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The second chapter - the correct reference number
Nice to see some are interested and suggest to give the beauty a chance.
That's also my intention. Therefore my second thought, now a deeper dive:
I initially insisted, you need to see the movement to come up with a final valuation.
Why?
First of all, the condition of the movement would justify, it's worth to invest or not.
Second, you need the info about the movement cal. for correct identification of the ref.
I did my research about this watch and that below pictured is my conclusion:
It is not a Vacheron ref 4361 but it is the smaller sized Vacheron ref 4368.
It's not as advertised a Ladies model it's a medium size Gentleman's watch.
The ref 4361 with the corresponding caliber is more attractive to the average collector than the smaller ref 4368, and the same you could say about the two different movements.
But that's a rather subjective and simplified summary.
Vacheron & Constantin
ref 4368 (claw lugs / flamed lugs)
18K Yellow Gold
D 31 mm, H 8 mm
V&C cal V458, rhodium plated, fausses cotes (Geneva stripes) decoration, 17 jewels, Breguet balance spring etc.
period: late 1940's to early 1950's
the movement number 455xxx probably indicates a typing error (455xx would be mid 1940's).
(picture: approximated size difference)
Is it worth restoring?
It’s model number etc is unknown all I know it’s from early fifties Would it be worth restoring? I mean look at those lugs aren’t they gorgeous? ...
If you say restoring, what do you mean?
i wouldn’t touch the watch if still running ok-ish. I like the charm as it is. Movement wise, a good watchmaker should be able to do a service at a much lower price point as V&C. Br, Dirk
Change the strap, it is to dominant, and
Service only for the mechanics. Best Regards Stephan
Depending on many factors...
If it's a personal affection, just do it. On the first sight, the case makes a good impression, the dial was already refinished, the hands are wrong, the crown was replaced. To judge it's worth to invest, you need to have a look inside to determine what i...
Thanks
Wow you can see all that form just this picture? I think I am going to get an estimate from both VC as we well as a watchmaker and if buying price plus repair/fix up/ restore costs remain below wha5 I have in mind, I will probably do it and give it to my ...
I already wonder about your question
I didn’t observe you are actually interested in vintage Vacheron. The description above was just a first impression and is in some regards unprecise. But never the less, any further decision or activity should reflect on a valuation of the movement. In my...
my recommendation what to choose for present
Hello Jurry, Since the originally vintage Vacheron usually aged significantly in appearance, I would suggest to look better for a 'young timer' like this Vacheron Constantin 15084 ladies model, manual cal 1052, from 1990's as shown below. The fresh look w...
Check the size of the Ladie's ref,
if to small, this would be the bigger size, V&C ref 92084 Link
This is a charming and attractive piece.. The lugs are gorgeous!
I have just received back a watch from restoration at Vacheron last month. For my particular watch, the cost for restoration was about double what I paid to buy the piece from the well known auction site. It is hard to know whether it will be worth it for...
The second chapter - the correct reference number
Nice to see some are interested and suggest to give the beauty a chance. That's also my intention. Therefore my second thought, now a deeper dive: I initially insisted, you need to see the movement to come up with a final valuation. Why? First of all, the...