or the first time, Franck Muller reimagines its iconic Crazy Hours complication, fully skeletonised. This intricate design reveals the inner workings of the watch, showcasing meticulously engineered gears, bridges, and components that power its whimsical, non-linear hour display.
The open-worked dial allows enthusiasts to appreciate the complexity and ingenuity of the mechanism, turning timekeeping into an art form. The skeletonised movement highlights the harmony between delicate craftsmanship and avant-garde design, making this timepiece not only a visual spectacle but also a testament to Franck Muller’s commitment to precision and innovation.
The playful, unpredictable hour display, coupled with vivid colour accents on the open-worked dial, captures the exhilarating pulse of the racetrack while evoking the energy of Las Vegas’ neon lights and vibrant nightlife. Housed in a carbon Vanguard case, the Vanguard Crazy Hours Vegas Racing showcases a perfect fusion of innovation and striking design.
The caseback, adorned with iconic playing card motifs, reveals the skeletonised movement, paying homage to Las Vegas’ renowned entertainment and racing legacy. This intricate detail captures the city’s spirit of spectacle and adventure, seamlessly blending elegance with audacity.
With only 77 pieces available, the Vanguard Crazy Hours Vegas Racing is more than just a timepiece; it’s a celebration of speed, innovation, and the unmistakable allure of Las Vegas. This limited edition invites collectors and enthusiasts to experience the thrill of the racetrack and the vibrant pulse of the city, all captured within a striking work of horological art.
Since the earliest sundials, the watch hands have always moved in chronological order from 1 to 12. Crazy Hours offers a new reading of time. The numerals on the dial of the Crazy Hours are presented unconventional order in celebration of non conformity. The inspiration of the colours used in this Vegas Edition comes from the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada” iconic sign.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Reference V 45 CH SQT RCG VEGAS CARBONE (ER)
Functions
- Disordered Jumping Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Movement
- MVD 2800-CHRS
- Bidirectional automatic movement
- 42 hours power reserve
- 201 components
- Diameter: Ø 26,2 mm
- Thickness: 5,6 mm
- Balance wheel frequency set to 28,800 vibrations per hour
Decoration
- Côtes de Genève on the bridges, rotor plate and additional plate
- Perlage on the mainplate
- Beveling on the additional-plate springs and rotor plate
- Diamond polishing on the sinks and bridge bevels
- Sunray brushing on the bridges, rotor segment, bearing cage and barrel cover
- Circular satin brushing on the wheels
- Snailing on the ratchets
- Satin brushing on the additional-plate springs
Instructions
- Dual-Position Crown: 1. Winding. 2. Setting the time
Case
- Vanguard case
- Water resistant up to 30 meters
- Width: 44 mm. Length: 53.7 mm. Thickness: 15.1 mm
- Aerospace grade carbon made from 150 layers of compressed carbon fibers Red ergal inserts on both sides of the case
- Sapphire crystal
Bracelet
- Hand sewn suede strap
Buckle
- Stainless steel folding buckle with black PVD coating