Franck Muller 8885 Casablanca Chronograph SS Black Dial

The Franck Muller Casablanca Chronograph ref. 8885 C CC DT is a large stainless steel take on the brand's signature Cintree Curvex case, here paired with a black dial that gives the watch a more direct, sportier look. Produced during the early modern years of the Casablanca line, this reference is most often seen in examples from the 2000s into the 2010s. At 39 mm by 55 mm, the case has real wrist presence, but it keeps the curved, ergonomic shape that defines Franck Muller's best-known designs. The automatic movement powers a chronograph with date, adding everyday function to a case that is unmistakably Franck Muller. The exact caliber is not consistently published in public reference material, but the watch fits squarely within the brand's run of automatic chronographs from the period. The Casablanca collection holds a distinct place in the Franck Muller catalog. Its Arabic numerals and Art Deco lean give it a different feel from the brand's more formal complications, and the use of steel makes it especially appealing for daily wear. On this version, the black dial heightens the contrast of the luminous numerals and chronograph registers, giving the watch a strong, legible layout. This reference is not identified in available public data as a limited edition or country-specific release. Its appeal is in the design itself: the long curved case, the black dial, and the particular character of the Casablanca family. For a buyer looking at early 21st-century independent watchmaking, the 8885 C CC DT offers size, personality, and a clear period Franck Muller point of view. Like New with Franck Muller box and undated papers.