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Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de vache 1955
The Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de vache 1955 drives some collectors mad with lust; the latest steel version is no respite.
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The Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de vache 1955 drives some collectors mad with lust; the latest steel version is no respite.
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Originally available in platinum and then rose gold, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955 is a well regarded vintage remake, being well executed and faithful to the original. It’s modelled on the ref. 6087 of the 1950s, which was characterised by pointy, horn-shaped lugs, hence the model name; cornes de vache translates as cow horns. Now it is available in stainless steel, making the Cornes de Vache the second Historiques model to be offered in the metal, after the Historiques 1942 and 1948 triple calendars. The steel case naturally makes it far more accessible, with a retail price that’s a third less than the same in platinum. Material aside, the specs of the new model are identical to the earlier precious metal versions. The case is 38.5mm in diameter, and contains the cal. 1142 movement. Now made in-house by Vacheron Constantin, the cal. 1142 is derived from the Lemania 2310. Vacheron Constantin has upgraded the movement in several ways, most notably with a free-sprung balance wheel. The dial is a pale grey with a fine “velvet” finish and red accents on the elapsed seconds track. All of the applied hour markers are 18k white gold, as are the hands. Notably, this is not the first Cornes de Vache in steel. In 2017 Vacheron Constantin produced a small run of 36 watches – with a steel case and dark grey dial – for American watch blog Hodinkee. Key facts and price Diameter: 38.5mm Height: 10.9mm Material: Stainless steel Water resist...
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Vacheron Constantin’s Fiftysix collection - first released in 2018 - is a refreshingly upbeat take on mid-century design, full of personality and warmth. And this new Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix Complete Calendar in petrol blue keeps the tempo up. The case looks simple at first glance, but quickly gathers sophistication the more you study it. I … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix Complete Calendar in petrol blue appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Vacheron Constantin’s sports luxury line-up is a diverse one, including a world time, dual time, and chronograph. The most appealing models in the range, however, are unquestionably the Ultra-Thins, which are unfortunately only available in 18k gold, making them the most expensive. But they are slim, sharply executed and sit beautifully on the wrist. The collection includes two ultra-thin models, the time-only Overseas Self-Winding Ultra-Thin, and the Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin ref. 4300V. Both share the same base movement, and nearly identical dimensions; close your eyes and it’s difficult to tell the two apart on the wrist. But this story is only about the top of the line perpetual calendar. Cutting an elegant figure The perpetual calendar looks like all other Overseas watches, with the trademark bottle cap bezel and sloping case sides. But it is the most elegant of them all despite being a largish watch. It is exceptionally refined in profile – the case is 41.5mm in diameter, but just 8.10mm high. The elegant proportions are similar to those of the luxury sports watch greats, namely the Royal Oak and Nautilus. Because the watch is available only in 18k white or pink gold, it weighs enough to feel as expensive as it is. The weight is reassuring, and an important quality. Put simply, it’s a big, flat and heavy watch, which is what a luxury sports watch should be. Though the perpetual calendar is available in pink gold on a leather or rubber st...
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In this 1-on-1, we compare the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph and the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955.
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Imagine being able to buy vintage pieces in factory-fresh condition, with a warranty. You can, with Vacheron Constantin’s Les Collectionneurs.
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Vacheron Constantin expands its sports watch line with the introduction of a tourbillon piece. Enter, the new Overseas Tourbillon.
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Vacheron Constantin is famous for its ability to create custom or one-off watches for clients (to learn more about their Les Cabinotiers department, click here). And given the brand’s exceptionally long history, it should come as no surprise that Vacheron Constantin has been making custom pieces for a long time indeed. Phillips is auctioning off … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: This unique Vacheron Constantin Don Pancho is coming up for auction. The big question is, how much will it go for? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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I’ll be frank: even using the word “unique” in this feature – let alone in its title – is dangerous territory. In this era of overblown, overhyped, and over-exaggerated positioning by brands and their marketing machines filled with a youthful and often naive “we are the next big thing!” mentality, words like unique are thrown around with impunity pretty much every … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Legitimately unique; why Vacheron Constantin’s Les Cabinotiers department is unlike any other appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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When it comes to Vacheron Constantin’s SIHH releases, there’s no doubt the pieces that were the talk of the town (and rightfully so) were the epic Twin Beat and the slightly less epic but epically attractive Overseas Tourbillon. And I get it, they’re both great watches. The Twin Beat is a triumph of clever engineering … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin – now on a fully gold bracelet appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Vacheron Constantin introduces the Les Cabinotiers Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar and the Overseas Tourbillon for SIHH 2019.
The Les Collectionneurs pieces will be available exclusively at Vacheron Constantin’s Landmark Prince’s Boutique in Hong Kong from now until November 29, 2018.
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Vacheron Constantin goes back to her roots and to the tradition of Cabinotiers: Introducing the Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication Phoenix.
Take a very close look at the Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Minute Repeater Tourbillon Sky Chart and Grand Complication Phoenix.
While a new collection from an established maison is always hotly anticipated in the watch industry, rarely does one combine the deep-set values of tradition with the fresh demands of contemporary buyers in such a radical way as Vacheron Constantin’s Fiftysix.
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Vacheron Constantin adds the FiftySix Tourbillon to their collection. We were at the VC Global Launch event in London, and here is our live hands on review.
Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix collection welcomes a new Tourbillon model on 11 September at a press call held at London’s Abbey Road Studios.
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We take a look at the new FiftySix Self-Winding, the most affordable timepiece in Vacheron Constantin's current catalogue.
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The essential Vacheron Constantin with Kunal Khemka: a passionate VC collector. He selects the Historiques 1921, the Overseas and the Patrimony.
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The American 1921 pays tribute to two vintage Vacheron Constantin references by combining the design of both watches into one.
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Vacheron Constantin now offers the Overseas Chronograph & Self-Winding with all new black dials for those looking for the stealth-factor.
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The Vacheron Constantin Overseas series: 2018 sees the emergence of a black dial version beautifully framed by the shimmering gleam of the steel case.
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We gets hands on with the very rare Vacheron Constantin Minute Repeater Ref 4261, circa 1951, now in Singapore at the VC Ion Boutique from 8 March to 21 April 2018.
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It’s a dizzying pace the watch world moves at, and it’s all but impossible for us at Time+Tide to not get carried along by it. But occasionally, very occasionally, we’ll see a watch on Instagram and be reminded that quality has its own designs. That the concept of a ‘modern classic’ – which, according to … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Vacheron Constantin Overseas collection, the slow burn classics in our midst appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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This year, Vacheron Constantin has unveiled an entirely new collection called the FiftySix at the Salon de la International Haute Horlogerie (SIHH). Perhaps the most practical model of the collection is the FiftySix Day-Date, with the most useful displays for everyday use.
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Making luxury watches more approachable without compromising quality is a delicate art, and one that Vacheron Constantin have been quite successful at in recent years. With the unveiling of their all-new FiftySix collection, they have reaffirmed their commitment to delivering some serious, value-packed offerings. All told, the collection is comprised of six models, three in … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: A prestigious new entry point – the Vacheron Constantin FiftySix appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Christian Selmoni, the Style and Heritage Director at Vacheron Constantin, presented the latest Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Collection: three models in both gold and steel featuring the heritage and signature of the Genevan brand.
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Introducing the new Vacheron Constantin FIFTYSIX collection, inspired by a timepiece from 1956. Click here for more information.
Vacheron Constantin unveils the FIFTYSIX® collection at 2018 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie.
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Louis Ferla tells Revolution about the new Historiques Triple Calendrier 1942 & 1948 watches and Vacheron Constantin’s trajectory under his care.
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