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SOLD: Vacheron Constantin Malte Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
Brand: Vacheron Constantin - (more)
Series: Malte Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 18kt Yellow Gold
Model: Malte Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
Condition: MINT
Location: Japan
Status: SOLD
Listed: Jun 7, 2017, 6:34 AM
Retail Price: USD 83,400
Payment Info: Payment via wire transfer only.
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FS: Vacheron Malte Perpetual Chrono in YG.
Extremely rare and extremely fine Vacheron Constantin Malte
Perpetual Chronograph reference 47112/000J-8913 in yellow gold. This watch is
one of the finest hand winding perpetual calendar chronographs ever produced by
any manufacturer, including Patek Phillipe. Based on the legendary Lemania 2310
movement (identical to the Patek 3970), finished to the absolute highest level,
and in one of the most beautiful, complex, and unique cases produced.
In comparison with the Patek 3970, this watch is
arguably better in every respect for a fraction of the price. Comparing the
movement finishing side by side it is hard to see any discernible difference,
and in fact, the Vacheron in some areas is finished to a higher standard. The
case work is incredible, featuring an extremely unique and beautiful shape, in
a perfect size for pretty much any size wrist (39mm) without being too big.
Uniquely it also has a hunter case back which adds considerably to the
complexity of the construction as opposed to a plain sapphire case back. Also
unique is the solid gold, hand engraved moon phase, which under inspection with
a loupe reveals an amazing amount of hand work and skill. The yellow gold case
and hands provide perfect contrast with the silvered dial, making this one of
the most legible watches of any type. Reading the time/day/date/moon phase is
very easy under any lighting condition. Also important to note that although
the watch is stated to be "yellow gold" the colour is actually
somewhere between yellow gold and rose gold. I would rate it 65% yellow/35%
rose.
I am the original owner of this watch, and have
worn it very sparingly over the last 12 years, averaging just 2 or 3 times a
year over that period, for a total of less than 30 times. The watch is in
beautiful condition (Near Mint), and shows no major marks/scratches/dings. A
brand new black crocodile strap has been installed by Vacheron, and also
included is a brand new dark blue crocodile strap. The straps alone cost $352
each ($704 in total) purchased from the New York Vacheron Boutique. The watch
is 100% complete with everything as originally purchased.
Included are the following:
1)Polished wood presentation box with battery
operated hand winder
2)Outer cardboard box with storage section in
the bottom.
3)Vacheron marked push pin corrector
4)Vacheron leather travel carry case Vacheron
outer cardboard box
5)Vacheron folio including a watch photo with
details of:
a)Model # 47112/000J-8913
b)Movement # 902XXX
c)Case # 779XXX
Also includes a detailed written description of
the case/dial/movement/bracelet/strap. Signed and dated April 14 2004 by Claude
Daniel Proellochs Vacheron C.E.O.
6)Folio cardboard holding case
7)Hang tag (Not pictured)
8)Guarantee certificate (unstamped)
9)Service booklet (unstamped)
10)Operating instructions
11)Leather bound ring binder including:
a)Vacheron history
b)Users manual
c)Guarantee
d)World service
12)Presentation box winding machine instruction
book
13)Vacheron embossed polishing cloth
Asking $47,500. Please contact by pm with any
questions or for further information.
Regards
This message has been edited by Tokei-ski on 2019-02-18 22:57:43