Overview
The Franck Muller Vanguard Lady Crazy Hours Color Dreams V35CHCOLDRM is a striking 2023 creation that redefines traditional watchmaking with whimsical ingenuity. Measuring 35mm x 48mm in 18k rose gold, the case frames a silver dial illuminated with vibrant Color Dreams numerals, each placed out of sequence to highlight the jumping hour complication. Powered by the Caliber FM 2800 automatic movement, this timepiece pairs playfulness with mechanical mastery. Delivered on a white alligator strap with rose gold tang buckle, it also includes three additional colored straps, offering versatile styling to match its spirited character.
Collector Insight
Franck Muller’s Crazy Hours complication has become one of the maison’s most iconic innovations since its debut in 2003. The ingenious design disrupts conventional dial layouts by scattering the hour numerals, while the jumping mechanism ensures the hand leaps precisely to the next correct numeral every 60 minutes. The Color Dreams execution heightens the eccentricity with a joyful palette, appealing to collectors who value horological creativity paired with artisanal finishing. For enthusiasts, the Crazy Hours series embodies the bold identity that has cemented Franck Muller as the “Master of Complications.”
Highlights
- 35mm x 48mm 18k rose gold case
- Silver dial with vibrant Color Dreams numerals and blued steel hands
- Date window at 6 o’clock
- White alligator leather strap with 18k rose gold tang buckle
- Additional blue, pink, and red leather straps
- Franck Muller Caliber FM 2800 automatic movement
- Hours, minutes, seconds, date, and jumping hour functions
- 42-hour power reserve
- 30m water resistance
Condition
Very Good with minimal handling wear, preserving its original finish. Subtle marks may be visible under magnification but are not apparent in normal lighting. Fully tested for accuracy before listing, presented unpolished.
Set and Contents
Complete set including Franck Muller presentation box, papers, and warranty card dated 2023. Covered under Franck Muller’s international warranty through 2025.
Why This Watch
The Vanguard Lady Crazy Hours Color Dreams offers one of Franck Muller’s most recognizable and imaginative complications in a luxurious 18k rose gold execution. With its colorful design, jumping hours, and versatile strap set, this reference is both a conversation piece and a collector’s prize. Its 2023 production year, strong condition, and warranty coverage make it an especially attractive acquisition. |
