Franck Muller Casablanca 10th Anniversary
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2006
Maker / issuer
Franck MullerThis Franck Muller Casablanca 10th Anniversary wristwatch, reference 8880 C NR, is a limited edition piece produced in 2006 to mark a decade of the Casablanca collection.
The watch features a large tonneau-shaped case finished with a PVD coating, measuring 39 mm by 47 mm with a thickness of 16 mm. It is powered by the self-winding Caliber 2800, which includes 21 jewels and is decorated with fausses cotes and a platinum rotor segment. The movement is adjusted to six positions and temperatures, featuring a straight-line lever escapement and micrometer regulator. The dial is black, displaying luminous radial Arabic numerals and luminous blued steel lozenge hands.
The watch is completed with a matching PVD-coated buckle and is water-resistant. The dial, case, and movement are signed by the manufacturer, and the movement is stamped with the Geneva Quality Mark.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Tonneau-shaped wristwatch
- Model
- Casablanca 10th Anniversary
- Movement
- Cal. 2800
- Reference
- 8880 C NR
- Thickness
- 16 mm
- Manufacturer
- Franck Muller
- Certification
- Geneva Quality Mark
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case Dimensions
- 39 x 47 mm
- Limited Edition
- 500 pieces
- Maker / attribution
- Franck Muller
Design
- Visible features
- • Large tonneau-shaped case with PVD finish • Radial luminous Arabic numerals on black dial • Distinctive '10' anniversary emblem above the word 'Casablanca' • Luminous blued steel hands
- Case and Dial Design
- The watch features a distinctive tonneau-shaped case measuring 39 mm by 47 mm with a thickness of 16 mm. Constructed as a two-body design, the case is PVD-coated and secured with a case back held by four screws, incorporating a sapphire crystal for protection. The dial is black and characterized by large, luminous radial Arabic numerals, designed for legibility. The time is indicated by luminous blued steel lozenge-shaped hands.
- Condition and Attribution
- The auction description reports that the object is a fine, large wristwatch originating from Geneva. The dial and the case are both reported to be in excellent to very good condition, specifically graded as '1' (as new) for the dial and '2' (very good) for the case. The watch is sold with its original Franck Muller buckle, which matches the PVD finish of the case.
- Movement and Technical Features
- Powering this timepiece is the self-winding Caliber 2800 movement. The movement contains 21 jewels and utilizes a straight-line lever escapement with a monometallic balance and a self-compensating flat balance spring. Technical performance is managed via a micrometer regulator. The balance is adjusted for both temperature and six positions to maintain accuracy. A notable detail of this movement is the use of a platinum rotor segment, which contributes to the winding efficiency of the caliber.
Identification
- Reference
- 8880 C NR
- Serial number
- 211/500
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement overhaul recommended by the auction house
- Research required: Exact material composition of the case back not specified beyond PVD-coated description