WHLBetter In Louis Zukofsky’s roman à clef “Little,” real-life violinist and teacher Ivan Galamian is given the fictional last name “Betur” because, as Paul Zukofsky writes in the notes to the story, “better was (quite properly) the highest word of praise that he knew.” While it may be belittling to a student never to hear from his teacher that his playing is good, it does impart the lesson that while there is no perfecting a piece of art, a work can always be improved. So it is with Vacheron Constantin and the Malte Tonneau Chronograph. In 2008 Vacheron Constantin presented an updated version of the watch that traces its origin to the birth of the Royal Eagle line in 2001. That year, Vacheron Constantin released ......">Story

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amanicoThe Patrimony Tradtionnelle Open- Worked Skeleton! To me, this is truely THE Masterpiece of the year, among all the VC novelties this year. The Chronos, simple or Perpetual Calendars, are cool, but too classic, too wise, IMO, and too big. The 1921 was a reveletion for me, but compared to the awesome work made by VC with this Patrimony open - worked Skeleton, it is a step above, in terms of finish, and price, as well. With the Patrimony Skeleton, you are in another dimension of perfection, of true VC DNA and spirit...">Story

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AnthonyTsaiVacheron Constantin SIHH 2009 - LIVE PICS of the new models! Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph moonphase is hand engraved from 18k gold plate estimated retail price 111,000 CHF Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle Chronograph chronograph calibre 1141 estimated retail price 46,000 CHF Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle Open-Worked Skeleton requires 20 hours of work for skeletonizing the automatic version requires 15 hours of work for skeletonizing the manual version automatic - caliber 1120 SQ - extra thin (2.45mm) - 28mm diameter of mvmt - 38mm case manual - caliber 1003 SQ - extra thin (1.64mm) - 20.8mm diameter of mvmt - 30mm case available with or without diamonds on the bezel Men's - estimated ......">Story

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WHLPress release and press pictures: The New Patrimony Models: Consummate Purity and Elegance The Patrimony line encapsulates Vacheron Constantin’s very DNA, its heritage and its savoir-faire, patiently accumulated for over 250 years. It is also a symbol of the purest kind of elegance, a recognised and longstanding signature of Vacheron Constantin. With its round cases and timeless classicism, the Patrimony is rooted in the purest tradition of watchmaking. Patrimony Traditionnelle The Traditionnelle line of the Patrimony collection, which was introduced in 2007, is inspired by the aesthetic features that have distinguished some of Vacheron Constantin’s most beautiful historical models...">Story

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WHLThe announcement of a new caliber is always exciting for fans of a brand, and the inaugural watches that host new calibers make for collectible watches. I remember awaiting VC’s development of its own calibers after it acquired HDG in 1998 with great anticipation. The tonneau tourbillon caliber 1790 was and is beautiful and a technical tour de force. The simple caliber 1400 was and is gorgeous with beautifully shaped bridges and cocks...">Story

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samwanIn honor of Vacheron Constantin's 100th anniversary of the first observatory pocket watch, the publication recounts the prestigious history of the Chronometre Royal 1907. From its original pocket watch roots to exclusive wristwatch editions with exceptional craftsmanship, this exquisite timepiece remains a pinnacle of elegance and precision, boasting luxurious features like a pink gold case, hand-painted Arabic Index, and exceptional enamel dials....">Story

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WHLMaking It New When Ezra Pound exhorted “Make it new,” he was challenging his contemporaries to find value in the cultural works of the past and to recast them for the present. Pound himself used the techniques of translation, imitation, allusion, and quotation to achieve his artistic goals. An overarching challenge for watch designers at historical firms is to come up with designs that respect their firm’s heritage while also remaining relevant to contemporary tastes. That is, to “make it new.” They use the horological equivalents to Pound’s linguistic techniques to make watches that would be recognized as belonging to their heritage but also could only be of this time...">Story

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WHLWhile Vacheron Constantin introduced modifications of existing watches (regular production versions of the Chronometer Royal and Malte Tounneau Tourbillon Regulateur; a feminized Overseas Dual Time with diamond bezel; a RG Overseas Chronograph with chocolate dial with strap options; a larger case for the Malte Tounneau Chronograph; and a platinum Patrimony Contemporaine manual wind) the real purpose of their display at SIHH 2008 was to launch a new line, the Quai de l’Ile. ******** Vacheron Constantin has always been known for making elegant watches with superb movements and beautiful cases and dials. The brand is also considered the finest manufacturer of skeletonized watches, with examples from simple time-only watches to complex perpetual calendar, ......">Story

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DjeWe are many admirers of the already historical calibre 1003 here. Bill teased us only a few hours ago with this landmark in Vacheron Constantin's prestige. I was glad to receive this morning my first 1003 after years and years of waiting. Please be careful...">Story

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TonyRLast week I acquired a Royal Oak 15300 to go along with my Overseas chronograph. Since I've seen quite a few people on these forums ask many times which one to choose, I figured I'd post a comparison. Now I know it’s not quite an apples to apples comparison seeing that one is a chronograph and one isn't but I think you'll get the idea. Both companies make a date, chronograph, and dual time version of these watches...">Story

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