In the second episode of Robb Report India's Icons series, we spotlight the Franck Muller Vanguard S6 Yachting Watch, a stunning statement piece that captures the spirit of the open seas. Blending Swiss luxury with modern finesse, the Vanguard showcases Franck Muller’s dedication to innovation, precision, and timeless style.
Geneva Beginning
Founded in 1992 in Genthod, near Geneva, Franck Muller emerged from the vision of Franck Muller and Vartan Sirmakes, aiming to create timepieces that blend technical mastery with daring design. From the outset, the brand’s ethos of passion, precision, and innovation set it apart in Swiss haute horlogerie.
The Cintrée Curvex, a curved case with three-dimensional complexity, became its signature, while brightly coloured dials in royal blue and emerald green revolutionised luxury watch aesthetics. In just decades, Franck Muller has earned global acclaim and is celebrated for its inventive mechanics, bold silhouettes, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
Sailing in Style
Dunk in a striking nautical blue palette, this masterpiece houses a skeletonised manual mechanical movement within an 18-karat rose gold case, framed by the brand’s unmistakable Vanguard silhouette. Look closely and you’ll notice that the anchor-inspired bridges are a subtle nod to its maritime roots.
At six o’clock, a wind rose-shaped seconds indicator commands attention, while along the vessel you’ll find the “Yachting” and “Vanguard” inscriptions, along with N, S, E, and W markers, further enhancing its nautical identity.
Bold, distinctive, and unapologetically expressive, the watch’s generous proportions make it impossible to go unnoticed on the wrist. It’s not just a timepiece, it’s a statement.
Icons on the Wrist is Robb Report India’s video-led series dedicated to the world’s most legendary timepieces—watches that have shaped horological history, defined eras, and continue to inspire collectors today. Each episode puts an icon under the spotlight, revealing the story behind its creation, the innovation it represents, and why it remains a benchmark in fine watchmaking.
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