Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache 1955 Chronograph
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Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache 1955 Chronograph

By amanico · Nov 10, 2025 · 20 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) shares a captivating encounter with a Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache 1955 Chronograph, spotted during a gathering in Toulouse. This post offers a glimpse into the personal connections and shared appreciation for horology among collectors, emphasizing the joy of experiencing exceptional timepieces firsthand. The casual setting of a restaurant provides an intimate backdrop for appreciating such a significant watch.

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I had the pleasure to see this one while a friend of mine and myself gathered in Toulouse, last week. 

A quick picture taken at the restaurant. 


Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Historiques, Cornes de Vache 1955

Our dear Emmanuel has some great watches! 

Best,

Nicolas

About the Vacheron Constantin Historiques Ref. CornesdeVache1955

The Historiques Cornes de Vache 1955 is a chronograph model that draws inspiration from a specific Vacheron Constantin chronograph reference from the mid-20th century. It is part of the Historiques collection, which reinterprets significant designs from the brand's heritage. This particular model is notable for its distinctive "cow horn" lugs, a design element that gives the watch its name and sets it apart from more conventional chronograph cases.

The case of the Cornes de Vache 1955 is crafted from precious metal, typically rose gold, and features the characteristic sculpted lugs. It houses a manually wound chronograph movement, visible through a sapphire crystal case back. The dial layout is a classic bi-compax chronograph configuration, with a tachymeter scale around the periphery. The crystal protecting the dial is sapphire, often with an anti-reflective coating.

This reference appeals to collectors who appreciate vintage-inspired designs and the craftsmanship of traditional watchmaking. Its faithful recreation of a historical Vacheron Constantin chronograph, combined with modern manufacturing standards, makes it a sought-after piece. The Cornes de Vache 1955 is offered in various precious metal iterations, each maintaining the core design elements that define this distinctive model within the Historiques collection.

Specifications

Caliber
Caliber 1142
Case
18k 5N Pink Gold
Diameter
38.5 mm
Dial
Opaline Silver
Water Resist.
30 meters
Crystal
Sapphire

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MD
mdg
Nov 10, 2025
A bad joke/pun...

...we Americans pronounce it as 'to-loose' or 'to-lose.' No time to lose : )

OR
orahu
Nov 10, 2025
Quick picture or not — it is a very beautiful watch.

KM
KMII
Nov 11, 2025
And this is one of the wonderful specimen 👌🏻👏🏻👍🏻

Looks like a great meeting 👋🏻

AM
amanico
Nov 11, 2025
I confirm, on both counts.

QU
quattro
Nov 11, 2025
Spending this time with you was a great pleasure!

And you have wonderful watches too! ;-) Best, Emmanuel

AM
amanico
Nov 11, 2025
Hehe, to be lived again!

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