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I agree especially with the dressing down
of course smart casual is fine but -- to my surprise -- I have seen really sloppy outfits even for senior executives. I like to always be dressed right and I feel that there is indeed an advantage. Looking the part is very important.
Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ultra-Fine 1955: 5y review
As a recovering watches-addict I am enjoying my past purchases. Here is the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ultra-Fine 1955 bought in late 2015. You might think that this is just a dress watch. I think that is much more: an elegant every day watch (but of...
Absolutely love this! Quite possibly the ultimate "black tie" watch!
Looks great on your wrist as well, a perfect size!
thank you
the size is really nice. I don't mind bigger watches but this has a special balance/proportions.
What a beauty!
What a beautiful timepiece you got there. I would wear it frequently as well, with a matte brown alligator strap it will go well with a lot of outfits.
Type of watch and brand I love. Watch for the watch type of watch ☺️
Thanks for sharing this superb piece Christian! Alex
thank you :) glad that you like it too.
I know you like vintage and I am sure many similar vintage Vacheron are available at more reasonable prices
classic propotions and very very elegant timepiece !
i like your first wrist shot !! Best, mahesh.,
Elegant
Thanks for sharing. If I had to choose one word to describe this watch it would be “elegant” I agree it’s not just a dress watch. If one wears smart casual to a restaurant this watch is perfect. And can think of a million occasions like that one By the wa...
I agree especially with the dressing down
of course smart casual is fine but -- to my surprise -- I have seen really sloppy outfits even for senior executives. I like to always be dressed right and I feel that there is indeed an advantage. Looking the part is very important.
It is beautiful!
Can I ask about the size/thickness please? With my limited watch knowledge I have started to look for a 1955 PP Calatrava did you consider this when you bought this great VC? Any thoughts or advice to me from anybody within our community is highly appreci...
like Nicolas said it is 36mm 4.1mm thickness
Now, as a comparison a patrimony from Vacheron would be 6.79 mm, the Patek Philippe Calatrava 5196R 7,68 mm. When I bought this I already had a Calatrava 5127 in white gold (that they don't make any more) which is around 9mm. I only buy new watches so the...
Never trier the platinum because
Is a bit pf a rare bird in ADs but is goood to have both versions!
Patek's thinnest watch is the Ellipse 3738, an automatik watch
It is not theire manual 5196. The Ellipse is just under 6 mm, 5.79 or something.
yes ! I have that in WG (remember? it was your advice to go for it)
still an amazing piece, need to get it from the safe
I recall, now that you said it 😀
The 3738 is a keeper in any metal. I read somewhere that the popularity of the Ellipse has risen. I checked on chrono24 the offerings and yes, much fewer offerings than a few years ago. Your 1955 is one of the most desirable manual time only for me.
Happy you also considered the Aronde 1954, too
That once still haunts my dreams. One day, perhaps... ...
Very nice!
I like your watch very much, I like your attidude, but give God that you never see me dressed when I work from home. ;-)
thank you! and lol don't worry
I did wear this watch at home in pyjama even so may be goes with any home outfit
Wonderful piece
It is understated and beautiful. The mechanism is exquisite. Yes it could be an everyday watch too. I hope you wear it more often.
Congratulations on your 5-year anniversary with the Historiques Ultra-fines 1955
Mine has been with me for 8 years now. As I always say about this watch, the 1955 is simply a joy to wear. It feels like no other watch on the wrist. Mine says hello: Congratulations, once again. Cheers, respo ...
Thanks respo! Also for the pics! Your initial review
Was decisive and i recall you had amazing pics pf the Watch and also some nice 👞! As you rightly said feel like no other watch on the wrist. Glad to hear thar yours is still with you!
very nice..and charming
lots of vintage vachelor have the same spirit of this historique edition (perhaps at a much better price)
Thanks for your nice post. I actually wanted to buy it in 2015 too
But ended up with the Patek 5227, which is very similar but thicker. I loved the movement and the design but ultimately wanted a date and a modern movement. Great to hear that you made the right decision as i must agree - your watch is really so special!
can't go wrong with 5127/5227
and I am also with you regarding the date that is always a great addition. I would say the 5227 is a bit more versatile may be !
indeed you can see sometimes the hair going over the watch even in some of my pics :)
strategy wise (although this community is not about pricing) I suggest always an AD were best deals (especially for pieces that are not so quick to move like this one) are possible.
How well does it hold up as an everyday watch?
I would like to get one as my daily but the >2mm movement gives me reliability concerns for everyday use. I'm afraid the gears wouldn't last as long as a thicker movement (with thicker components) would. Would love to hear your experience with the watch a...
the watch was reliable overall but the power reserve was not great. The crown is very small ..not sure I would recommend it as a daily
I found the corne de vache a much better daily watch both in terms of look and feel (too thin is not always a great feeling) and reliability.
I have now sold the watch. I did own it for several years ..
it wasn't my daily watch but I think when I didn't wear it sometimes it had a bit of an issue to start but overall never had to service it.