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Franck Muller Ref. 7880 T HS Tourbillon Sautantes

Partially verified

This Franck Muller wristwatch, identified as reference 7880 T HS, is a manual-wind tourbillon timepiece featuring a jumping hour complication. It is identified by case number 1. The watch is encased in stainless steel, measuring 36 x 50mm, and utilizes the brand's signature Cintrée Curvex case shape. The dial includes a jumping hour aperture, minute track, and a visible tourbillon carriage positioned at 6 o'clock. The movement, designated as caliber 2009-2-HS, is viewable via a sapphire crystal case back and features engravings. The watch is presented on a leather strap fitted with a stainless steel Franck Muller buckle. The set includes a fitted box and a certificate. The auction description notes that the watch was consigned by the original owner and reports that the movement requires an overhaul.

Front view of the Franck Muller Ref. 7880 T HS, showing the tonneau case, jumping hour aperture, and visible tourbillon.
Front view of the Franck Muller Ref. 7880 T HS, showing the tonneau case, jumping hour aperture, and visible tourbillon. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Tourbillon jumping hour wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Franck Muller
Reference
7880 T HS
Catalogue / lot identifier
131
Source-reported date
circa 2008
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
1

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The timepiece is housed in a stainless steel Cintrée Curvex case measuring 36 x 50mm. The design is characterized by its curved profile, intended to follow the contour of the wrist. The dial features a prominent jumping hour complication, where the hour is displayed through an aperture located in the upper center of the dial.

The minute indication is provided by a central hand circulating around a printed minute track with Arabic numerals positioned in a fanned layout. Positioned at the 6 o'clock location is an aperture revealing the tourbillon carriage. The dial, hands, and case are all signed by Franck Muller.

Evidence for this section
  • “The signature Cintrée Curvex case provides both elegance and comfort.”
  • “The timepiece features a revolutionary time display with jumping hours visible through a n aperture, complemented by a breathtaking tourbillon at 6 o’clock.”

Movement and Technical Features

The watch is powered by the manual-wind caliber 2009-2-HS. This movement incorporates a tourbillon escapement, visible from the dial side through the lower aperture. The movement is visible through a sapphire crystal case back, displaying engine-turned or engraved finishing.

The auction description indicates that the movement currently requires an overhaul. The watch features a jumping hour mechanism, which advances the numerical hour display instantaneously rather than continuously.

Evidence for this section
  • “The beautifully engraved movement, visible through the sapphire crystal back, demonstrates extraordinary mechanical artistry.”
  • “Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Provenance and Documentation

This object is identified as case number 1 of the Franck Muller Jumping Hours Tourbillon series. It was consigned to the auction by its original owner, who maintained the object since its acquisition.

The watch is accompanied by a fitted FM box and a blank certificate. The auction description attributes the watch to a 2008 production date.

Evidence for this section
  • “The presented example is Case Number 01 of the Franck Muller Jumping Hours Tourbillon series”
  • “Consigned by the original owner who has meticulously maintained this horological treasure”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific total production number for the 7880 T HS series?
  • Does the blank certificate imply it was never issued to the original purchaser at the point of sale?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Franck Muller Ref. 7880 T HS Tourbillon Sautantes
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerFranck Muller“FRANCK MULLER”
Reference7880 T HS“REF. 7880 T HS”
Case Number1“Case No. 1”
Dimensions36 x 50mm“Dimensions 36 x 50mm”
Caliber2009-2-HS“Caliber 2009-2-HS”
MaterialStainless steel“stainless steel”
Yearcirca 2008“Year circa 2008”
ConditionMovement requires overhaul“Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense”

Visible details

  • Arabic numeral indices arranged in a fanned pattern around the dial
  • Tourbillon cage visible at the 6 o'clock position
  • Central blue hour and minute hands
  • Curved, tonneau-shaped stainless steel case

Research qualifications

  • The movement is reported to require an overhaul at the buyer's expense
  • The origin of manufacture is not explicitly stated in the provided source

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

FRANCK MULLER, REF. 7880 T HS, TOURBILLON SAUTANTES, JUMPING HOURS, TOURBILLON, CASE NUMBER 01, STEEL

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record ac3d6e8e74

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