Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Year of the Rat

Vacheron Constantin revamps one of its historical watches, reference 6087, which is today one of the most sought-after models among watch collectors. The reference 6087, better known as Cornes de vache, or Cow horns, is the Maison’s first water-resistant chronograph launched in 1955. As part of its Historique Collection, the brand reissues Cornes the vache model in steel. Vacheron Constantin Historiques Cornes de vache 1955Reference 6087 The original Cornes de vache watch is one of the pieces most desired by collectors, due to its very limite...

The oldest Swiss manufacture, Vacheron Constantin, has been in China for a very long time. Their first delivery of watches to China dates back to 1840’s. The Manufacture is known for its historical Chinese watches, that were heavily decorated and often available in pairs. Designed to withstand humid climates, they were both reliable and accurate. This year, the great Swiss watchmaker presents a limited edition Traditionnelle Quartz dedicated to the Chinese clientele. Vacheron Constantin’s Chinese clients are slightly younger than the global...

The house of Vacheron Constantin honors one of its ambassadors, the professional photographer and long-distance explorer Cory Richards, with an Overseas Dual Time prototype timepiece. The watch is dedicated to Richards’ third attempt to conquer the Earth’s highest mountain, Mount Everest (29.029 ft). Even though he had already conquered it twice, once without oxygen in 2016, this time he had to give up because of the bad weather conditions. However, he managed to take some extraordinary photos and videos, which will be exhibited in Vacheron...

A one of a kind twin-dial model created by Vacheron Constantin’s Les Cabinotiers department is one of the new products which will be presented at SIHH 2019 in January. The brand has already revealed Les Cabinotiers Minute Repeater Tourbillon Sky Chart, and now it presents yet another unique model – Les Cabinotiers Grand Complication Phoenix. Both new models are specially commissioned bespoke timepieces intended for the brand’s most devoted clients and watch collectors. The Grand Complication Phoenix is a magnificent new model that combines n...

Ahead of the SIHH 2019 watch salon, taking place in January next year, the house of Vacheron Constantin introduces an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind model created by the watchmakers of the special Les Cabinotiers department. The department reconnects with the era when the highly specialized Geneva watchmakers worked in special ateliers where they crafted unique and specially commissioned complication watches – the cabinotiers. The latest creation of the modern Les Cabinotiers workshops is the unique  Minute Repeater Tourbillon Sky Chart, a wat...

The legendary watch retailer, Bucherer, has since 1888 offered its customers timepieces crafted by some of the world’s best manufacturers. To celebrate the unique bond with its partners, Bucherer has launched the special Blue Editions project – an exclusive collection of blue-themed watches. Blue, the symbol of Bucherer, is now a common theme of all the new creations of the Bucherer blue editions. These exclusive models are only available at Bucherer boutiques, and they’re produced in a limited run. The latest to offer its interpretation of...

Vacheron Constantin’s legendary sports line Overseas welcomes a powerful new model with a new dial color. The very first Overseas model, combining the luxury, elegance, and sportiness, was introduced back in 1996. In 2006, on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the first steel model, Vacheron Constantin revealed the Overseas in yellow gold, and later, in 2008, a version in rose gold. In 2016, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its emblematic model, the Swiss manufacture revealed a modernized Overseas collection with a revisited design...

One of Vacheron Constantin’s most iconic models, the simple yet elegant Patrimony, makes a notable new appearance in a 36 mm-diameter version, crafted from white gold. The minimalist new variant of the celebrated Patrimony model, with simplified highly refined design, is designed for both men and women. Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Self-Winding 36mm 4100U/000G-B181: black semi-mat leather strap Fitted with a leather strap in classic black or a vibant red, the Patrimony self-winding 36mm is equipped by a mechanical automatic movement designed...

For this year’s edition of the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH 2018), the house of Vacheron Constantin introduced two new masterpieces in its highly exclusive Les Cabinotiers collection. Same as the rest of the range, the two new models - Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication “Ornementale” and Les Cabinotiers Grande Complication “Crocodile” – are the work of the Maison’s special Les Cabinotiers Ateliers in which the watchmaking expertise meets artistic crafts to create unique models for most prestigious clients. Both of these...

At this year’s SIHH watch salon, the house of Vacheron Constantin unveiled its new FIFTYSIX Collection of elegant and masculine, retro-styled watches. The vintage-tuned, yet contemporary range, is a modern day interpretation of Vacheron Constantin’s iconic reference 6073 from 1956, which is said to be inspired by the Maltese cross. The brand new range, which is both contemporary and deeply rooted in the Maison’s rich heritage, represents a perfect combo of modern elegance and casual refinement. The entire new range is built around the histor...