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one of three
I think of this as one of the three watches that personifies VC for me, the others being the old-style jump hour
and finally the Jalousie, which I can't seem to find a single still-working picture of on the site. (the unusual-shape pieces like the 1972 fall just behind these). For whatever reason I think of Vacheron not reigning supreme in high complications, but in fantasticly executed minimal complications. Watches that may not do anything more than tell the time, but do it in a fascinating and complex way.
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Rare Mercator
A friend sent me some wrist shot photographs of his Mercator America and has kindly given me permission to post them here. This watch is from a limited edition of 10 watches made for the North American market in 2003. The enamel dial depicts the North Ame...
Did you call me?
Between the " normal " silver dial and these enamels, my preference goes the these last. A piece of Poetry, undisputably. I can't resist, and to say all, it is in my very short list. This is not a scoop for you. Actually, I found that, aesthetically speak...
one of three
I think of this as one of the three watches that personifies VC for me, the others being the old-style jump hour and finally the Jalousie, which I can't seem to find a single still-working picture of on the site. (the unusual-shape pieces like the 1972 fa...
Beautiful dial.
Colourful enamel dial by VC - what more can you ask for? Regards Ling
It is always good to see the Mercators
Thanks for posting this one, Bill. The Mercators are among those watches that really set VC apart. This is VC at its best in terms of producing a unique and interesting piece that is also lovely and elegant. A Mercator America is on my wish list -- one of...
Cloisonné or silver, you " America ", Respo?
I' m with you on this one, my friend. Is this really a surprise? Cloisonné or silver? If silver, it will be easier to find....And to afford. Best, Nicolas
Great minds think alike. LOL.
Well, for the Mercator, the enamel dial seems like a perfect match to the overall design of the watch, but I for one might have to "settle" for a silver dial one. In truth I do not see this one happening for me, given the limitations I have set for my "co...
Well, don't get me wrong, Respo...
I meant that compared ot the exquisite dial, the movement is a step under, in my opinion, even if it is a good movement. For example, I would love to get a worked rotor, like on the Saltarello. It is ooking nice, it just could be even nicer. As a coincide...