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My small VC collection

 

Hi Bill,

As you know, I already put the story of my first VC on this forum - as my very first post.  Here is a pointer to that post:
vacheron.watchprosite.com

Since then, I've picked up 2 other VCs, a 1908 Chronometer Royal pocket watch - which is in VC's hands getting a full service and Certificate of Authenticity and my newest acquisition - an "old" style Overseas Chronometer with silver dial.

I've caught the VC bug and am only interested in VC, but I know I'll never have a collection of 31 like you did (I could never afford it).  I'm not a huge collector and I do not expect to sell any of these watches.  Each has purpose and meaning to me:

- 31-Day Retrograde - I still love this watch, to me and my wife it combines classic AND different (with the retrograding date).  It is also what I wear to important events and functions.

- 1908  Chronometer Royal - I love the history and place CR has at VC.  It use it for really formal events - it's a great conversation starter.

- Overseas - perfect for my daily use.

I hope to add more in the future, but would be totally happy with just my current, albeit, small collection.  I'm more interested in the vintage pieces right now - they speak to me much more :- )

Best Regards, Dan

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My First VC...

 
By: WHL : September 23rd, 2008-11:57
I began my descent into the madness of collecting wristwatches back in 1998 with the purchase of a Chronoswiss Opus. With one nice watch I was quite happy. But I wanted more. About a year later I added an IWC Mark XV to my collection. I was even happier. ...  

My first and only VC

 
By: watch-guy.com : September 23rd, 2008-17:24
Bought about 2 years ago. I collect manily PP and Rolex but when this came along I could not pass it up. Beautiful PG case,great lugs and a stunning dial. If it had PP on the dial I do not think I would have been able to afford it. Come to think of it, I ...  

My small VC collection

 
By: dshao1 : September 23rd, 2008-22:01
Hi Bill, As you know, I already put the story of my first VC on this forum - as my very first post. Here is a pointer to that post: vacheron.watchprosite.com Since then, I've picked up 2 other VCs, a 1908 Chronometer Royal pocket watch - which is in VC's ... 

Hi! My first VC is the Oversear Chronometer slate blue dial.

 
By: Gilbs : September 24th, 2008-08:23
Until now I still wear it. Its my favorite bracelet watch as you said and described earlier and still with me for almost 9 years now. I really prefer this more than the new OS. It is a well balance watch!

After purchasing my first VC. I got a DTR in PG last May 2007

 
By: Gilbs : September 24th, 2008-08:28
and another just recently on June 2008 a Malte Chrono in WG. I have not sold any of my collections since 1996 (Rolex Sea Dweller, Rolex Explorer, Rolex Oyster Perpetual, IWC XII, Zenith El Primero with Moon phase).

Exclusively Vacheron

 
By: Tick Talk : September 25th, 2008-12:20
Hi Folks: Absolutely wonderful to hear about all those who have focused exclusively on Vacheron & Constantin, no matter how big or small the collection. I'm proud to join you! Dan, my first VC was also the original Overseas chronometer, with blue dial. I ...  

Hey Bill a little help

 
By: smthstl : October 6th, 2008-13:35
Perhaps I am showing that I am a little wet behind the ears.... But I am wondering about these auction catalogs of which you speak. I am debating on an overseas dual time, or possibly a UN diver depending on the financial conditions.... The US$ is really ... 

Auction catalogs are a treasure!

 
By: Tick Talk : October 6th, 2008-13:48
Hope I'm not butting in but I think you would really enjoy browsing auction catalogs as a way of learning and deciding on what to purchase. Printed catalogs are available prior to auctions from the auction houses but are expensive (although Sotheby's just... 

My first and only one VC was

 
By: amanico : October 6th, 2008-13:55
A Chrono Malte in White gold... I sold it, a bit deceived by the finish of the dial, the too many writings,and the comfort on the wrist. But I loved this watch, and believe me or not, but I regretted it a bit, with his inconvenients, as I loved the caqse,...