{"id":969,"date":"2024-09-25T02:25:27","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T02:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sincerewatch.com\/70anniversary\/?p=969"},"modified":"2024-09-25T02:25:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T02:25:27","slug":"franck-muller-vanguard-damascus-steel-sincere-platinum-jubilee-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sincerewatch.com\/70anniversary\/franck-muller-vanguard-damascus-steel-sincere-platinum-jubilee-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"Franck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

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IN CELEBRATION OF SINCERE FINE WATCHES’ <\/span>70TH ANNIVERSARY, FRANCK MULLER UNVEILS THE LIMITED 28-PIECE VANGUARD DAMASCUS STEEL SINCERE PLATINUM JUBILEE EDITION<\/span><\/h3>\r\n

Commemorating Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th Anniversary, Franck Muller proudly presents the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition. Limited to 28 pieces, this special edition showcases the brand’s dedication to innovation and craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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The Franck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition was specially created <\/em>to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Sincere Fine Watches.<\/em><\/p>\r\n

Franck Muller has long been an embodiment of contemporary haute horlogerie, known for its fiercely independent spirit and expertise in pushing boundaries with novel materials and designs. The <\/span>Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is a testament to this legacy, marking a significant advancement in the fine craft of metallurgy.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

As its name suggests, this Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition utilises Damascus Steel, a unique material that combines different alloys of steel together. Originating from the city of Damascus in Syria, this outstanding material is renowned for its incredible strength and distinctive layered patterns. Over the years, Damascus steel has spread throughout the world, celebrated for its durability and striking appearance.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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Damascus Steel is an innovation which combines two different alloys of steel, resulting in a stronger and more resilient material with a striking appearance.<\/em><\/p>\r\n

The Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is crafted from a high-quality alloy of two austenitic stainless steels (316L and 304L), created through powder metallurgy, offering unparalleled strength and corrosion resistance. This innovative material combines two types of stacked steels, a process protected by an international patent which ensures high resistance to shocks and eliminates impurities, allowing the movement to function unhindered.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The use of Damascus Steel in the Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition was a deliberate choice, symbolising the enduring bond between Sincere Fine Watches and Franck Muller. The intricate layering of the two alloys forms the case of this timepiece and represents the unique relationship between the two entities. When Franck Muller was established in 1991, Sincere immediately recognised the brand’s potential, becoming one of the first retailers to integrate the marque into its portfolio, before eventually becoming their exclusive distributor in Southeast Asia in 1992. Since then, both parties have developed a strong partnership, collaborating closely and achieving significant milestones together.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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The Damascus Steel in the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition symbolises the enduring and flourishing partnership between Sincere Fine Watches and Franck Muller, reflecting their close-knit relationship and collaborative success since 1991.<\/em><\/p>\r\n

The case, entire skeletonised movement, crown and buckle of the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition are meticulously cut by in-house CNC machines from single blocks of Damascus steel. Each timepiece boasts a unique striated pattern, revealed through a precise acid bath process, mastered in-house by Franck Muller. Immersing the skeletonised movement in the acid bath is a carefully timed process lasting only a few minutes to avoid any deformation or shrinkage of the <\/span>material.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

With its spectacular case, skeletonised movement, crown and buckle all fully made of Damascus steel, the technological know-how that goes into each piece of the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is on full display. Unlike conventional steel, Damascus steel requires a careful polishing process to maintain its distinctive design, ensuring an impeccable finish that showcases Franck Muller\u2019s commitment to excellence.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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The calibre MVT FM 1740-VS2 found in the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition <\/em>operates at a frequency of 2.5Hz and has an impressive power reserve of 7 days.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Tantalisingly openworked, the calibre MVT FM 1740-VS2 found in the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition has been skeletonised to a refined depth, revealing its intricate architecture of Damascus steel bridges.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Its elaborate inner workings are perfectly framed by a rose gold flange, which is complemented seamlessly by the hour, minute and second hands, side inserts and crown cap, all also flawlessly crafted from rose gold.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

A white sapphire seconds counter ring positioned at 6 o\u2019clock is also adorned with seconds markers made of rose gold.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Operating at 2.5Hz and boasting a 7-day power reserve, the skeletonised calibre MVT FM 1740-VS2 is a testament to Franck Muller’s impeccable craftsmanship, highlighted through a variety of meticulously executed finishing techniques. The regulator assembly is adorned with mirror polishing, while the mainplate, bridges, and regulator assembly feature precise beveling. Flank drawing enhances the mainplate and bridges, adding depth to the intricate skeletonised design. The sinks are finished with diamond polishing, and the wheels are circular satin brushed, emphasising the movement’s refined details. Satin brushing on the mainplate and bridges further complements the movement’s sophisticated aesthetic, resulting in a visually stunning and technically impressive timepiece.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

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Mirror and diamond polishing, precise beveling, flank drawing and satin brushing are just some of the finishing techniques that are on display in the skeletonised calibre MVT FM 1740-VS2, impeccably executed by Franck Muller for the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition.<\/em><\/p>\r\n

Enhancing the striking design of the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is a sleek black alligator leather strap, accented by rose gold-coloured stitching. Every design detail has been thoughtfully considered, including that of the buckle, crafted from Damascus steel, featuring a rose gold FM emblem. This attention to detail underscores the brand\u2019s dedication to creating timepieces that are not only technically superior but also visually stunning. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

The Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition embodies Franck Muller’s spirit of innovation, pushing the boundaries of materials and design. This exceptional timepiece is a testament to the brand’s mastery of complex machining techniques, executed entirely in-house. By exploring the possibilities of different and unique materials, Franck Muller continues to offer unparalleled collections that blend tradition with modernity.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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The 28-piece limited Franck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition<\/a><\/span> will be available at all Sincere Fine Watches Boutiques with a retail price of SGD $71,100 (including GST).<\/span><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":970,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[141],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-969","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-franck-muller","post_term-post"],"yoast_head":"\nFranck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition - SINCERE PLATINUM JUBILEE<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Commemorating Sincere Fine Watches' 70th Anniversary, Franck Muller proudly presents the Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition, limited to 28 pieces.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/sincerewatch.com\/70anniversary\/franck-muller-vanguard-damascus-steel-sincere-platinum-jubilee-edition\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Franck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition - 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