Vacheron Constantin

Last week, Vacheron Constantin and retailer Cortina Watch held a dinner to showcase the SIHH 2009 collection, including the much awaited Americaine 1921. The venue was Mimolette, a French restaurant located near the former Singapore Turf Club; the meal was good.

Kudos to the VC team here in Singapore, especially May Yee, for the enjoyable evening.

All photos courtesy of Vacheron Constantin. 

 

 

 

 

This message has been edited by SJX on 2009-06-24 17:19:04

 

 

Ang Teck Meng and Jeffrey Sim

Vernon Lim, Stefano and Zach Toh

David Heng of Vacheron Constantin, Jim Seah and Peter Chong

Jeremy Lim of Cortina Watch, Jim Seah, Darren and Dana Cheong

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Jeremy Lim of Cortina giving a pre-dinner speech 

followed by David Heng of VC 

The evening's entertainment was by a wonderful jazz band 

And as is becoming increasingly common, massive photograph firepower at watch events. 

Above left: Chion May Yee of VC 

These need little explanation. The Americaine 1921 attracted a lot of interest naturally.

Also interesting was the fact that the list price of the Americaine 1921 was about 20% less than initially indicated during SIHH.

This message has been edited by SJX on 2009-06-24 20:56:42

I love that the Americaine 1921.
What a beautiful watch that is.

GEO

and I know the food was great.  I also really enjoyed the expressions when the guests were viewing the V&C masterpieces.
Thanks a bunch,
Tim

This message has been edited by timerider on 2009-06-24 10:43:04

The models look striking. The company seems very avid about watches. The dining menu sounds like an epicurean's delight. And lastly, the watches appear to be simply amazing.

Great photos SJX!

Looks great! Wish I were there.

they are not mine. The photographer did a great job.

- SJX

It looks like a good time was had by all. The American 1921 looks like it was a big hit with the croud there. VC has a really great selection of time only watches right now between the American 1921, the Chronometer Royal 1907, and the various Patrimony models, both automatic and manual winding.

Bill

Was the final retail price of the Americaine 20% more or 20% less than previously announced at SIHH?

Loved the photo and comment about "photographic firepower". Tropic Thunder indeed.

Cheers
Tony P

nt

but retail in other countries may vary due to taxes and exchange rates.

- SJX

What will be the price of the new VC Patrimony Traditionelle 38mm with the new 4400 movement?

When will it be available in Singapore?

The MSRP in USD for the Patrimony Traditionnelle will be $14,400. I was told to expect them in the US starting in August. Please contact your Singapore dealer for local pricing and availability.

Bill

Do you think the price difference between the Traditionelle and 1921 is justified? They both have the same movement. I know the 1921 has more gold

and perhaps the movement is reworked to tell the time diagnonally, but does the "iconic" element of the piece justify a almost double increase in price?

 

will have to answer for himself. Nothing special is done to the 4400 in the American 1921, so it really is an apples to apples comparison as far as movements are concerned between the 1921 and the Patrimony Traditionnelle.

If I like two watches equally well I usually buy the cheaper one. While I'm not in the market right now for such a watch, I can easily see myself buying the American 1921 rather than the Patrimony. I like it THAT MUCH MORE.

I'm be interested to know which watch other forum members would choose for themselves.

 

Bill

nt

it seemed to be a great event
Cheers

Thks for sharing

SJX and Vacheron Constantine:  Thank you for the report.

All the usual faces in Singapore in one place again.  

 

The 1920s theme was evident, in keeping with the star attraction - Americaine 1921 - very cool.

Also good that the recession theme of the late 1920s - early 1930s was also reproduced in the reduced pricing of the watch.

I wonder what watches will be "reproduced' in 2097 to reflect our 2009 style? That is the same 88 year gap between 1921 and today.....

hmmmm...if we like the Americaine 1921 in 2009, will it be re-editioned in 2097?  

 

Regards,

MTF

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Enjoyed reading about it as well as looking at the great photos.

Thanks for posting, I can't wait to see this years new models in person.

Tony