{"product_id":"early-1990s-franck-muller-white-gold-lemania-chronograph-ref-2865-na","title":"Early 1990s Franck Muller White Gold Lemania Chronograph (Ref. 2865 NA)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorth A Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eHistory and Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe earliest Franck Muller watches have a character that became harder to find as the company grew. These were watches created when the Franck Muller name was still closely associated with complicated mechanical watchmaking, unusual case shapes, and highly traditional movements. The reference 2865 NA belongs to that formative period, and the extremely early single-digit serial number makes this example particularly interesting within the production history. Rather than looking like the Franck Muller watches that would become instantly recognizable later in the decade, it feels like a window into the brand while its identity was still being established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reference 2865 NA was conceived as the smaller version of Franck Muller's chronograph, and many surviving examples lean heavily into that positioning. Diamond-set cases, gem-set dials, and more overtly feminine configurations are frequently associated with the model. This example is remarkably restrained by comparison. The 34mm white gold case surrounds a traditional two-register chronograph dial that can be worn without the design feeling gender specific. That makes the configuration especially appealing today, when 34mm complicated watches have found an entirely different audience than the one originally imagined for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dial is full of subtle color. A silver center is surrounded by a Roman-numeral track with a soft salmon hue, while blued hands and blue minute markers provide another layer of contrast. None of those elements dominates the design individually, but together they create the sort of nuanced dial that changes depending on the light. There is one small speck above the word \"CHRONOGRAPHE,\" although its position means it is largely concealed by the lower portion of the chronograph hand when the hand rests at twelve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exhibition caseback is perhaps the most important part of the watch. Through it sits the Lemania-based two-register chronograph movement, a reminder of the traditional mechanical foundations behind Franck Muller's earliest work. Long before the brand became associated with large tonneau cases and bold numerals, watches like the reference 2865 NA were demonstrating an enthusiasm for classical complications and respected Swiss ébauches. Seeing that movement through the back gives the watch an entirely different dimension and makes the early production context much easier to appreciate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eWriter’s Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is exactly the kind of early Franck Muller that explains why the brand became important in the first place. The reference 2865 NA is small, complicated, beautifully proportioned, and powered by a movement that collectors already have reason to care about. The single-digit serial number adds another layer because it places the watch extremely close to the beginning of this model's story. There is something much more personal and experimental about these early pieces than the Franck Muller watches produced once the company became an international phenomenon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this example especially good is that it escapes the expectations attached to the 2865. Despite originally being positioned as the smaller or ladies' chronograph, there is nothing overtly feminine about this configuration. White gold, silver, salmon, and blue create an elegant combination without relying on diamonds or decorative stones. At 34mm, it feels less like a ladies' chronograph today and more like a wonderfully compact early Franck Muller complication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exhibition back seals it. A two-register Lemania chronograph movement inside an early white gold Franck Muller is exactly the sort of thing that makes this era of the brand worth revisiting. The small dial speck is easy to forgive, particularly because of where it sits beneath the chronograph hand. Between the early serial, restrained configuration, original buckle, original red alligator strap, and visible movement, there is a lot here for someone interested in Franck Muller before Franck Muller became the brand most people recognize today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eOur Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eEvery watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Franck Muller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chronograph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2865 NA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 1990s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18k white gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 34mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver two-register chronograph dial with salmon-hued Roman numeral track, blue minute markers, and blued hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manual-wind Lemania-based chronograph movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap\/Buckle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New H.C. leather strap, original red alligator strap included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Franck Muller buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original red alligator strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:81074a98-e005-47da-8b29-7a7bed465172-39\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:81074a98-e005-47da-8b29-7a7bed465172-39\" 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grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"ea8972b5-807d-4608-a76b-30651a32c71d\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" 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wear consistent with age and careful use. The exhibition caseback provides a clear view of the movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver and salmon-hued dial remains exceptionally attractive with strong printing and vibrant blue accents. One small speck is visible above \"CHRONOGRAPHE,\" positioned largely behind the lower portion of the chronograph hand when reset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blued hands present beautifully with strong color and complement the blue dial accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crystal presents well overall with light signs of wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap\/Buckle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New H.C. strap is fitted to the watch. The original red alligator strap is included separately and shows age consistent with use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Franck Muller buckle remains present and presents well with signs of wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Franck Muller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49282809299127,"sku":null,"price":18900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/8391\/6727\/files\/DSF5072_b102ffc6-35f7-418b-9500-274619d177b9.jpg?v=1790909293","url":"https:\/\/huntingtoncompany.com\/products\/early-1990s-franck-muller-white-gold-lemania-chronograph-ref-2865-na","provider":"Huntington Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}