Vacheron Constantin

Coming to auction next November (Phillips "Decade One 2015-2025", November 8, 2025) is this very unique timepiece: the Vacheron Constantin Saltarello Prototype . The development for the Saltarello ref. 43041 , combining a jump hour complication with retro...  

I think the case shape is really nice and the dial is just stunning, but the effect of the rounded numerals when compared to the flat ones is just so much nicer looking as it appears to give it more depth. The only surprise to me on this watch seeing as w... 

I guess it can be considered Neo-vintage. And the Saltarello is definitely a milestone in VC's development. Best, Emmanuel

Here’s my regular model, now gone but very much missed! ...  

I'm not completely sure about this prototype, but I think it's the first time it surfaces. Best, Emmanuel

Always thought this was a super cool and off the run watch from VC. There’s something about watches like this that are non standard or usual for the manufacture. There are a couple of owners here; I recall seeing some over the years. Thanks for the educat... 

I haven't seen one in real life yet, but hopefully someday! Best, Emmanuel

...I think it would make my unofficial top ten : )

It will be interesting to see how this one sells next November. Best, Emmanuel

...a slight downgrade for the round movement, but it is a great one : )

...shaped, of course...

the brake mechanism and front aperture. Best, Emmanuel

I am a huge fan of the Saltarello generally, almost irrespective of case material. I have to say that the standard production one without the dial cutout appeals to me a tad more, on spite of the uniqueness of the prototype 😊

I’m not fond of dial cutouts, so I would probably feel like you. However, this particular cutout is very discreet and well implemented, so I find it hard to tell how I would feel when comparing them in real life (which will never happen anyway). Best, Emm... 

Have you seen one yourself?

Hopefully one day, even I had seen it seeing it again would be great 👍🏻🤞🏻

Best, Emmanuel

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And warm welcome to WatchProSite: it’s quite a stunning first post! Best regards, Emmanuel