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Quattro's Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache post offers a deep dive into what makes this chronograph a standout. His personal insights into its design nuances and movement finishing provide a valuable perspective for collectors considering this iconic reference. This article explores why the Cornes de Vache, with its distinctive lugs and refined caliber, continues to captivate enthusiasts.
What do you like less on the dial side? Too vintage looking? Any other thing (I'm sincerely interested to know, as it's a matter of personal taste, of course)?
Imho, your corne de vache looks way more elegant and understated as compared to patek equivalent. I think it’s the best looking on the market.
In certain lightings, they are really nice to see (cf. photos). And I would agree that the true “rival” of this watch isn’t to be found in Patek’s catalog: for me, it’s Lange’s 1815 Chronograph. I tried it on before buying the CdV and found the movement quite stunning, even if almost over decorated with its German silver, blued screws, gold chatons and hand engraved balance cock (a real colored feast for the eye). But the case and dial didn’t really appeal to me: I missed the crazy lugs of the C
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