Introduction
Founded in 1992 by Franck Muller and Vartan Sirmakes and known as the "Master of Complications," Franck Muller, the brand, has grown to become synonymous with complex microengineering, original whacky designs, and incredible attention to detail. Speaking to those traits, the watch we have here is a striking reminder of Franck Muller’s unique aesthetic, the Cintrée Curvex Grande Date ref. 8083 CC GD FOA. Featuring Franck Muller’s signature curved tonneau case design in stainless steel, this timepiece boasts a comfortable presence on the wrist that is almost entirely unique to Franck Muller. Sporting a stunningly unusual semi-skeletonized dial that is surrounded in red, this chronograph-wielding timepiece boasts a complicated display thanks to its twin subdials and exposed date wheels that make up its eponymous grande date at 7 o’clock. Fitted with Franck Muller’s iconic expoding Arabic numerals, this timepiece is a not-so-subtle reminder of Franck Muller’s unique take on horological design.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$6,000 – $12,000
The Details
Brand
Franck Muller
Dimensions
40mm x 56mm
Model
Cintrée Curvex Grande Date
Movement
Automatic
Reference
8083 CC GD FO
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
Circa 2010s
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Red (semi-skeletonized)
THE DIAL
Boasting a semi-skeletonized dial with red hemispheres at its top and bottom, the Cintrée Curvex Grande Date's display speaks to the unique take on horological design that Franck Muller has come to encapsulate.
THE CONSTRUCTION
While its stainless steel 40mm x 56mm cass might sound large, the Cintrée Curvex's short lugs and curved tonneau-shaped case wraps around the wrist in a manner that creates quite a comfortable wearing experience.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in excellent overall condition. Case shows minor signs of wear along the polished surfaces, with some hairlines and cuff wear. Watch comes with a deployant buckle and strap that fits an 8 1/4" wrist.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
Epitomizing the aesthetic uniqueness that Franck Muller has come to stand for over the last 10 or so years, the Cintrée Curvex Grande Date stands as one of Franck Muller's most prototypical designs.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
