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First impression is positive...
This appears to be a classic look, which brings the Overseas collection in line with the brand's DNA. The ultra thin is my favourite.
The big date was a signature feature of the old Overseas chronograph, so the 4 o'clock date will surely generate discussion.
Are the screwdown crown and pushers absolutely necessary for 150 m water resistance?
SiHH 2016: Vacheron Constantin novelties
Forumners, The new Overseas collection and the other 2016 novelties have been unveiled today. ( Sources: Vacheron Constantin website and The Hour Lounge, thank you Alex ) Visit our News Central forum for complete details & pictures: SIHH 2016: Vachero...
The blue dial Overseas in steel
is clearly my 2016 purchase. It will fit nicely with my 5711 Patek and 15202 AP RO. I'm impressed by the novelties of VC! Best, Kari
You think like I do...
just waiting for the new AP chrono even Intrust AP as much as I would trust having Lada as my car... But the idea is to have a nice trio: basic, chrono and a complicated example of the same theme. All blue, naturally. Best Kari
Vacheron is on a roll this year!!
With so many amazing releases! I too am eyeing the blue dial overseas.. the chrono in particular. Cant wait to see one in person!
I like these novelties a lot
for me the ultra-thin no date is quite attractive as well as the blue dial one. It is great to see some more down to earth novelties. The quick change system to swap straps/bracelet is also a great innovation - something that will be welcomed by many. Che...
Yes I like the quick change feature too
even if, from the picture with the 3 straps, I wonder if such a narrow part will be rigid and reliable enough... just a thought. Cheers, Mark
Good point,
It could be a deal breaker if the strap is not reliable but we have to trust VC on this. Did you have a look at the short video on the VC website? They show how the strap attaches on the case but also how the buckle-change works, pretty clever. Cheers
I am fast!
I ordered already the blue dial Overseas and I'm considering also the sister-chronograph. I think this concept with bracelet + crocodile strap + rubber strap is a real winner. And the watch is not bad either... Best, Kari
Dr. Kol, what is the price
of the Overseas Calibre 5100 in Blue Dial (Time Date only)? I am interested in this.
To be honest,
so am I! I'm sure it's not cheap but probably not priced over 5711 Nautilus. In other words I take it anyhow. I know, stupid... Best, Kari
Found a price on Instagram...
and the price is apparently identical to a 5711 Nautilus... to be confirmed. Best
That was my guess too...
But in the case of Overseas, there are in addition a crocodile & rubber strap plus the watch has a WR 150 meters. I have never found big difference in the quality between PP and VC even I very much prefer PP. But things can change... Best, Kari
You certainly are!
I\'m still drooling over this and you\'ve already ordered one. Congrats in advance! Do you know how soon before these are delivered and will be displayed at their boutiques?
The standard model in June
and the chrono in October. I think the chrono is well priced: while the naked watch is around 20k Swiss, the chrono is about 30k. Best Kari
I'm waiting to see it in the metal
As I said to Phileas I hope this narrow part where the stem is fixed is large enough to support the tensions. Otherwise it is a very practical feature. Cheers, Mark
Movement architecture and Thickness
The Ultra thin is white gold only and uses the same JLC movement used in the Royal Oak Jumbo (2120). The Perpetual is based on the JLC movement too with the added perpetual module. The new in-house chrono and three-hand watches are 13.7 and 11mm thick. Qu...
Great question!
Differences in the subdial arrangements and jewel counts suggest the two movements aren\'t that similar, even though it would make perfect sense that they share some technology. Will need more details to reach any sort of conclusion.
The Chrono is an In house manufacture movement. Not based on anything.
And the ultra thins may not be in house, but they house the famed 1120 - a great movement.
Thanks for the details Cervantes
The chrono was 42 x 12.45mm and now 42.5 and 13.7 thick which is quite an increase: I guess this is why they added this ring between the case and the Malte bezel which isn't really nice imho. To be seen in the metal. Cheers, Mark
Ring
I think that ring which the bezel sits on hearkens back to the 222 which is apparently the theme of the new models. I actually like it, as I found the previous version's interplay of bezel and case to be a bit inelegant in it's geometries. But I'm not sol...
You're welcome Chris
Different versions and calibers for different tastes and use. Cheers, Mark
First impression is positive...
This appears to be a classic look, which brings the Overseas collection in line with the brand\'s DNA. The ultra thin is my favourite. The big date was a signature feature of the old Overseas chronograph, so the 4 o\'clock date will surely generate discus...
Overseas: antimagnetic???
Hi Mark! It seems that the Overseas line has been protected from magnetic disturbances simply adding a soft iron ring around the movement. Well, are you sure a simple "ring" is really sufficient to classify a watch as "Anti Magnetic"? Ciao, Elio
I don't know!
But from what I read yesterday, it seems that they did testings and that, as the magnetism comes especially from the side and the top (the back being protected by the wrist), the difference in magnetism is not very different between the former generation ...
I had the good fortune to talk with Dominique Bernaz about this
And he said that there was much debate about this. That was why they did the tests. He said that they, too, were surprised by the results, but that testing showed the effects of magnetism effected the movement when the were "edge" on. He said there was "a...
This is what I understood
And anyway, as far as i'm concerned magnetism was never a big deal regarding the way I use my watches. Thank you for the feedback Jtodd! Cheers, Mark
Still prefer the big date window
The new date placement is too common. The interchangeable strap and micro-adjustment of the clasp are a neat idea but I still prefer the big date under the 12...
For anyone wondering just how big that 42mm Patrimony looks, here it is next to...
he 40mm Patrimony Auto w/Date ...
IMO it's lost all sense of elegant proportions.
And the sub seconds far away from the edge of the dial, necessitated by the too-small movement, doesn\'t help.