Vacheron Constantin Watches & Wonders 2022 Novelties

patrick_y · 2022-03-30T10:06:32Z

Explore Vacheron Constantin's 2022 novelties, including the Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton and Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, with collector insights.

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In this article, patrick_y, a respected voice in the WatchProSite community, shares his curated selection of Vacheron Constantin's 2022 novelties. His initial impressions, based on exclusive press releases, offer a collector's perspective on key releases like the Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton and the Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph. This piece serves as an excellent reference for understanding the brand's direction and specific models that captivated enthusiasts at the time of their launch.

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In 2022 Vacheron Constantin launches a few Novelties. Here, we're focusing on some of my favorites models that I was fortunate to receive the press releases for!

For those who prefer an even more special movement, the tourbillon - a complication Vacheron Constantin does extremely well, they've made it in a skeletonized Overseas version. Now, I still adore the Traditionelle Tourbillon that I reviewed a few years ago - that was EXTRAORDINARY! One of the best tourbillons in the world. Here's a link.
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Vacheron Constantin has basically made my favorite tourbillon in a sporty version and a skeletonized version for today's more casual environment! A beauty. Note, the peripheral rotor makes this watch extra cool - it's automatically wound yet the rotor never blocks the transparency of the entire movement!

Overseas Perpetual Calendar Skeleton in Rose Gold. This is basically an extension of a previous launch, but this time in rose gold, a white gold version has already been launched previously and a rose gold skeleton without the bracelet was also launched previously as well. But what a gorgeous and thin perpetual calendar! Sporty elegance! Goes well with a suit or shirtless with a surfboard, and just about everything between!

Am I saving the best for last? I don't know. But I have always liked the Vacheron Constantin Perpetual Calendar Chronograph. A part of the Traditionelle collection, this Vacheron Constantin is just perfect. It has a Lemania base movement that powers the chronograph with a perpetual calendar module grafted on top. This watch also features one of the best moonphases in the industry, with 122 years between adjustment, and a carved white gold disc that shows the moon either smiling or distressed. This and the Sarpaneva are the best moonphases in the industry. The salmon dial is of course a desirable color that surprisingly matches a lot of clothes quite well. Definitely a great watch that will be extremely rare - production is quite limited on these pieces!

The last piece I want to draw to your attention is this one-of-a-kind turtle! This is a miniature enamel painting. Only one was made. While it appears monochrome, it actually was not. Red, blue, white, and black paints were used, if not more. Over a dozen firings in the kiln were required to bring out the full depth and body of the artwork. Each of those firings creates risk of cracking or some other un-repair-able calamity that would mean the previous efforts were all wasted. Just exquisite!

Which ones catch your eye? What are your thoughts?

Key Points from the Discussion

The Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton was a highly anticipated release, with some collectors noting Vacheron Constantin's slower pace in publishing novelties compared to other brands like Patek Philippe and Rolex during Watches & Wonders 2022.
While the Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton is appreciated for its sporty elegance, patrick_y reiterates his personal preference for the Traditionnelle Tourbillon, which he previously reviewed and considers one of the best tourbillons globally.
The salmon dial Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, featuring a Lemania-based movement and an exceptional moonphase complication, was widely praised for its aesthetic appeal, though some expressed a desire for a slightly reduced case size.
The Les Cabinotiers miniature enamel painting of a turtle, a one-of-a-kind piece, was admired as a work of art, with a collector noting a preference for earlier versions featuring cityscapes or dancers.
A collector questioned whether the integrated bracelet of models like the Overseas makes the watch feel larger than its actual size, drawing a comparison to the perceived size of Audemars Piguet Royal Oak models.
The use of titanium in the Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton was highlighted for its contribution to legibility and suitability for the watch's design, despite the model being in a high price bracket.

The Discussion

TeutonicCarFan

Mar 30, 2022

I was waiting for this to be posted. Funny I was up in the middle of the night with my son (EST), PP and rolex had all the novelty posted, JLC too. I go to VC site. Nothing. Then after awhile just the 222. They were slow. For me, the skeleton tourbillon overseas appears to be a delight. I like the look and idea of the 222, I just don't like yg. Also salmon PC chrono is a looker, but I always feel sundials not even in case. Nice showing

keks

Mar 30, 2022

that Ti skeleton overseas is a showstopper... watch of the show!

Ping.Timeout

Mar 30, 2022

It’s a pity there’s no two-tone variant 😭

Jp75

Mar 30, 2022

Many interesting watches - personally like the 222 and the overseas Ultra-thin. The PCC with Lemania movement has an intriguing salmon dial, would however like to see it in metal (or with « live » pictures on WPS. Br. Jérôme

Jp75

Mar 30, 2022

And the « les cabinotiers » with the enamel painting of the turtle is certainly a work of art. Preferred the earlier versions with either the cities by night or the dancers but one can only admire the results! Thanks and br. Jérôme

patrick_y

Mar 30, 2022

I like the turtle too! Hence why I included it. I wouldn't normally include it since it's a one-of-a-kind. But I just liked it so much that it found its way onto this post!

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