Franck Muller: The One Piece That Defines Your Style
Watch & Jewelry
April 1, 2015

Franck Muller: The One Piece That Defines Your Style


The "Vegas Joker": The Watch That Completes Your Look


Born from a Pioneer Spirit
Vegas Joker


Franck Muller's annual "Special June" limited edition models are set to be unveiled soon. Last year, the "Conquistador" with its dynamic aesthetic garnered acclaim as a limited model named "Joker," signifying the ultimate trump card for victory. This year, the "Vegas," celebrating its 10th anniversary with a roulette dial, has been chosen.

Text by Aki NogamiPhoto by Jamandfix




The original "Vegas" was born in 1999. In the mid-90s, as Franck Muller's name became known worldwide, the watchmaker himself began traveling extensively. During a visit to Las Vegas in 1996, he encountered a roulette wheel in a casino, which sparked his inspiration for watchmaking. He wondered if this game could be transformed into a watch. This pure idea gave birth to the "Vegas" watch, featuring a roulette wheel at its center.

Amidst a market where new creations are carefully planned with a focus on commercial viability, Franck Muller's commitment to his creative impulses offers a glimpse into his unique pioneering spirit.

Perfect for Formal Attire
Fitting and
Exquisite Details

Ten years later, the Vegas continues to be cherished. While typically housed in a Curvex or Long Island case, this year's "Vegas Joker" features the Curvex case. This three-dimensional case, crafted with three intersecting curved axes meeting at a single point on a spherical surface, boasts a design entirely devoid of straight lines, offering a smooth, elegant curve that fits the wrist beautifully.






Furthermore, to accommodate the diamonds that characterize the Joker series, the enamel on the dial has been transformed from a matte to a glossy finish this year, showcasing meticulous attention to detail. "The glamorous image of Las Vegas is even more vividly recreated," notes Mogi-san, the manager of Watchland Tokyo, recommending it as a standout piece this summer.

The casinos that inspired Franck Muller are precisely the kind of places where formal attire is required. This "Vegas Joker," with its refined details that lend a smart touch to the wrist adorned with cufflinks and its subtle sparkle, is undoubtedly the perfect finishing touch for an elegant ensemble.




Franck Muller
Franck Muller


Vegas Joker

The second installment in the "Joker" series, a Japan-exclusive model released in June, follows last year's acclaimed "Conquistador." This year's edition focuses on the "Vegas" collection, marking its 10th anniversary. The center of the dial replicates a roulette wheel, operated by a push-button synchronized with the crown on the right. This limited edition features diamond indices.

Automatic, WG case × Diamonds × Crocodile strap
¥3,990,000

Franck Muller Watchland Tokyo
Tel. 03-3549-1949
VEGAS JOKER Special Site
http://www.franckmuller-japan.com/

The "Vegas Joker": The Watch That Completes Your Look