Vacheron Constantin Overseas 41mm (Ref. 4520V/210A-B128) mini review

Nov 11, 2024,22:41 PM
 

Hey everyone!


I’m thrilled to share my mini-review of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas 41mm (Ref. 4520V/210A-B128). My journey to this piece has been a little unconventional—I actually picked up the 222 first! But when I had the opportunity to buy this particular Overseas, which remains one of the most coveted models, I couldn’t pass it up.


As always, I’ll let the photos do most of the talking, but here are a few highlights for me. The dial, in particular, stands out—its deep royal blue hue is truly special and can be challenging to capture in photos. It has a unique character, which, in my opinion, distinguishes it from its counterparts from Audemars and Patek. The quick-change strap system adds a lot of versatility, letting it easily transition from casual to dressy.


A quick shoutout to Vacheron for a smart upgrade: they’re now delivering this watch in a sleek leather travel pouch and case, doing away with the oversized boxes and saving space. Finally!


I also had the chance to buy the solid gold Overseas with a green dial, but I ultimately went with this one. Knowing my collection includes the 222, would you have made the same choice?


Looking forward to your thoughts, and enjoy the photos!

Christian


Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

Watch by Vacheron Constantin, Overseas, 4500V, 4500V/110A-B128

This message has been edited by India Whiskey Charlie on 2024-11-12 00:58:00

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Best choice ever! =))

 
By: InHavenPro : November 11th, 2024-22:57
Also, indubitably, I would have made the same decision vs the gold OS, the 222 does that even better in my opinion . Much enjoyment, cheers, Filip

Congratulations for this acquisition !

 
By: quattro : November 12th, 2024-06:08
Have you had the opportunity to compare this 4520V with the previous 4500V? I wonder if the changes make a real difference or not really. Enjoy your new timepiece !

not really! both were pretty rare birds at my boutique.. what changed?

 
By: christianch : November 12th, 2024-08:49
may be thickness and the straps now include calf and not alligator ? I think there are also some improvements in the strap changing e.g. buckle for the spare straps

4500 to 4520 changes

 
By: India Whiskey Charlie : November 12th, 2024-14:48
Bracelet and straps taper to 18 mm instead of 20 mm before Case is approximately 0.34 mm thinner Date window size slightly reduced Small changes to movement and rotor decorations New buckle attachment design for straps No other known (by me) changes

Thank you very much !

 
By: quattro : November 12th, 2024-17:12
Then I suppose it’s slightly more wearable for tiny wrists like mine.

Congratulations Christian!

 
By: Derreck : November 13th, 2024-21:01
This is looking very cool. Very happy for you. This watch can be the best gada watch ever produced, put it on rubber strap and go swimming or skiing or whatever, than just change it to the bracelet and you are ready for the chic dinner at the restaurant. ... 

Well done my friend!

 
By: mrds : November 18th, 2024-20:38
And definitely this one vs. the RG version when you already have the 222. This blue dial is magic. It is probably the watch that gets the most wrist time for me.