Vacheron Constantin Triple Calendar Collection

rnaden · 2022-06-27T00:32:12Z

Discover why the Vacheron Constantin Triple Calendar exceeded expectations for collector rnaden. Explore community insights on its design, wearability, and unique dial features.

Richard (rnaden) shares his long-term impressions of a Vacheron Constantin triple calendar, a watch that has significantly exceeded his initial expectations. His candid review offers valuable insights into how a timepiece integrates into daily wear, challenging the common collector experience where initial excitement often wanes. This article explores why this particular reference has become his most worn watch, providing a compelling perspective for those considering a Vacheron Constantin triple calendar.

I like this one a whole lot more than I expected. That’s a good thing, as I think after years of buying watches, many fall short of the initial expectations and I’ve grown to expect that. This is my most worn watch since I got it early this year - probably 90% of the time.

Wears well, comfortable and the egg shell tone and fonts on the dial all work so well together IMO.

Have a great week, everyone!

Richard

Key Points from the Discussion

The minute hand and steel date hand, while theoretically distinct in blue and steel, can appear indistinguishable depending on lighting and reflection. However, their thin design ensures they never obstruct the day and month apertures.
The author's decision to acquire this Vacheron Constantin triple calendar, after initial curiosity and a couple of weeks of consideration, proved to be one of his best watch-related choices in a long time, describing it as a 'very compelling package'.
Another collector also considered this reference from a long list of potential acquisitions, appreciating its 'heritage' nod from Vacheron Constantin and the excellent case design.
A common reservation among potential buyers is the difficulty in distinguishing the minute hand from the date hand, a factor that has prevented some from acquiring the watch despite overall admiration.
The reference is praised for its great lugs, case design, and distinctive dial fonts, with the red dial variant being particularly tempting to some collectors.
Several collectors agree that Vacheron Constantin 'nailed it' with this particular triple calendar reference upon its introduction.

The Discussion

AuHavrePro

Jun 27, 2022

Great watch Richard!!

Thank you for the quality picture, cheers, Filip

rnaden

Jun 27, 2022

Thank you for the appreciation!

orahu

Jun 27, 2022

Nice to hear — this watch has captured my attention—looks great on your wrist.

rnaden

Jun 27, 2022

Worth a check out

I read about it and out of curiosity went to check it out last year before Christmas - it took a couple of week before I decided, and it has been probably my best decision in a long while. Be warned though - this is a very compelling package

j.jota

Jun 27, 2022

the proportions of that watch are quite balanced

it's one of VC's nicest imho

rnaden

Jun 27, 2022

I have to agree

Between this and the Traditionelle, they exude class

Vacheron Constantin Triple Calendar Collection

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