Frank Muller V45 Yachting yacht series top Collectwatch

In the world of Top CollectWatches, details are never a supporting role but define the essence of luxury. When a watch dares to call itself "perfect details", it must have impeccable strength from the inside to the outside, from structure to touch. Today, what we bring is exactly such a work-the newly launched Franck Muller V45 Yachting yacht series watch (size 44x54mm) launched by ABF Factory. After more than 10 months of repeated polishing and calibration, this watch was finally released with the "highest quality" attitude, becoming the only top-level Collecton the market that can rival the original.

1. Case revolution: 100% original mold opening, sandwich structure to overcome technical difficulties

If a watch has a soul, then the case is the skeleton that carries it. ABF's biggest breakthrough this time is to achieve 100% original mold opening of Franck Muller's iconic "sandwich structure case". This structure is not simply stacked up and down, but is precisely composed of three layers: the outer layer, the inner side of the middle layer, and the bottom layer. Especially amazing is the middle medial oneBlue side slot, and the head positionProtruding blue ears——These two parts not only have jumping colors and strong visual impact, but also have a geometric increase in the difficulty of CNC cutting and polishing due to their special-shaped structures.

The ABF team admitted that it took more than four months to restore the color and assembly tolerances of these two blue parts alone. In order to reduce costs, ordinary factories often use plastic molds for injection molding, but ABF insists on using them.316 stainless steelMade of all metal, each watch case needs to go through three complete cycles of five-axis linkage CNC rough machining, manual fine grinding, and then micro-carving on the machine. The final blue side groove will show a deep sea-like gradient luster under different light angles, and the connection between the lugs and the handle head has no sense of step, and the finger touch is as smooth as the original. It can be said that this top Collectwatch V45 Frank Muller case is not only "like", but also reaches the top level of "interchangeable".

2. Literal art: the ingenuity showdown between the real franc digit and the magnifying glass calendar window

When the eyes turn from the Original Factory Collectwatch V45 Frank Muller case to the dial, the exquisiteness of the V45 blue yacht letter is enough to make any detail control person hold his breath. ABF does not use ordinary printing or pasting scales, butreal franc——That is, each digital time scale first makes a concave metal base with a height of Original Factory, then manually fills the groove with franc glaze, and then burns it at a high temperature of 800 degrees and then polishes it smooth. This process is expensive, and it is easy to produce bubbles or cracks during the firing process. The yield rate is usually less than 40%. But it is this kind of "stupid kung fu" that makes the calligraphy appear porcelain white and shiny, with sharp and clear edges that are difficult to distinguish with the naked eye when placed next to the original.

Even more commendable is the literal lower levelmagnifying glass gasket layer. In most Collectwatches, to save trouble, the calendar window is directly opened. ABF strictly follows the original structure and adds a layer of optical grade gasket under the lettering.sapphire magnifying glass——This magnifying glass is not a pasted resin lens, but is truly polished from sapphire crystal. The magnification is precisely controlled at 2.5 times, and the calendar numbers are clear and not deformed. If you have the opportunity to dismantle the original V45 for comparison, you will find that the height, curvature, and light transmittance of the calendar window are exactly the same, truly achieving "excellence."

3. Glass art: super-curved sapphire crystal, 15mm thick raw material leaving only 1mm of essence

The transparency of the Frank Muller ABF factory super clone watch largely depends on the watch mirror. Ordinary watches use flat or micro-arc sapphire glass, which has low processing difficulty and controllable costs. But unique to Franck Muller V45Barrel-shaped curved caseThe watch mirror is required to have both longitudinal and transverse curvature, that is, a "hyperboloid" shape. In order to restore this ultimate sense of fit and transparency, ABF has designed each watch lens with a40×50mm, thickness exceeds 15mmThe sapphire raw material began to be polished.

