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ABF Franck Muller Vanguard Racing V 45 SC DT
ABF establishes the benchmark for the V45 platform by mastering the complex sandwich case construction and precise 13.0mm thickness.
Powered by Asian ETA 2824 Clone
The mechanical core of this replica is the widely utilized Asian ETA 2824 clone caliber. Selected for its robust architecture and ease of serviceability, it operates at a modern 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), ensuring the sweeping seconds hand moves with the same fluidity as the genuine article. ABF utilizes a specialized movement ring to seat this caliber deeply within the tonneau case, ensuring precise alignment with the crown tube.
Regulated from the factory to approximately ±10–15 seconds per day. The standard ETA architecture allows any competent watchmaker to regulate it further for tighter chronometric performance.
- ✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- ✅ Complications: Hours, minutes, sweeping seconds, and date display
- ✅ Winding Direction: Bidirectional automatic winding
Technical Specifications
Measuring 44.0mm across and 54.0mm lug-to-lug, the case features a highly complex sandwich construction. At exactly 13.0mm thick and weighing 129.5g, it perfectly balances wrist presence with ergonomic comfort.
Features a 1:1 height digital concave inner flange with sharp, baked printing. The date window is properly magnified by a sapphire cyclops integrated below the primary crystal, accented by a deep Verde Green tone.
Milled from a massive 40x50mm raw sapphire block exceeding 15mm in initial thickness. This costly process yields a dramatically curved crystal that resists optical distortion at steep viewing angles.
Combines a durable rubber base with a leather upper overlay. It integrates seamlessly into the lugless tonneau case, secured by internal screws for a rigid, gap-free fit against the wrist.
Why ABF for This Reference?
Many collectors ask: “Why not alternative mid-tier factories?”
The Vanguard case is notoriously difficult to manufacture due to its curved, multi-layered sandwich design. While lesser factories compromise by increasing the case thickness to accommodate generic movements, ABF successfully engineered the internal spacing to achieve a confirmed 13.0mm thickness and a verified 129.5g weight. This ensures the watch sits flush and maintains the sleek profile intended by Franck Muller.
Full Disclosure: Due to the large internal acoustic chamber created by the curved tonneau case, the rotor of the Asian 2824 movement can be slightly more audible during rapid wrist movements compared to standard dive watches.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | V 45 SC DT RACING (VE) |
| FACTORY / VERSION | ABF Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Asian ETA 2824 Clone |
| CASE MATERIAL | 316L Stainless Steel |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 129.5g | 13.0mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Curved Sapphire | Standard Super-LumiNova |
| DIMENSIONS | 44.0mm × 54.0mm × 13.0mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m Stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
Collector Q&A
Q: How does the ABF case thickness compare to the genuine V45?
A: The ABF measures exactly 13.0mm thick, which is incredibly close to the genuine’s profile. This avoids the bulky 15mm+ thickness often seen on earlier budget clones that struggled to fit mechanical movements into the tonneau shape.
Q: Is the dial flange accurate on this Racing variant?
A: Yes, ABF uses a 1:1 height digital concave inner flange. This perfectly matches the steep rehaut depth and complex layering characteristic of the Vanguard Racing series.
Q: Can I swap the strap with a genuine Franck Muller strap?
A: While the lug width and integrated design are visually accurate, aftermarket or genuine straps may require slight modification at the insert point due to minor millimeter tolerances in the ABF internal screw-bar assembly.
Q: What is the main drawback of the Asian 2824 in this specific case?
A: The Vanguard’s large, hollow tonneau case acts as an acoustic chamber. Consequently, the rotor spin of the automatic Asian 2824 is slightly more audible during rapid wrist movements than it would be in a standard solid steel dive watch.
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