Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ultra-fine 1955 - How thin is it ?
As pointed out by a good friend in my previous review of the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ultra-fine 1955 I didn't capture how "fine" or thin this watch is. Wearing this watch during the holidays reminded me to post some photos that might show how thin...
Wow what a review!
Thanks for the effort to take these pics and do the write up Christian I love such discreet luxury, which is to me the highest form of luxury for a fine gentleman like yourself. You have great taste in watches my friend Cheers Robin
thank you Robin you are always too kind :)
glad that you enjoyed the photos I thought it would be interesting to see it from a different angle. It also keeps me busy with one watch without having to hunt for something new
"Sufficiently substantial". That's the words from a mature, seasoned collector,
and something that I just began to appreciate. Thank you for this pictorial review.
Slimness is a great complication.
The movement of your VC is just 1.64 mm while my wife's PP has a movement of 1.77 mm. But the solid case back helps to keep this platinum watch also pretty slim. Best, Kari ...
gorgeous watch Kari..
you have great taste not only for yourself but for gifts too I was wondering since you have so many gorgeous Patek and already secured the amazing pilot watch did you also see the 5227G-010 ?
I strongly believe
in 5227P. And if (=when)that comes, I will get it! This reference is really elegant in all metals but I believe that platinum would make it perfect. Best, Kari
Superb piece and review! Great pics and very interesting read. One of the more interesting modern offerings from VC for sure
Would love to see this side by side with the JLC Ultra Thin Jubilee and Piaget Altiplano 900P. Thin is indeed a complication to admire! Enjoy this VC!!!
the piaget are very nice too but so far...
for me I didn't see the same character of this watch. Sometimes it might be the dial but I suspect the difference here is also the case construction that with the lugs makes this vacheron wear bigger than 36mm. Compared it side by side with my Patek 5127 ...
No comparison between VC and Piaget in my opinion. Piaget felt forced with none of the sublime charm of the 1955.
The closest contender to me is the JLC 1907 or Jubilee. Between those two it\'s a very tough call. I currently lean to JLC, but I love both.
I hope the court will allow some discussion of "thinness"
Begging the Forum's pardon for listening in, but that is one very beautiful watch! I've only had one VC and perhaps this is the one I should aim for as my next. You've reminded me of the virtue of thinness (on my wrist if not my waist). Perhaps it's time ...
As I told to other owners of this watch on our forum
I love this model and you underlined perfectly one of its main assets. Wear it well Christian and congratulations again! Cheers, Mark
thank you Mark !
really a great and under estimated watch that can work well as a daily wearer !