Complications
WHL's comprehensive overview of Vacheron Constantin's Perpetual Calendar Chronographs traces the brand's journey in this complex complication, comparing it to other 'Big Three' watchmakers. The article highlights key models from the Malte and Patrimony Traditionnelle collections, offering insights into their design evolution, movement, and case dimensions. This piece serves as an excellent reference for understanding VC's contributions to high horology.
The Vacheron Constantin Phidias reference 6087 represents the brand's approach to classic dress watch design within the Phidias series. This reference features a white dial configuration that provides clear contrast against the precious metal case construction.
The watch houses an automatic movement within a 33mm case crafted from 18k yellow gold. The white dial is protected by sapphire crystal, and the timepiece offers 30 meters of water resistance. The fixed bezel maintains clean lines consistent with traditional dress watch proportions.
Reference 6087 appeals to collectors seeking a precious metal dress watch from Vacheron Constantin's catalog. The 33mm case size reflects period-appropriate sizing for formal timepieces, while the yellow gold construction and white dial combination offers a classic aesthetic. This reference suits those prioritizing traditional materials and understated dial presentation within the Phidias collection.
The first and the second perpetual ccalendar chrono from VC made me dream for a long, very long time. These are watches with character and elegance. Maybe they were late in producing such a combination of complications, but theey did well with their two first PC Chrono. I will come back later on this topic, as I prepared a post dedicated to it. Just have to find it in my mess. Best, Nicolas
...dial layout but don't suppose there is much chance of a return to that case size Ed
I agree with eelstub, that I much prefer the first version in 39mm where I prefer the balance of the dial. I think I can live with the thickness having tried it before without the means to buy it at the time. I would find great enjoyment in having the open up the half hunter case back to see the movement as I do with my PP5059. Its a great feeling. If I can live the with balance of case width and height on that I can certainly love the first Malte Perp Chrono! This has without peers the best moo
i certainly hope , the new chronograph caliber , without the limitation of lemania's size, can have the balanced dial layout of the first perpetual chronograph you have shown . and hopefully and wishfully, draws inspiration from the designs of their heritage pieces. that will be my grail and i will porbably sell a few pieces of my collection to fund it. bill, thank you of the reminder that a chronograph movement is on its way and a good article.
What could be better than spending some time with these VC perpetual chronographs? I did not realize that the original Malte Perpetual Chronograph was 39mm. I, too, would like to see a return to that size. 14mm does seem a bit chunky for a 39mm watch, but was the reduction in thickness (to what size, by the way?) for the 47212 due completely to the lack of the hunter hinged case back cover, or was the watch put on a diet for other reasons? I think many of us are waiting to see what an in-house c
I like each version, but settled on this one. Gary
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