This is a moment I have been waiting for! Finally I can present you the entire new 2016 Overseas Collection. It is a watch I very much liked before and now, after seeing the new ones, even like more … Have a look!
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas history goes back to the 1970s: During that period the famous reference “222” was presented. To be precise it was in 1977 to mark the 222nd anniversary of Vacheron Constantin. This sports watch was fitted with a screwed-down bezel and case-back guaranteeing water-resistance to 120 meters. Designed to suit an active lifestyle, it served as a basis for creating, in 1996, the first Overseas models. This remarkably technical collection soon became a touchstone for Vacheron Constantin. Its dynamic lines, its signature bezel and its solid case-back adorned with a depiction of the famous Amerigo Vespucci three-masted ship are an open invitation to travel the seven seas. Vacheron Constantin has gradually developed the identity codes of this line over the years, such as the metal bracelet introduced in 2004 and featuring a motif evoking the Maltese cross brand emblem.
These are by the way the four iconic luxury sports watches of the 1970s together on one picture …
The four iconic luxury sports watches of the 1970s on one picture. From left to right: Vacheron Constantin 222, IWC Ingenieur, Patek Philippe Nautilus, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. In courtesy of reddit.com.
… and this is a recent picture of the “old” Vacheron Constantin Overseas …
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph
“In 2016, the new-wave, Hallmark of Geneva-certified Overseas is casting anchor in the 21st century“, says Vacheron Constantin.
The new Overseas collection meets the demanding criteria of the Hallmark of Geneva, the prestigious label of quality and excellence instated in 1886. Standing for much more than just a certification of origin, it is issued by a neutral and independent official body. The Hallmark of Geneva rewards watches assembled in Geneva according to extremely stringent criteria relating both to movement components and to the performance of the watch. Embodying a four-fold consumer guarantee of provenance, resilience, accuracy and expertise, the Hallmark of Geneva establishes high production standards serving to achieve the best possible results in terms of reliability and aesthetics, while ensuring respect for traditional hand workmanship as well as the transmission of these skills. Did you know that Vacheron Constantin has been its most loyal representative since 1901?
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
The new automatic chronograph movement developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin. The result of a five-year development process, this 263-component calibre is fitted with a column wheel coordinating the chronograph start, stop and reset functions, as well as a vertical coupling clutch preventing any jerking of the hand when the chronograph starts.
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5200 Overseas verso
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5200 Overseas Recto
A signature feature of new Vacheron Constantin chronographs, the column wheel is adorned with a screw shaped like the Manufacture’s signature Maltese cross emblem. This movement is equipped with a twin barrel enhancing its torque and its reliability while ensuring over 50 hours of power reserve. Protected from magnetic fields by a soft iron ring, it powers the hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph and date indications. These functions are all displayed on a silver-toned or blue dial adorned with sunburst, snailed and velvety finishes. The facetted gold hands and hour-markers are coated with a luminescent material ensuring optimal readability.
The Overseas Chronograph comes in a stainless steel or 18 carat pink gold 42.5-mm-diameter case. Its screwed-down pushpieces, crown and caseback guarantee water-resistance to 150 metres, while its transparent back reveals a 22 carat gold oscillating weight adorned with a wind rose.
The new stainless steel models are each delivered with three interchangeable bracelets/straps: a steel bracelet with an easy-fit system, along with rubber and leather straps. The two latter are fitted with an equally interchangeable stainless steel folding clasp.
The new stainless steel Vacheron Constantin Overseas models are each delivered with three interchangeable bracelets/straps: a steel bracelet with an easy-fit system, along with rubber and leather straps …
The new interchangeable Overseas stainless steel folding clasp for the leather and rubber strap
The pink gold model comes with two straps: one in leather and the other in rubber, both fitted with an interchangeable pink gold folding clasp.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
TECHNICAL DATA Overseas Chronograph
References
5500V/110A-B075 – silver-toned dial
5500V/110A-B148 – blue dial
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces
Calibre 5200
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
30.6 mm (13’’’¼) in diameter, 6.6 mm thick
Approximately 52 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
263 components
54 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Date
Column-wheel chronograph (30-minute and 12-hour counters)
Case
Stainless steel
42.5 mm in diameter, 13.7 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Screwed-down crown and quarter-turn screw-lock push-pieces
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 15 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished flange, coated with translucent silver-toned/blue lacquer; snailed counters
Bracelet/Straps
Steel bracelet with polished and satin-brushed links in the shape of a half Maltese cross
Delivered with a second strap in black/blue alligator mississippiensis leather featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a third strap in black/blue rubber
Clasps
Stainless steel bracelet secured by a stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system
Delivered with a second stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and interchangeable system (patent pending) compatible with both additional straps
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
The pink gold model comes with two straps: one in leather and the other in rubber, both fitted with an interchangeable pink gold folding clasp.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph – Calibre 5200
TECHNICAL DATA
Overseas Chronograph
Reference
5500V/000R-B074
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Calibre
5200
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
30.6 mm (13’’’¼) in diameter, 6.6 mm thick
Approximately 52 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
263 components
54 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Date
Column-wheel chronograph (30-minute and 12-hour counters)
Case
18K 5N pink gold
42.5 mm in diameter, 13.7 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Screwed-down crown and quarter-turn screw-lock push-pieces
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 15 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished flange, coated with translucent silver-toned lacquer; snailed counters
Straps
Brown alligator mississippiensis leather strap featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a second strap in brown rubber
Clasp
18K 5N pink gold triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and interchangeable system (patent pending) compatible with both straps
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Hours, minutes, seconds, date: this Overseas model displays essential functions. Nestled in a 41-mm-diameter case in stainless steel or 18 carat pink gold, the new Calibre 5100 entirely designed, developed and crafted by Vacheron Constantin is composed of 172 parts. It beats at the rate of 28,800 vibrations per hour and is endowed with a comfortable more than 60-hour power reserve guaranteed by its twin barrels (ensuring the constancy of the torque delivered to the regulating organ). The transparent screwed-down case-back reveals the precious 22 carat gold oscillating weight adorned with a compass rose. This timepiece certified by the Hallmark of Geneva adopts a sunburst blue or silver-toned dial, swept over by gold luminescent hands and hour-markers. Anti-magnetic thanks to the soft iron ring surrounding its movement and water-resistant to 150 meters.
