Vacheron Constantin 1955 Rose Gold Automatic

TonyR shares his excitement about acquiring his first vintage watch, a 1955 Vacheron Constantin sub-second automatic in rose gold. He credits a previous WatchProSite article by 'Tick-Talk' for guiding his purchase. This post highlights the joy of discovering and researching vintage pieces, especially those with unique characteristics like rose gold cases from an era dominated by yellow gold.

A 1955 Vacheron Constantin sub-second automatic watch in rose gold and I couldn't be happier with it! I want to give a shout out and special thanks to Tick-Talk. The article you did below a few months ago really helped me a lot with this purchase and I can't thank you enough!!!

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This watch is 36mm's and wears a lot larger due to the longer lugs.........

I have been hunting for a vintage time only watch for a while now from either Patek or Vacheron. This piece happens to be one of the best looking examples that I have seen so I jumped at the opportunity to buy it once I was able to do some research. I love that it's in pink gold, most watches from this era were done in yellow gold.

I was even lucky enough to buy it with the original box...........

In any event, I look forward to adding more watches over the years from this era, thanks for all of the help guys! Tony

Key Points from the Discussion

The long lugs of the 36mm Vacheron Constantin vintage piece contribute to it wearing significantly larger on the wrist.
A 2000 Vacheron Constantin Jubilee edition, though smaller at 33mm, bears a resemblance to these 1950s vintage automatics, suggesting a potential for modern re-issues.
The movement in this specific 1955 Vacheron Constantin was only produced for two years, indicating its rarity, especially in a rose gold case.
The subtle golden pearls on the minute track of these vintage Vacheron Constantin watches are a discrete yet elegant design detail.
The vintage watch market presents pitfalls like fake watches, making thorough research and reliable sources crucial for collectors.
A modern re-issue of these 1950s automatic Vacheron Constantin watches, with an upsized case (38-40mm) and adjusted lugs, would likely be very successful.

The Discussion

g_schroder

May 9, 2018

Now that's how you do vintage!

Well done and congratulations. Wear it in good health.

amanico

May 9, 2018

For a first one, what a first one! Superb, class, elegant, sensual. Bravo! [nt]

TonyR

May 9, 2018

Thanks Nicolas.........

I'm not an expert buying vintage as a matter of fact the first one I tried to buy was a fake so I know there are plenty of pitfalls to avoid. In any event, a lot of your articles have been very helpful as well. Thank you my friend! Tony

amanico

May 9, 2018

You are too kind! [nt]

Brandon Skinner

May 9, 2018

You really couldn't do much better!

HUGE CONGRATS!!!

TonyR

May 9, 2018

Thanks......

I was super excited to get the watch and wasn't disappointed when I first strapped it on today!

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