When the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin watches with gold-toned or burgundy lacquer dials were released at the end of August, we knew we had to work on separate hands-on reviews for both watches. Well, here we are, bringing you the review of the burgundy lacquer dial 18K white gold Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin ref. 4300V/220G-H151.
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Watch Auctions: Phillips Watches Decade One Auction. The Vacheron Constantin Prototype That Deserves Your Attention.
What caught our attention? The Vacheron Constantin prototype that is in the auction, along with other interesting prototypes from some of the most renowned independent watchmakers. Not the usual suspects you see at every major auction, but the actual first iterations—the test pieces, the experiments, the watches that capture horological ideas in their rawest form
Watch Auctions: Phillips Watches Partners with Vacheron Constantin to Launch the First-Ever Timepiece Concours d'Élégance
Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo and Vacheron Constantin have joined forces to create the world's first-ever Concours d'Élégance exclusively for timepieces. This groundbreaking collaboration brings together Phillips' auction expertise and Vacheron Constantin's horological heritage to celebrate the artistry and cultural importance of fine watchmaking.
From the Editor: Celebrating 270 Years of Vacheron Constantin's History and Rarest Horological Treasures
Today, September 17, 2025 marks 270 years of uninterrupted history of the oldest watch manufacture in the world: Vacheron Constantin. As the world's oldest continuously operating watch manufacture, the Geneva-based maison has spent nearly three centuries perfecting the art of timekeeping, creating some of the most coveted and technically sophisticated timepieces ever conceived. For serious collectors, understanding Vacheron Constantin's remarkable journey through history—and the extraordinary rare references that punctuate its timeline—represents nothing less than a masterclass in horological excellence
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d'Art 'Tribute to the Quest of Time'. Inspired by La Quête du Temps Clock.
As Vacheron Constantin marks its remarkable 270th anniversary, the Geneva-based manufacture presents another one of its most ambitious and technically sophisticated timepieces to date: the new Métiers d'Art Tribute to the Quest of Time, inspired by the just released La Quête du Temps Mécanique d'Art Clock. This extraordinary double-sided wristwatch represents three years of intensive development, resulting in a horological marvel that seamlessly blends cutting-edge innovation with centuries-old artisanal traditions.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin La Quête du Temps Mécanique d'Art Clock. 6,293 Mechanical Components and 7 Years in the Making.
Vacheron Constantin marks its 270th anniversary with perhaps the most ambitious horological creation ever conceived: La Quête du Temps Mécanique d'Art. This extraordinary astronomical clock represents seven years of development, bringing together master watchmakers, artisans, engineers, astronomers, and renowned automatier François Junod in an unprecedented collaborative effort that transcends traditional watchmaking boundaries.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin Gold-Toned and Burgundy Lacquer Dials
In an era where watchmaking increasingly favors bold statements over subtle sophistication, Vacheron Constantin's latest interpretation of the Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin stands as a masterclass in understated luxury. Two compelling new variants that exemplify why, after nearly three centuries, the Maison remains at the pinnacle of haute horlogerie.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Goes Full Celestial Mode with 12 Zodiac-Inspired Masterpieces
Vacheron Constantin just dropped something very special: a dozen hand-guilloché constellation watches that'll make your wallet weep—and your wrist sing—, but well worth it. When Vacheron Constantin decides to celebrate the night sky, they don't mess around. The new Métiers d'Art Tribute to the Celestial collection brings us twelve references, each one a love letter to a specific zodiac constellation.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Temporis Duo Grand Complication Openface
The latest Les Cabinotiers creation represents horological excellence at its most ambitious—a unique piece combining three of haute horlogerie's most challenging complications in one stunning timepiece. This isn't just another grand complication; it's a technical masterpiece that transforms mechanical watchmaking into kinetic art.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Grand Complication Openface. The First Minute Repeater in this Collection.
To continue the celebration of its 270th anniversary, the new Overseas Grand Complication Openface introduces the first minute-repeater in Vacheron Constantin's distinguished Overseas line. The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Grand Complication Openface is a testament to horological innovation, born from an extensive development journey aimed at housing grand complications within an elegant and sporty case architecture.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The 127-piece limited-edition Traditionnelle Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar ref. 6300T/000P-H056 in Platinum celebrates 270 years of Vacheron Constantin's watchmaking creativity. This exceptional timepiece pairs the complexity of a new calibre with the refined elegance of a hand-guilloché dial, all housed in a 42 mm platinum case only 11.1 mm thick.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Retrograde Date Openface 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Retrograde Date Openface 270th Anniversary is available in platinum and is limited to 370 pieces. This exceptional timepiece features a case entirely sculpted from 950 platinum, seamlessly merging mechanical excellence with innovative design.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Retrograde Date Openface 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Retrograde Date Openface 270th Anniversary reference 6010T/000P-H055 41 mm is available with a 41 mm case in platinum and is limited to 370 pieces. With a striking open dial that reveals its inner workings, this watch is exquisite.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Solaria Ultra Grand Complication 'La Première'. The Most Complicated Wristwatch in the World with 41 Complications.
The watch collecting world is buzzing with excitement, and for good reason. Vacheron Constantin has shattered the world record for the most complicated wristwatch ever created. Their Les Cabinotiers Solaria Ultra Grand Complication ‘La Première’ isn't just another luxury timepiece—it's a revolution in mechanical watchmaking.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The new Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date 270th Anniversary has a 42.5 mm case—9.79 mm thick—in 18K white gold or 18K 5N pink gold, references 4010U/000G-H057 and 4010U/000R-H117, respectively. Both watches are available in a limited edition of 270 pieces each.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Manual-Winding 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Manual-Winding 270th Anniversary is presented in platinum or 18K 5N pink gold in a limited edition of 370 pieces each as references 82172/000P-H062 and 82172/000R-H118, respectively. The watches feature dials with a geometric motif created for the 270th anniversary.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar Openface 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
Drawing inspiration from the first Vacheron Constantin watch with a partially open-worked dial from 1918, the Maison presents three limited edition watches with open-worked dials. The Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Retrograde Date Openface, the Traditionnelle Tourbillon Retrograde Date Openface, and the Traditionnelle Complete Calendar Openface.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle 36 mm Moon Phase 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The new Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle 36 mm Moon Phase 270th Anniversary is available in a limited edition of 270 pieces. It has a 36 mm 18K 5N pink gold case set with 80 round-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.13 carats.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle 33 mm Manual-Winding 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The new Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle 33 mm Manual-Winding 270th Anniversary reference 1405T/000R-H061 features a diamond-set 18K 5N pink gold case, equipped with the manufacture Calibre 1440/270.
W&W 2025: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Self-winding 270th Anniversary (Live Photos)
The new Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Selfwinding 270th Anniversary is available in 18K 5N pink gold or 18K white gold and in a limited edition of 370 pieces each. References 85180/000R-H116 and 85180/000G-H035 respectively.
