Franck Muller Vanguard Yachting SS White Dial

The Franck Muller Vanguard Yachting Chronograph ref. V 45 CC DT YACHTING translates the brand's signature tonneau architecture into a distinctly nautical register, combining the sculptural Vanguard case with a regatta-inspired dial layout. Produced within the modern Vanguard family and commonly seen in steel, this reference pairs a white dial with vivid blue Arabic numerals, a color treatment that gives the watch a crisp maritime identity and strong wrist presence. Its chronograph display is balanced by a date indication, making it one of the more practical sport-driven executions in the Franck Muller catalog. Power comes from the automatic caliber FM 7000-C2-DT, an in-house movement that reinforces the manufacture character collectors expect from the brand's higher-profile contemporary pieces. The oversized, curved case profile is central to the appeal, delivering the bold ergonomics and visual depth that have made the Vanguard line one of Franck Muller's most recognizable modern designs. The Yachting variant is especially notable for its compass- and deck-inspired visual cues, which distinguish it from the more conventional chronograph references in the collection. In steel, the watch occupies an appealing middle ground in the lineup, offering the same dramatic case form and mechanical substance as precious-metal versions with a more understated, versatile presentation. While not identified in available public sources as a country-specific or boutique-limited edition, it remains a niche and collector-aware configuration within the broader Vanguard range. For buyers drawn to contemporary independent-style Swiss watchmaking with strong design identity, the V 45 CC DT YACHTING stands as one of the more compelling sport chronographs in Franck Muller's modern production. Like New with Franck Muller box and undated papers.