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A great read....
and the photographs are spectacular. I just have a small correction: the platinum watch with the black dial was made in 25 examples for the Japanese market. One of them did belong to a collector based in Taiwan, which may be where the confusion comes in.
I have not seen one of the yellow gold/black dial versions show up in the secondary markets in years.
Bill
" LES HISTORIQUES " CHRONOGRAPH, THE IN DEPTH REVIEW
In the world of Exclusive Chronographs, there are a very few Competitors... People have immediately in mind the A.LANGE Datograph, the Patek Philippe 5070, The new to come JLC Duo Metre à Chronographe, and least but not last...The Vacheron Constantin, in ...
What a long and boring post!
Just kidding, Nicolas. Words cannot describe my excitement on seeing this great presentation of an exceptional watch. What a great catch! You did well to jump on it. The Salmon dial is also my preference and to be perfectly honest I will even pick it over...
A great read....
and the photographs are spectacular. I just have a small correction: the platinum watch with the black dial was made in 25 examples for the Japanese market. One of them did belong to a collector based in Taiwan, which may be where the confusion comes in. ...
So, Damian, this is another watch I will have to show you in the flesh!
I'm so in love with... Will have to post, one of these days, a platinum shot of theses gorgeous chronos! LOL Best, my friend, and, as always, thanks for tyour very nice words! Best. Nicolas
I have strong
indications that my heart will not endure close encounter with you and your watches but what the hell I'm insured .0)) Sincerely
very nice Vacheron...
... thank you very much for the comprehensive review and my congratulations to your purchase! I once had a Glashuette Original Senator perpetual calendar with a salmon dial - you don't see this color too often and it makes a stunning timepiece even more s...
Excellent review, but then I'm biased!
Notice, with the platinum case one gets 4 screws to fasten the case back to the case, here a snap back! A small detail... A classic chronograph, elegant & timeless. Congrats on getting that wonderful version, I love it. Cheers, Tim...
Great post...
The pictures were fantastic and it was the first time I've ever seen a Breguet with a salmon color dial. Thanks for the indepth review of VC chronographs, I really enjoyed it. Best regards, Dino
Aaaah, Dino, this Breguet Type XX in pt with Salmon dial was also
Another great find, 4 years ago... Indeed, the Salmon dial adds some Exclusivity, some Elegance and refunement to these 2 watches. But, IMO, the VC is a bit above, even more exclusive, and a bit more elegant. best! Nicolas
Nice report ...
... thanks Nicolas! Those salmon dials are really something special, félicitations again on such a nice catch ! Greetings Filip
Wonderful review
Nicolas, Thank you for sharing your joy and knowledge. Each version is a wonderful alternative to the larger competitors. Park
Historique
Nicholas, thank you for the indepth write-up. I just purchased the platinum with the silver dial several weeks ago. Have not been able to get it off my wrist since it arrived. The salmon dial looks great. Great weigh also to the platinum. Thanks again for...
wow.
great post, ill have to admit i stopped reading and become mesmerized by the pictures... the pushers seem to be a different metal on your piece, are they different or just the pictures showing up odd on my laptop? that dial layout is superb, i was gawking...
Pulsometer dial versus telemetric dial
I do notice a version of VC chronograph bearing a pulsometer dial instead of the telemetric dial. Any data on how many Les Historiques" made with pulsometer dial? Larry
Thanks Nicolas for the excellent review
Very much enjoyable, and the photos are fantastic! I too have been longing for a 47101/47111. I am particularly interested in the YG for its timeless warmth, especially now in this cold season.
Fantastic review!
Thanks so much for posting this. I particularly enjoyed the comparisons with the other high-level chronos. A beautiful piece -- wear in good health and happiness! Best, Gary G
Great review Nicolas! I love the salmon dial version too
Many years ago I passed on an opportunity to buy this very model, along with a platinum GP Ferrari rattrapante, for an incredible price and I am still kicking myself today. Wear yours in the best of health! - SJX
There are from time to time, some to hunt, SJX
Quite hard to find, but it's always possible to get one, my friend... I can only say that it is really worht it! Thanks for your nice words. Best. Nicolas
I know we are not supposed to talk about prices...
but I was offer the platinum chrono for about USD9000, this was about 4 years ago. Ouch. - SJX
Nicely done, Nicolas. SJX...
I SOLD a PP 3970 for $38k four years ago, upon the advice of a PP market "expert" I sold an extra (ordered two to be sure I got at least one, didn't want to keep two) Lange 1815 Moonphase for $12k around the same time. Market prices over the past 4 years ...
possibly the best review I have read on
comparisons about chronographs. The pictures were 1st rate and the descriptions appeared very objective...great job. Like some others I am a little prejudiced as I own 2 of the historiques chronos and have the JLC Duometre on order, both great examples of...
John Ly, if I' m not wrong, you are the one who
Owns the Black " Les Historiques " Chrono in platinum .. What is your 2d? May you post some nice pics of this Black? And of the other? I loved when you said that some of us are biased, as you, ...and me! LOLOL Biased or unbiased, I really think thaz this ...
Nicolas...I do not have the skills you have with the camera
but have attached a couple of pictures of the platinum with the black dial. I also have the yellow gold with the silver dial just for contrast. I love chronographs and the Historique is right on the top of the list.I think the Lange 1815 chronograph is an...
What a great article
Thanks Nicholas, very much for this wonderful tour of VC Chronos. The text and pics were superb. Probably one of the best articles on the web about this topic. I really enjoyed and feel even better about mine Regards, Joseph
Fantastic article and fantastic watch.....
This is one of my favourite chronograph. I have helped my BIL to get one in YG and I have the pleasure of having it for a few days..... it is so BALANCE Congratulation for such rare piece (salmon dial). Cheers....CL
Thanks very much for the photos and congrats Nicolas...
as it is indeed a very nice find. Yes I can confirm that the platinum model with black guilloche dial is a LE of 25 pieces for Taiwan several years back, and it's quite a bargain judging from today's perspective. To me the VC chronograph is the sensible a...
Do you want to go shopping Nicolas?
Hi Nicolas, Congratulations on your review and on your purchase. It was a great pleasure seeing you fall for this little marvel. I'm a great fan of the traditional VCs and this Historique Chronographe is among the best. I hope to add a silver dial yellow ...
Perhaps you'd like to meet Grandfather?
Thank-you for the wonderful article and pictures....very inspiring. Here is a ref. 4178 from 1943....
Thanks Nicolas,
For this great post, always love the chronos of VC, altrough the mercator is a little bit more intresting for me. Best Michel
Merci beaucoup Mon ami for the wonderful review!
I really really love these long reports of yours filled with photos! They help me to learn alot about the pieces and brands! Thanks as always Stephen
Much appreciated, Stephen!
Just hope that it is not too long! Best, my dear friend! Nicolas
Not at all mon ami, you should make it even longer next time!
Because how can we ever be tired of our favourite passions ever, am i correct? LoL Stephen