Yes, you read that right - 15 mm thick raw material is eventually polished into a finished watch mirror with a thickness of only about 1 mm, and more than 90% of the material is consumed during the grinding process. Why such waste? Because only thick enough raw materials can ensure that there are no internal stress lines during the hyperboloid polishing process and maintain extremely high light transmittance. The thinnest edge of ABF's finished watch mirror is only 0.8mm, and the central arch is about 1.2mm. However, the overall light transmittance is as high as over 92%, and there will be no distortion when viewing the watch from any angle. The yield rate brought by this process is extremely low. Only 3-4 out of every 10 pieces of raw material often pass quality inspection, and the scrap rate exceeds 60%. But because of this, when you wear it, you will feel the visual transparency as if your fingers are directly touching the words.

4. Double buckle version: diamond-set pin buckle and folding snap buckle, the ultimate restoration of the original molding

The watch buckle is the last hurdle for the wearing experience, and it is also the hardest hit area for many manufacturers to reduce costs. ABF provides two versions in this link, each with different configurations based on the original version:

• Diamond version: Adopts the same material as the original V45 GypsophilaDiamond pin buckle. The main body of the buckle is also made of 316 fine steel, and each "diamond" on it is artificially finely cut zircon, micro-set according to the original layout. The pin buckle structure has been molded from the original version, and the damping feel when buckled in and the crisp sound when locked are the same as the original. Compared with the traditional folding buckle, the pin buckle fits the wrist better, which is especially suitable for the sports and leisure positioning of the Yachting series.

• Light shell version:useFolding snaps, exactly the same as the original version. The two-button safety folding buckle opens and closes smoothly, and it is integrated with the watch strap after closing without any looseness or abnormal noise.

Both versions of the buckle are engraved with Franck Muller's brand logo and steel seal on the inside. The depth, thickness, and spacing of the fonts are all scanned and plated according to the original objects, eliminating the common common market errors of "shallow fonts and offset positions."

5. Movement and Wearing: Bending hands +28800 high frequency 2824, curved design close to the wrist

The appearance of a watch is not enough. The stability of the movement and the comfort of wearing also determine whether it is worth owning for a long time. ABF chose this V45ETA2824 automatic mechanical movement, the swing frequency is as high as 28800 times/hour. A high swing frequency brings two direct benefits: first, the travel time is more accurate, and the daily error can be controlled within ±5 seconds; second, the second hand runs smoother, with almost no jitter visible to the naked eye.

It is worth mentioning that ABF specially producedBending needle——The tips of the instant hand, minute hand, and second hand are slightly curved according to the curvature of the letter, so that the end of the pointer remains parallel to the letter, without any warping or gaps when viewed from the side. This detail is extremely small, but it is one of the most essential differences between the original and cheap imitations.

The best Collectwatch V45 Franck Muller case itself adopts a curved design with softUpgraded steel-head calendar premium rubber strap, the entire bottom cover of the watch can gently fit the curvature of the wrist when worn, and there will be no "upturned ends and empty middle" situation. The rubber strap is specially formulated to be softer than the ordinary version, while its tear resistance and sweat and corrosion resistance are greatly improved. ABF claims that this strap can even be used on the original V45, which shows its molding accuracy and material standards.

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Conclusion: The only version on the market, a tribute to the detail-oriented people

In the Collectwatch industry, it takes a lot of confidence to dare to say "the only version in the market". The V45 blue yacht launched by ABF this time, from the 316 stainless steel sandwich structure of the case, blue side grooves and lugs, to the literal real franc digits, sapphire magnifying glass, to the hyperboloid mirror, double version of the original buckle, bending hands and high-end 2824 movement, every aspect reveals an attitude of seeking restoration regardless of cost.

It is not a watch that "looks like from a distance", but a work that can withstand scrutiny "when held in the hand, worn on the wrist, or even taken apart for comparison." For those high-end watch enthusiasts who truly understand Franck Muller’s design language and pursue perfect details, ABF’s V45 Yachting is undoubtedly the most worthy choice to appreciate and own on the current market. You are welcome to taste it in person and feel the shock from the details.