Franck Muller has introduced the Curvex CX Grand Central Tourbillon Baguette High Jewellery watch, expanding its high-complication offering with a model that combines central tourbillon engineering with full baguette diamond setting. The release reinforces the brand’s focus on mechanical experimentation within its signature Curvex CX case architecture.
Central Tourbillon Movement Reconfiguratio
The watch repositions the tourbillon from the traditional six o’clock location to the centre of the dial. This required a complete restructuring of the movement, allowing the hour and minute hands to orbit the tourbillon cage. The configuration places the regulating organ at both the mechanical and visual focal point of the watch.
Rose Gold Case and Invisible Diamond Setting
The timepiece is housed in a rose gold Curvex CX case measuring 36 mm in width and 58.1 mm in length. The case and dial are fully set with baguette-cut diamonds using an invisible setting technique, removing visible prongs and creating a continuous gemstone surface across the watch.
In-House Micro-Rotor Movement and Power Reserve
At its core is the in-house MVT FM CX 36T-CTR self-winding calibre. The movement uses an eccentric micro-rotor — an uncommon configuration within the brand’s tourbillon executions — and offers an approximate four-day power reserve.
Integrated Strap and Case Construction
The integrated strap is fixed directly into the case using concealed screws instead of traditional spring bars, creating a seamless transition between case and strap. Edge stitching adds structural reinforcement and finishing detail.
The Curvex CX case retains the brand’s tonneau-shaped profile, defined by fluid contours, an inner bezel, and an edge-to-edge sapphire crystal.
Market Positioning in High Complication High Jewellery Watches
The Curvex CX Grand Central Tourbillon Baguette positions itself within the niche segment of high-complication, gem-set timepieces, combining movement re-engineering with full-surface diamond execution.
