Franck Muller Chronograph Double Face 2870 NA DF

Franck Muller Ref. 2870 NADF A rare and attractive pink gold double-faced chronograph wristwatch with two-tone silvered dials, pulsations, telemeter and tachymeter scales, certificate of origin and presentation box

Manufacturer : Franck Muller Year : Circa 1998 Reference No : 2870 NADF Case No : 21 Model Name : Chronographe Double Face Material : 18k pink gold Calibre : Manual, cal. 1872, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Alligator Clasp/Buckle : 18k pink gold FM pin buckle Dimensions : 36mm Diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories : Accompanied by Franck Muller Certificate of Origin, hang tag, presentation box and outer packaging Famously known for being the acclaimed master of complications, Franck Muller has created some of the most technically challenging and ultra-complex timepieces packed with complications since he opened his own atelier in the early 1980s. Not only known for creating complicated timepieces, Franck Muller is also a trendsetter to an extent by being one of the pioneers of creating timepieces based off incredible vintage models that has inspired a new appeal to the industry, which is evidently reflected in today's trend of vintage-inspired timepieces. Being one of Franck Muller's early creations during arguably the most fascinating period of the firm, the Double Face chronograph is a classic fully geared chronograph timepiece with two dials with the backside complete with pulsations, telemeter and tachymeter scales. Taking his inspiration from vintage Omega and Longines chronograph pocket watches, it is important to note that the concept was also perceived from a vintage Movado double faced chronograph. Powered by the manual winding Lemania cal. 1872, the legendary movement has powered many other iconic Franck Muller timepieces. While the Double Face Chronograph model was in production until 2010 with various dial designs, materials and case sizes ranging from 37mm to 44mm, pink gold cases like the present example are particularly rare especially when one compares to the yellow gold case. Notably, the revived Franck Muller 30th Anniversary 'Tribute' Double Sided Rattrapante Chronograph is evidently inspired by the present timepiece, with an additional split-seconds module.