Vacheron Constantin Overseas Moon Phase Retrograde Date

For fans of Vacheron Constantin the retrograde indication is a feature found on the Patrimony collection. This unusual, yet ingenious display first appeared in the 1990 as part of their “Métiers d’Art” collection, although it was slightly different and featured a double retrograde indication. Now for the first time ever Vacheron has released an Overseas model with a retrograde date. This combination manages to mix technical sophistication with a sporty profile. The 41 mm case is made of stainless-steel with brushed surfaces and polished bevels. Mounted to the case is a fixed two part steel bezel with alternating brushed and polished finish. The juxtaposition of these contrasting embellishments creates a very unique six-sided bezel design.On the flip-side is a sapphire exhibition caseback that allows a view into the inner workings of the mechanical movement. It features a 22k gold oscillating weight adorned with a wind rose and bears the Geneva hallmark.It comes equipped with a screw-down fluted crown embossed with a Maltese cross. This watch was also constructed with a soft-iron casing ring that provides anti-magnetic protection. Water-resistance can reach up to 50 meters (164 feet).Time is exhibited on a translucent blue lacquered dial with 18k white gold hour index markers, followed by a minute ring track. Circling around a sloped flange is a 60-minute scale in a slightly darker blue hue.The retrograde date is distributed on the upper-half of the dial, running from 9 to 3 o’clock with only odd numerals in white printed font. The current date is pointed out by the blue-tinted retrograde hand with an arrow tip.While on the lower half is a moonphase at 6 o’clock that allows to read the numbers of days that have passed since the last new moon, thanks to the aperture being graduated from 0 to 29 ½. This scale is based on the moon which takes approximately 29.5 days to make one full rotation around the Earth. The sword-shaped central hands and hour indices have all been fitted with a luminescent filling for an enhanced legibility.  The center portion of the dial is also characterized by a sunburst satin-brushed finish. 

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Moon Phase Retrograde Date

The “Vacheron Constantin Overseas Moon Phase Retrograde Date” (Ref#: 4000V/210A-B911) is powered by the in-house self-winding mechanical movement, caliber 2460 R31L/2 with 27 jewels, 275 components, and 28,800 vph. Power reserve can last up to 40 hours, when fully wound.Mounted on the watch is a steel bracelet with half Maltese cross-shaped polished and satin-brushed links, secured to the wrist by a stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system.It comes with an additional blue calfskin leather strap with exposed gray stitchings, plus a blue rubber strap, all equipped with an interchangeable system for quick swaps.This watch will be available exclusively at the brand's boutique locations. For more up to date information visit the official Vacheron Constantin website here.

 

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