 60s predecessors. Any new entries into the Max Bill line remain largely true to Bill’s original vision.
One such entry is the Max Bill Automatic Anthracite (Ref. 3401). Released in 2014, the 3401 is nearly identical to the 3400 model, but repackaged in a bold new color palette. And it’s this color palette that sold me on the watch. It might not be pure Bauhaus, but neither was Max Bill. Let’s get to it.
I absolutely love this watch. Every bit of it.
This watch has one of the most attractive dials I’ve seen in a long time.
As a owner of the 34mm handwinder with no numbers I would say the Max Bill is my favourite watch. These new color palette makes the watch even more stunning and modern.
How was the crystal coating held up?
The coating held up quite well. In fact I think it helps a lot in keeping the crystal scratch free. After 7 months of ownership the crystal looks still immaculate. Anyway I imagine it can be chipped quite easily if banged on a corner or something like that.
If you happen to admire minimal design as I do, this watch is a winner………. as well as the 34mm Max Bill
I have a 6.75 wrist (that’s my wrist in the photos) and I have to disagree. I can’t imagine it being even a mm larger.
Sorry to say that, but it seems you are a victim of the modern frisbee-watches era. Max Bill 3401 looks just perfect on the wrist, even 2 mm plus can ruin the harmony.
Where is that replacement band from?
Yes, I also would like to know where the replacement band comes from. Which label is it?
Would this be better handwound with a displayback ?
Hi Ilya Ryvin, please can you tell me from which brand/label is the wonderful shell cordovan strap in whiskey and where can I buy it? It matches very well to the dial.