8 Franck Muller A sporty and rare, limited edition, Casablanca automatic wristwatch in steel, made for Mercedes-Benz, with black dial, and big arabic numerals.

Estimate: Fr. 3'000 –⁠ 6'000

Sold (Premium) Fr. 3'125

Model Casablanca
Year Circa 2000s
Reference 5850
Case Material Stainless Steel
Case Number 0042
Bracelet Material Stainless steel Frank Muller bracelet, approximate length 205mm
Movement Automatic, cal. 2800, jewelled
Dimension 32mm width x 45mm length
Signed Case, dial and movement
Movement Automatic, cal. 2800, jewelled

The Franck Muller reference 5850 is a distinguished example of the brand's Cintrée Curvex collection, renowned for its elegant tonneau-shaped case. This particular timepiece features a black dial adorned with creamy white numerals, offering a striking contrast that enhances both legibility and visual appeal. Notably, the present Casablanca reference 5850 displays a "Mercedes-Benz" inscription on the dial, further affirmed by an engraving on the caseback, indicating that it is part of a limited edition and the result of a special collaboration between Franck Muller and the esteemed German automobile manufacturer. The reference 5850's case embodies the harmonious proportions characteristic of the Cintrée Curvex line. The sleek, minimalist dial—free from guilloché finishing features creamy Art Deco-style indexes and luminous blued steel hands, creating a clean, refined aesthetic. This Franck Muller reference 5850 with the "Mercedes-Benz" inscription stands as a testament to the brand's dedication to horological artistry and its ability to forge meaningful partnerships, resulting in timepieces that are both rare and highly coveted by collectors.