It’s a titanium and gold version of the covetable Franck Muller Vanguard, and there’s nothing we don’t love about it. Bringing a recognisable design language, this Vanguard V 45 SC DT TT BR.5N fuses the nautical nature of the watch with an aesthetically-pleasing format to create a head-turning timepiece. Therefore, you get the refreshing combination of two unique materials juxtaposed to exude a charming contrast. Mounted atop the dial is a curved sapphire crystal that adds to its legibility by leaps and bounds. The fine brushed finish that mirrors the rugged surface of the case is added to the dial, perhaps for a feeling of balance. Further, the flaring numerals dictate the dial design and are well complemented by the matching handset, while the date aperture at six establishes the watch’s practical character.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.