Franck Muller - Giga Tourbillon Round Skeleton Ref. 7049

Franck Muller – GIGA Tourbillon Round Skeleton

New for 2012, Franck Muller unveils the new version of the “Giga Tourbillon”, a breathtaking timepiece that received widespread attention in 2011, most notably from yours truly.  Unlike last year’s tonneau-shaped case with black PVD treatment, this piece is in a round, white gold case — a much better look.  The watch is fitted with an enormous tourbillon — it measures 20 mm in diameter and the tourbillon cage is shaped into the letters “FM”. 
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The symmetrical skeletonization and finishing of the dial and movement (note the hand-chamfering i.e. beveled edges) completes the look by allowing for full visibility of the dial-side movement (yes, the movement has been reversed). 

Franck Muller Giga Tourbillon Round

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Speaking of which, the movement delivers a 10-day power reserve via four 16mm barrels (4 mm wider than traditional ones), and the hour-setting and winding section located on the case-back side and the hours hand positioned on top of the minutes hand.   A truly amazing piece!

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Specifications:

 

Reference : 7049 T G SQT
 

Caliber : FM 2100
Movement : Manually-wound mechanical movement Curvex, hand-fitting decentred, 4 barrels
Dimensions of movement : Ø 40.5 mm
Display : Hours, minutes and optional second on the tourbillon
Functions : Winding-shaft with two positions
Power Reserve : 10 days
Frequency : 18’000 vibrations/ hour
Tourbillon : Ø 20 mm
Number of Components : 240
Number of Jewels : 29
Water-resistance : 3 ATM
Movement Decoration : Engraving, rhodium plating, circular graining, hand-chamfered
Case : Round : 18 carats white gold
Case Dimensions : Ø 49 mm
Strap : Hand-sewn black alligator strap

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