Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces...

Hong Kong, Nov 25, 2023

LOT 24

FRANCK MULLER, REF. 8880MB L DT, MASTER BANKER, THREE-TIME ZONE, 18K WHITE GOLD

HKD 60,000 - 100,000

USD 7,700 - 12,800 / CHF 6,900 - 11,500 / EUR 7,200 - 11,900

Sold: HKD 75,000

A fine and rare, 18k white gold, self winding «tonneau-shaped», gentleman’s wristwatch with black dial, centre-seconds, three-time zone, date and moon phases.


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 1-01

As new

HANDS Original

Brand Franck Muller

Model Master Banker

Reference 8880MB L DT

Year circa 2015

Case No. 179

Bracelet 18K white gold FM buckle

Length 46mm

Caliber 2800 SC ( based on ETA 2892-A)

Width 40mm

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories FM fitted box, service card

Notes

Franc Muller, «Master Banker», three-time zone 
The «Master Banker» has been created for businessmen who are constantly on the move. It concentrates on the essence of complications and offers three different time zones adjustable with the same crown. This apparently simple feat is actually very difficult to implement through the same crown. This achievement relies on the fact the movement composing the «Master Banker» has been designed from the ground up and thus required several years of development. Finally, to complete the series, the «Master Banker» is also available with a moon phase or a tourbillon.