Graff skeleton watch with dark case elements and visible rose tone mechanics.

Graff MasterGraff Structural Tourbillon: An Openwork Design

The MasterGraff Structural Tourbillon makes the movement part of the view. In the retained photographs, dark angular supports and warm colored details frame an open dial, with the mechanism visible through both sides of the watch.

Front view of the Graff skeleton watch showing its open movement and black strap.
Front view of the Graff skeleton watch showing its open movement and black strap.

Looking through the structure

Unlike a conventional solid dial, the openwork design leaves spaces around the hands and movement components. The case follows that visual language with sharply defined edges. The black strap gives the eye a quieter background against the busy center.

The rear view is just as useful as the front. It shows the movement beneath the transparent back and the engraving identifying the MasterGraff Structural Tourbillon.

Display back of the Graff watch, showing the exposed movement.
Display back of the Graff watch, showing the exposed movement.
Graff watch with an open dial and black leather strap.
Graff watch with an open dial and black leather strap.

Graff and the design

Graff traces its house to London in 1960. This watch presents another side of that name: a design focused on exposed mechanics and case geometry rather than a conventional jewelry dial.

The close photographs help explain its appearance. They are not a substitute for the reference documentation needed to confirm case materials, calibre, power reserve or production details.

Close view of the MasterGraff Structural Tourbillon caseback engraving.
Close view of the MasterGraff Structural Tourbillon caseback engraving.

What to establish before buying

Request the exact reference, movement and case information, available service records and included accessories. Ask who can service the watch, whether parts are available and what estimate or inspection is needed. A specialist complication deserves a clear service plan.

Inspect the crystal, edges, strap and buckle as well as the mechanism’s operation. Avoid relying on an old article’s price or stock claim when assessing a current offer.

Front view of the Graff watch hanging from its black strap.
Front view of the Graff watch hanging from its black strap.
The Graff watch held in a hand, showing its open dial.
The Graff watch held in a hand, showing its open dial.

This is an archived photographic feature. Contact Diamonds by Raymond Lee if you would like to discuss Graff watches or current availability. The photographs do not establish that this particular watch remains in stock.

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