Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache Chronograph

mrds · 2019-08-22T08:26:13Z

Explore the Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache chronograph, celebrated for its unique lugs and harmonious design. Collectors discuss its appeal, comparisons to Patek Philippe and A. Lange & Söhne, and market availability.

Daniel (mrds) shares his enthusiasm for the Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache, highlighting its distinctive lugs and overall design harmony. This post invites collectors to appreciate how every element of this chronograph comes together to create a truly special timepiece, sparking a discussion on its unique appeal compared to other high-horology chronographs.

Key Points from the Discussion

The Cornes de Vache's strength lies in its perfect, natural harmony, where the distinctive lugs, case, dial, and traditional movement all complement each other.
The platinum Cornes de Vache is a perfect size, but the rose gold version is highly desired, with rumors of a new stainless steel release causing speculation.
The dial and hands of the Cornes de Vache are strongly preferred over modern Patek Philippe chronographs, with the 'bulls horns' lugs being an acquired taste that grows on collectors.
The Patek Philippe 5170's dial shares many similarities with the Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6087 from 1954, suggesting a historical design influence.
The price difference between platinum and rose gold Cornes de Vache is significant, equating to the cost of a new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, and pre-owned models are rarely available.

The Discussion

Pretty Boy

Aug 22, 2019

Beauty!

The dial has many similarities to the one of PP 5170J. 😉 Best, V.

Pour le Mérite

Aug 22, 2019

You probably mean it the other way around...

The dial of the 5170J has many similarities with the one of the Vacheron Constantin Ref. 6087 from 1954. :P

mrds

Aug 22, 2019

Thanks, PrettyBoy.

I prefer the VC‘s flowing elegance over the 5170‘s more austere design.

Francoamerican

Aug 22, 2019

Prefer this dial to any modern patek chrono

strongly prefer this dial and hands to any modern (sapphire) patek chrono ever made bulls horns were more an acquired taste for me - but i'm there now!

mrds

Aug 22, 2019

Wakes up your animal spirits, too 😂

Thanks, Francoamerican.

Jurry

Aug 22, 2019

Such a gorgeous watch [nt]

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