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Nicolas (amanico) presents the Vacheron Constantin Chronomètre Royal in rose gold, a reference he admires for its aesthetic but believes could be elevated with specific modifications. His post sparks a discussion among collectors about the watch's historical context, design choices, and potential for future iterations. This article synthesizes community insights, exploring why this particular model holds a unique, if sometimes debated, position within Vacheron Constantin's modern catalog.
I admired this watch for a bit when it was available. But the 🛸 price was always a mistery to me. Design a bit too grandfather-like perhaps this is why it quietly exited the catalogue, I think the corne de vache is much nicer (and somehow more timeless).
with what you described here regarding all of the material and finishing details. That is exactly what this watch needs in order to not look as 'grandfatherly' as it otherwise does....
A 4400 movement would be perfect
Enjoyed wearing this one for many years.
it is one of only two modern-era VC to display the ampersand ;-) It was an interesting piece when launched, taking the CR family to a conservative appearance after decades of sporty designs aka Phidias, 2215, and even 47022. When, not if, they decide to revive the Chronometre Royal line, I'm hoping for a new, technically advanced movement now that the current engine has trickled down to the FiftySix line.
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