905Σ︎
Franck Muller
Ref. 7000 CC R DF ARB White
30th Anniversary 'Tribute' Double Sided Rattrapante Chronograph “Arabian Panda”
A fascinating and elegant limited edition stainless steel double-dialed split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with Eastern Arabic numerals, telemeter, tachymeter and pulsations scale, certificate and presentation box, numbered 8 of 20 pieces made for Grail Watch
Full-Cataloguing
- Numbered 8 of 20 pieces limited edition made for Grail Watch
- White dial with black accents and Eastern Arabic numerals
- Rattrapante chronograph with pulsometer, tachymeter and telemeter on the caseback
Showcasing a fusion of sophistication and skilled craftsmanship, the Double Sided Chronograph like the present example, features a guilloché dial, traditional design elements, and intricacy, complete with a split seconds chronograph movement and a pulsation measurement on the reverse side. Together with Grail Watch and Wei Koh (Revolution), Franck Muller re-introduced the present example, along side two other historical references, in a limited edition as an homage to its founder, maintaining not only faithful designs but also incorporating identical, new-old-stock movements.
All numerals of the “Arabian Panda” are replaced with Eastern Arabic numerals. The front gives full attention to the split seconds hand with classically placed subcounters at 3 and 9 and the hours/minutes indication in a counter at 6 o'clock. The back has an oversized, one-minute register with center seconds as well as a pulsometer, tachymeter and telemeter, operated by the chronograph buttons. Due to its large display, the scales are significantly easier to read than on an ordinary chronograph.
Preserved in excellent condition, and a true symbol of a bygone era where independent watchmaking was still in its infancy, the present Double Sided Chronograph is complete with its set of accessories and is further numbered 8 out of a limited edition 20 examples made.
Franck Muller
Swiss | 1991Specializing in top-quality timepieces, Swiss watchmaking company Franck Muller was founded in 1991 in Geneva. The company was named after watchmaker Franck Muller, also known as the "Master of Complications," and Vartan Sirmakes, Co-Founder and CEO of the Franck Muller Group. Shortly after graduating from watchmaking school in the 1980s, Muller was among the first to create his own tourbillon wristwatch, along with world-renowned brands Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin.
In addition to Muller's fine craftsmanship and intricate complications, the brand is often recognized for its modern designs and colorful flare. To date, the brand's notable lines are the Curvex, Crazy Hours, Casablanca, Conquistador, Long Island and Aeternitas, as well as Revolution2 and Revolution3.