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SayNo2Babies shares the culmination of a three-year quest: a Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6782, presented in remarkable unpolished condition. This article delves into why this particular reference is considered a pioneering high horology sports watch and one of the first automatic movements to earn the prestigious Poinçon De Genève, offering valuable insights for both seasoned collectors and those new to vintage Vacheron Constantin.
This has been a long hunt, but my personal collection centerpiece has finally been found (3 years looking!). Here is a very old, but new to me, Vacheron 6782 in unpolished condition. The very first high horology sports watch, and with one of the first automatic movements to receive the Poinçon De Genève. Cheers
Key Points from the Discussion
- The Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6782 embodies the essence of classic watch collecting: light colors, Swiss quality, a compelling story, and understated appeal, making it a guiding example for many collectors.
- A potential concern regarding the caseback's authenticity was raised, specifically the absence of a case number, which deviates from standard industry practice for combining case and movement numbers.
- The movement in the Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6782 is based on a Jaeger-LeCoultre (JLC) caliber, a detail often of interest to collectors studying historical movement partnerships.
- The Ref. 6782 features a 'turnograph take' bezel and a 20mm lug width, design elements that give this vintage piece a surprisingly contemporary feel.
- A collector with an extensive database of 'T-bird' watches (a common nickname for certain Vacheron Constantin models) offered to provide historical sales and ownership information based on serial numbers.
- The presence of ampersand symbols on dials of later Vacheron Constantin models, even those manufactured after 1973, suggests the use of old stock dials, indicating potential inconsistencies in production timelines.
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