franck muller nr. 344

Those who dig artsy watches that double up as a timepiece and as an art collection would have a field day when they see this elaborate timepiece. The Franck Muller Conquistador Grand Prix of Singapore Chronograph watch was actually created in celebration of the 2009 Formula One Grand Prix held in Singapore last September.The brand ceased to be involved in the Le Mans 24-hour race years ago despite its success in the event. However, it has returned and marks that moment through the Franck Muller Conquistador Grand Prix of Singapore Chronograph watch which embodies the spirit of the race.The Franck Muller Conquistador Grand Prix of Singapore Chronograph watch is quite big measuring 48 x 62.60. Despite that hugeness, it has managed to maintain its exquisite appearance. It sports an Ergal and Titanium case but there is an option for the Rose Gold and Titanium case. The case is corrosion and abrasion resistant, thanks to the anodization process it has been subjected to.Turn the watch case and you will see the logo of the Singapore Grand Prix 2009. It is a sporty watch with a very unique design and character. The flamb�� silvered dial of the Franck Muller Conquistador Grand Prix of Singapore Chronograph watch looks great, but take a look at the cartoon-styled Arabic numerals on the face and you will find a grin on your lips.

Rumor Mill: Franck Muller to buy Luch watch plant in Belarus?CEO of OJSC Luch Minsk Watch Plant Nikolay Gaevsky has officially confirmed that his struggling business entity is “in final acquisition talks” with the Swiss watch maker Franck Muller.Earlier last week local press speculated that the Swiss brand has agreed to buy 52 percent of Luch’s assets and promised to invest around USD $10 million in the cash strapped plant’s retooling and relocation to a nearby town Lahoysk, which is located about 20 miles north from Belarus capital Minsk. In return, Franck Muller gets a pricey piece of land in Minsk where it can build an A-class business center and/or residential buildings.Luch Pocket Watch (credit: OJSC Luch)There are also rumors among Luch’s workers that the new owner plans to fire “everyone older than 35 years of age,” but the fears are probably grossly exaggerated, since in October 2010 Mr. Vartan Sirmakes of Franck Muller promised to keep all 800 jobs intact.Also, in October 2010, Belarusian president Alyaksandr Lukashenka said that Franck Muller was ready to promote Luch brand “at the world market” and planned to build “The Watch Village” near Minsk. He also said that the Swiss watch maker will buy 52 percent of Luch’s assets and will take in asset management the other 48 percent of the shares that will remain in the government’s hands.Franck Muller refused to comment on the news.