Franck Muller Endurance 24 Split Second Chronograph

Technical characteristics

Date

Circa 1997

Type

Split second chronograph

Maker

Franck Muller

Model

Endurance 24

Movement

Caliber 7000, 25 jewels

Case Diameter

40 mm

Place recorded

Switzerland

Limited Edition

164/250

Maker / attribution

Franck Muller

Design

Visible features

• Cream dial with 24-hour markers • Three black chronograph sub-dials • Tachymeter scale on steel bezel • Split-second (rattrapante) pusher at 8 o'clock position

Case and Dial Architecture

The Endurance 24 features a stainless-steel case measuring 40 mm in diameter. The design includes a screwed-down case back, which is distinguished by an applied central gold commemorative medallion. The bezel is fixed and engraved with a tachometer scale reaching 1000 units per hour. A sapphire crystal protects the dial, and screw-down chronograph pushers are integrated into the case sides, alongside a dedicated pusher for the split-second function located on the left side of the case at the 8 o'clock position. The dial is finished in cream and utilizes a 24-hour time display format with luminous Arabic numerals. Three recessed black registers track chronograph activity, specifically small seconds, 12-hour recording, and 30-minute recording. A black outer track facilitates the reading of elapsed time with 1/5th second increments. Timekeeping and timing data are indicated by blued steel luminous hands that contrast with the light-colored dial surface.

Movement and Functionality

The timepiece is powered by the Franck Muller Caliber 7000, a self-winding mechanism built with 25 jewels. This movement powers the chronograph functions, which are operated via the screw-down pushers on the side of the case. The split-second (rattrapante) mechanism allows for the timing of intermediate intervals independently of the main chronograph hand, a feature controlled by the pusher positioned at the 8 o'clock mark on the case. The movement is signed by the manufacturer, consistent with the branding on the dial and the exterior of the stainless-steel case.

Identification and Provenance

This watch is identified as part of a limited edition of 250 pieces, specifically numbered 164 in the series. The branding 'Endurance 24' is displayed on the dial, referencing the model's specialized 24-hour readout. The object is presented as a complete unit featuring a Franck Muller stainless-steel buckle attached to its strap. The auction house classifies the condition of the watch using their internal grading system, assigning an 'AA' grade overall, with the dial categorized as '1-01 As new' and the movement as '1* As new'.

Identification

Serial number

164/250

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.