Ultra-Fine 1955

Hi all so firstly my apologies for the long delay after my post on Ultra Thin movements but increasing pain levels seriously hampered my ability to put this post together. First of all I need to make it clear I am not an expert on Ultra Thin watches and a

Although if I had to pick just one that would actually be an easy choice to make for me it would hands down and not even close be the Vacheron Constantin Ultra-Fine 1955 in platinum with the silver dial on the blue alligator strap. Marc

Absolutely sublime, with a touch of cool, with these blue indices. Best, Nicolas

After my thread Going square with Patek Philippe , I wanted to do the same investigation work for Vacheron Constantin . Thanks for reading. Best, Emmanuel A/ REF. 6290 in white gold Case Diameter: 26mm Lug Width: 16mm Movement: Vacheron Constantin caliber

Today, I'd like to draw attention to two beloved calibers and to some of the watches which have them: Vacheron Constantin caliber 1003 (introduced in 1955, developed by JLC and finished by VC) JaegerLeCoultre caliber 849 (introduced in 1994) Absolutely st

My 6099 from 1958, Cal 1003 inside, and an interesting gold-flecked effect dial. It's hard to photograph the way it sparkles in the light. The VC boutique watchmaker confirmed the case is unpolished. This is the case shape that inspired the Historiques Ul

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

I think they could have made an open case back if like on the Ultra-Fine 1955. But that would have required complete change of the case... Best Blomman

Vacheron Constantin has been making watches since 1755, and with over a quarter millennium of continuous production to its credit the brand constantly has to be mindful of its past while it pushes forward with new wristwatch designs. One avenue that the b