Vacheron Constantin

This is my third incoming watch in as many as 10 days. I keep explaining (and justifying) to myself that this is merely a coincidence - the ordered timepieces just happened to arrive at the same time...

Yesterday I picked up the Harmony Chronograph in pink gold. Boy, what a lovely piece!

The watch is one of six models created to commemorate the brand's 260th birthday. It has a cushion-shaped case, a single-button pusher and a manually wound movement. It is a limited edition of 260 pieces.

The silver dial is modeled against a 1928 pulsometer chronograph. Note the unusual 45 minute counter (as opposed to the more commonly found 30-minutes)

It is equipped with an in-house movement Caliber 3300

While the picture may not show clearly, the lateral-coupling system and column wheel are the features generally found in old-school, high-end chronographs

The balance cock is decorated with a relief fleurisanne engraving similar to a motif on the oldest pocket watch owned by VC, dating back to 1755.

Side-by-side with a next-of-kin - the Chronometre Royale 1907, also limited to 100 pieces

A mandatory wrist-shot. The 42 mm diameter is probably the largest size I can accommodate for a dress watch.

Hope you enjoyed these pictures.

Sam

This message has been edited by samwan on 2015-06-10 18:53:00

It's such a joy to read your post that you got this beautiful anniversary Harmony mono pusher chronograph!!

Congrats my friend!
I love this watch but my wrist (6.2 inch) is just too small for it. The dial, case, movement are just beautiful!

Enjoy in the best of health and thanks for sharing with us here

Cheers
Robin

Agreed. My only reservation is that it is a bit flashy, as well as bulky on the wrist. I suppose the platinum versions are more understated comparatively...

Best

Sam

I'd call it a modern old school chronograph. While the horizontal coupling is classic, many components are incrementally improved from the movements that provided inspiration. Do the pusher and winding resistances feel "right"?

The pusher leans a bit on the 'tight' side but gives a rather substantial feel when pushed. Very similar to the Lang & Heyne monopusante chrono, the ALS Dato or even the PP 5960...

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Sam

I have a small, 6.5-inch wrist and this watch felt comfortable when I tried it on.

I believe mono-pushers are usually "tighter" than two-button chronographs. 

Also, VC created what they call a "Go / No Go" system that prevents the possibility of pushing the actuator "half way" and partially engaging the chrono function with out the dial indicators moving.  I've been told that this can happen with some chronographs, the gears are engaged and start to move...but the chrono hands/indicators do not start rotating.  VC did not elaborate more on the details of this system, but it may contribute to the "tight" feeling.

Best Regards, Dan

And the additional information regarding the push button. I didn't know that and will certainly research about it.

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Sam

but in a good way.

Congrats again!

Fernando

Did I tell you that 8 more are in the pipeline? :P

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Sam

heart beat speeds up everytime you wear it

Very well said.

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Sam

Huge congratz Sam, this is a very special watch in many ways: new line, specially decorated, with the new caliber.

I've just attended to the Parisian presentation yesterday and this version was my favorite model then.

Thanks a lot for this presentation and I think you did really well.

Cheers, Mark

For the compliment and endorsement. From what I read, this seems to be a popular model and I am surprised VC lowered the price recently, though I do not mind at all.

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Sam

The Harmony deserves all the attention, but I'd like to comment on your beautiful red 12 Chronometre Royal.  Thanks for sharing that piece too, one of my favorite "modern" VCs.

Yes, the CR was one of my earlier watches and is definitely a keeper. In fact, the CEO of VC told me that less than a 100 pieces were made due to technical difficulties.

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Sam

VC Harmony Chronograph is an appealing watch.

That I have not made the wrong decision
... Best
Sam

world to get delivery of this.

the box is pretty and the accessories nicely presented.

but I think we all understand. 

Yes, we are all bitten by the bug.

The CR is one of my 'oldest' watches...

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Sam

But at least you got a really nice watch! 

Thanks for sharing Sam! 

Real candy to the eyes
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Sam

Has Customs set up a desk outside your front door? 

9 more in the pipeline

Glad we are both in the same state of mind....

Best

Sam

this purchase shows the complete opposite...you are very sane!!!

I am collecting mine this week, so I have to defend my position -

best, Horo

Another piece in common among our portfolios....though you have many more independent grails!

Hope you like it.

Best

Sam

Another great piece in your collection

Cheers
Robin