Watch Talk Reviews

Officially the oldest watch manufacturer in Switzerland, Vacheron Constantin has five main product lines.  One of the most magnificent is the Malte line, which includes watches with exciting complications.  The Vacheron Constantin Malte Dual Time Regulateur Model # 42005/000J-8901 is no exception to this rule.  The round 18 K yellow gold case measures 39 mm and is seated on a brown Alligator bracelet with a Tang buckle.

The silver dial of the Vacheron Constantin Malte Dual Time Regulateur Model # 42005/000J-8901 includes an hour dial at the 12 o’clock with a gold sword-shaped hand.  The minutes dial is also sword shaped and is centered on the dial.  The dial at the 6 o’clock position shows the date and the sub-dial at the 9 o’clock shows the dual time, or second time zone, done in 24 hours.  The small seconds are also shown.  The scratch resistant, anti-reflective Sapphire crystal is secured by a yellow gold bezel.  The back is transparent, with a matching Sapphire crystal.

The automatic movement of the Vacheron Constantin Malte Dual Time Regulateur Model # 42005/000J-8901 is water resistant to 30 m and features a 65 hour power reserve.  For a powerful watch with an elegant look, this Vacheron Constantin Malte Dual Time Regulateur Model # 42005/000J-8901 is an excellent choice.

One of the main product lines of the oldest Swiss watch manufacturer in existence, the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9097 features a 42.5 mm Stainless Steel Case.  This exotic timepiece excites one with its black guilloche dial with the pure lines of the hour markers and the luminescent hour and minute hands.  The stainless steel bracelet is the perfect accessory for this durable watch.

The black guilloche dial of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9097 features magnified date windows at the 12 o’clock position and subdials for the chronograph at the 3, 6, and 9’o clock positions.  The outer edge of the dial features additional markings.  The scratch resistant Sapphire crystal is held by a fixed bezel. The anti-magnetic shielded  movement is automatic and is water resistant to 150 meters.  This makes it useable for snorkeling, swimming and skin-diving, but not diving.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9097 is noted for precision, readability, performance and water-resistance.  The solid reputation and history behind this timepiece makes it worth looking into as a precision timepiece or as a collector’s item. This exciting men’s luxury watch reflects one’s passion for life and will go wherever you want to take it.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9095 is a member of one of their most popular product lines.  This larger-sized 42.5 mm round case is of stainless steel on a matching stainless steel bracelet.

The dial of the Vacheron Constantin – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9095 is silver guilloche.  The stick-style hour markers and hands are white outlined in silver for a sleek look.   Two enlarged date windows are located at the 12 o’clock position.  Three sub-dials are included for the chronograph and are located at the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions.  The crystal is of scratch resistant Sapphire and is secured by a stainless steel bezel.

The automatic movement of the Overseas Chronograph – New Style Model # 49150/B01A-9095 is water resistant to 50 meters.  When choosing a men’s luxury watch, one can find a watch that matches his style and adds to it.  The strong personality of this watch is perfect for the sportsman or businessman.

Officially the oldest watch company in Switzerland, Vacheron Constantin has been in operation for over 250 years.  Their dedication to beauty, precision, and intricate complications has stayed with them through the years, even through multiple different owners.  When one purchases a luxury watch, he purchases the name and reputation of the company who manufactures it.

One of the main five lines produced by Vacheron Constantin, the Vacheron Constantin Les Historique 1912 Tonneau Model # 37001/OOR is a gorgeous Tonneau shaped watch with a 37 mm 18K Rose Gold case.  The silvered matte dial features large Arabic numerals and classic hour and minute hands.  The beauty of this watch dial is in its simplicity and its easiness to read.  It doesn’t pretend to be anything besides a precision timepiece.

The Vacheron Constantin Les Historique 1912 Tonneau Model # 37001/OOR has a scratch resistant sapphire crystal and is water resistant.  The back uses eight screws to secure it to the top.  The black leather band sharply sets off the 18 K rose gold of the case.   The matted silver hour markers bring the black back to the dial for an excellent contrast.  For the man who wants to project a no-nonsense persona, this watch is the perfect match.

The oldest watch company in Switzerland, founded in 1755, is Vacheron Constantin. The original Vacheron, after whom it was named had a grandson who was running the company in 1814 and took in F. Constantin as an investor who would also do marketing and international sales.

Having joined forces, these two began a crusade to create the most complicated, finest, and most beautiful timepieces in the world.  One of their unique pieces is the Vacheron Constantin $20 Coin Watch Model # 33059/111J.  This watch has an automatic movement and the 18 K yellow gold case measures 34.7 mm.

Accented by an alligator strap bracelet with a buckle clasp, the Vacheron Constantin $20 Coin Watch Model # 33059/111J features an original 1904 $20 coin that has been split.  The coin opens to reveal the openwork movement with black skeleton hour and minute hands.  The actual movement of the Vacheron Constantin $20 Coin Watch Model # 33059/111J rotates up when the case is open so that you can see both sides of the intricate mechanical work, including the jewels.

For a person who likes the classic styling of a round shaped watch with a hidden twist, the Vacheron Constantin $20 Coin Watch Model # 33059/111J is a historical watch that is very intriguing.  The watch is simply elegant and is sure to be an item of conversation

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Tribute to Magellan Model # 47070/000J-9076 is part of the famous “Patrimony Tribute to Great Explorers series.  This series was done with the 39 – 40 mm 18K yellow gold case on an alligator strap with a deployment buckle clasp.

Each explorer was released in a limited edition which makes each one very collectible.  This gorgeous men’s luxury watch is beautiful with its classic round shape and a polished 18K yellow gold bezel.

The unusual dial of the Patrimony Tribute to Magellan Model # 47070/000J-9076 is made of a multi-colored decorative enamel which is composed of two parts.  The upper part shows part of Magellan’s route and overhangs the lower part.  This bears the minute track over which the hour figures travel clockwise.  This unique complication builds on a self-winding movement and a rotating hour wheel.

The Magellan Model # 47070/000J-9076 watch is truly an accomplishment which rightly belongs to the oldest Swiss watch company still in existence.  Established in 1755, this company has dedicated itself to creating some of the most complicated timepieces in the world.  The delicate hour figures are open-worked and seem to glide over the dial as they combine with the minute track and guide marks to show the time of day.