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I saw both versions a couple weeks ago...
and at first I was surprised at how big the vintage one is. Then I was surprised at how similar the two were. They were the same basic design, but about 40 years apart in manufacture. The new version had nothing on the vintage model, same tight case, beautiful dial, really impressive on the wrist.
I should add that I live out in the boonies and have never been in an "AD" in my life. If it weren't for the NAWCC regional watch shows, I'd never get to see watches in the metal, other than what I buy. I saw a 5134, Patek dual time, broken right before my eyes! The owner wound it backwards and stripped the click spring.
If you could have only one...
What if you could have only one Vacheron Constantin watch from any point inthe company's existence in your collection? What might you choose? I might give a different answer every time I am asked the question, but today the answer is: I love the shape, th...
Funny, Bill
I was thinking a lot about the Toledo, but the modern one. This Vintage piece is really interesting, but what do you think of the new version? Best. Nicolas
While the new Toledo 1952...
is a very nice watch, I don't feel as attracted to it as I do to the watch that it is modeled after. It really is a feeling more than anything rational. However, finding such a watch would require a lot of patience and a big back account. By comparison, t...
My choice would definitely be vintage...
I would probably need two watches even though the post says if you could have only one. I'd want one elegant dress watch with an interesting shape so I would go for something with a "cushion" shaped case, and of course make it rose gold! But for something...
On the 222...
VC's CEO has mentioned that he would like the 222 to come back in some significant way, most likely as the next step in the evolution of the Overseas. I doubt we'll see anything along those lines at this year's SIHH, but that day will come. Bill
Wearing the Toledo today..
It is a really beautiful and eye catching piece, and why not, the original has not lost any of its charms throughout all these years!! However, it has been a love-hate relationship for me since I am very much bothered by the lack of a quick-set button for...