Having handled both I can say that they are beautiful in person and on the wrist but if I had to pick one it would be the steel. Probably the nicest steel example I have had the pleasure of handling especially with that dial.
Many variants of the Vacheron Constantin ref. 4073 have been made. Among them, the two show below are among the most appealing , imo. Roman or Arabic numerals: which one do your prefer ? Roman for me ! Best, Emmanuel A/ TWO TONE DIAL WITH APPLIED ROMAN NU...
Romans. I think the purely linear numerals work with the chapter ring and VC vintage stick dial - so this is the exception. I just wish the case was a bit bigger
Having handled both I can say that they are beautiful in person and on the wrist but if I had to pick one it would be the steel. Probably the nicest steel example I have had the pleasure of handling especially with that dial.
And of course I thank you for these beautiful photos. Steel is not a metal I feel attracted to most of the times and I personally like Roman numerals, but I fully trust you concerning this beautiful timepiece. Best, Emmanuel