A sports watch evokes both an instrument distinguished by impeccable chronometry and a model capable of withstanding the twists and turns of active life. For Vacheron Constantin, this duality has always resulted in timepieces combining technical imperatives with the utmost elegance.
Technical demonstration
Renowned from the outset for its mastery of horological grand complications, Vacheron Constantin stood out at an early stage by developing timepieces perfectly adapted to the requirements of scientists and explorers.
Produced from the 1850s through to the early 20th century, these pocket-watches were prized for their reliability and precision.
An exceptional heritage
The widespread introduction of wristwatches in the early 20th century enabled the Maison to demonstrate its technical expertise in the conception of chronographs, which became benchmarks in sporting circles throughout the first half of the 20th century. Sturdy watches fashioned from steel with integrated bracelets and highly legible dials created a whole new segment of sporty-chic models.
DISCOVER A FEW OF THE SPORT-CHIC TIMEPIECES
Self-winding watch in yellow gold
This 1972 yellow gold wristwatch featuring a bi-directional bezel graduated in five- minute intervals is highly prized by collectors. With its streamlined 35 mm-diameter case and concave lugs, this model first unveiled in 1963 was Vacheron Constantin's first sporty-chic watch designed to meet the desires of an active and well-travelled clientele.
Overseas Dual Time self-winding watch in steel and titanium
This sturdy yet lightweight Overseas Dual Time offers all the key travel-dedicated technical features. Displaying a second time zone thanks to mechanical self-winding calibre 1222, it elegantly explores the different shades of grey adorning the steel case, titanium bezel and leather strap. In addition to its basic functions, this Dual Time features two counters on its slate grey dial: the date at 3 o'clock and the second time zone at 6 o'clock, along with a power-reserve display and day/night indicator.
222 self-winding watch in yellow gold
With the 222, Vacheron Constantin presented a watch architecture featuring a flat base topped by a prominent fluted bezel. Its monobloc case equipped with an anti-magnetic shield requires the movement to be fitted from above and sealed by the screw-down bezel. The 222 boasts an exemplary 7 mm thinness, unprecedented for Vacheron Constantin at the time. This watch is distinguished by its understated, refined aesthetic, while exuding an impression of robustness with its integrated bracelet composed of large hexagonal-shaped central links.
Dedicated to travel and discovery, the Overseas 2024 models with green dials reflect this uncompromising approach to time measurement in which technical imperatives are combined with the utmost elegance.
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