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5100 Overseas verso
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5100 Overseas Recto
The Overseas is ready for all occasions with its three interchangeable bracelets/straps: a stainless steel bracelet with an easy-fit sizing system, as well as two straps in rubber and leather respectively. The latter are supplied with an equally adjustable stainless steel folding clasp.
The pink gold version is fitted with a leather strap and comes with a second rubber strap, as well as an interchangeable pink gold folding clasp.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
TECHNICAL DATA Overseas
References
4500V/110A-B126 – silver-toned dial
4500V/110A-B128 – blue dial
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces
Calibre
5100
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
30.6 mm (13’’’¼) in diameter, 4.7 mm thick
Approximately 60 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
172 components
37 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Central seconds
Date
Case
Stainless steel
41 mm in diameter, 11 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Screwed-down crown
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 15 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished flange, coated with translucent silver-toned/blue lacquer
Bracelet/Straps
Stainless steel bracelet with polished and satin-brushed links in the shape of a half Maltese cross
Delivered with a second strap in black/blue alligator mississippiensis leather featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a third strap in black/blue rubber
Clasps
Stainless steel bracelet secured by a stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system
Delivered with a second stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and interchangeable system (patent pending) compatible with both additional straps
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100 in pink gold
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
Vacheron Constantin Overseas – Calibre 5100
TECHNICAL DATA
Overseas
Reference
4500V/000R-B127
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Calibre
5100
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
30.6 mm (13’’’¼) in diameter, 4.7 mm thick
Approximately 60 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
172 components
37 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Central seconds
Date
Case
18K 5N pink gold
41 mm in diameter, 11 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Screwed-down crown
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 15 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished flange, coated with translucent silver-toned lacquer
Straps
Brown alligator mississippiensis leather strap featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, large rectangular scales, hand-stitched
Delivered with a second strap in brown rubber
Clasp
Leather strap secured by an 18K 5N pink gold triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and interchangeable system (patent pending) compatible with both straps
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
The Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar bearing the Hallmark of Geneva certification and available exclusively at Vacheron Constantin boutiques houses the Vacheron Constantin Calibre 1120 QP, an ultra-thin mechanical automatic movement equipped with a perpetual calendar complete with moon phases. This function calls for impressive feats of miniaturisation in order to adjust to calendar irregularities while requiring no adjustment until the year 2100, as well as to accommodate its 276 components within a space barely 4.05 mm thick. Beating at a frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour and endowed with an approximately 40-hour power reserve, the mechanism drives the hours, minutes and perpetual calendar – with day of the week, date, month and 48-month leap-year indications – as well as the moon phases.
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 1120QP Recto
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 1120QP Overseas verso
The 18 carat white gold 41.5-mm-diameter case frames a grey dial lightly punctuated by blue accents, while the sapphire crystal caseback reveals a 22 carat oscillating weight adorned with a compass rose and subtle finishes. This new reference radiating a pleasing appearance in every situation is fitted with an interchangeable white gold bracelet complete with an easy-fit system and complemented by two leather and rubber variations, both secured by a white gold buckle.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar – Calibre 1120 QP
TECHNICAL DATA
Overseas Ultra-thin Perpetual Calendar
Reference
4300V/120G-B102
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Calibre
1120 QP
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
29.6 mm (base 12’’’½) in diameter, 4.05 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour)
276 components
36 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Perpetual calendar (date, day of the week, month, leap year)
Moon phases
Case
18K white gold
41.5 mm in diameter, 8.1 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 5 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished minute-track, coated with translucent grey lacquer
Bracelet/Straps
18K white gold bracelet with polished and satin-brushed links in the shape of a half Maltese cross
Delivered with a second strap in dark grey alligator mississippiensis leather featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a third strap in black rubber
Clasp/Buckles
18K gold bracelet secured by an 18K white gold triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system
Each additional strap comes fitted with an 18K white gold buckle
Presentation box
With a watch winder
Accessory
Delivered with a corrector pen
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
The Overseas Ultra-thin watch, available exclusively at Vacheron Constantin boutiques, meets the demanding Hallmark of Geneva requirements. Its slim 18 carat white gold 40-mm-diameter case houses Calibre 1120, an ultra-thin automatic movement developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin, comprising 144 components while measuring no more than 2.45 mm thick. Endowed with an approximately 40-hour power reserve.
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 1120 Overseas Recto
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 1120 verso
The Overseas Ultra-thin model drives the facetted, luminescent gold hours and minutes hands sweeping over an elegant grey dial punctuated by luminescent gold hour-markers. The back of the watch, protected by a sapphire crystal, reveals the steady dance of the 22 carat gold oscillating weight adorned with a compass rose and featuring alternating polished, sandblasted and finely grained finishes. Fitted with an interchangeable white gold bracelet with easy-fit system, this new model is complemented by two additional straps – one in leather and the other in rubber – secured by a white gold buckle.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Ultra-thin – Calibre 1120
TECHNICAL DATA
Overseas Ultra-thin
Reference
2000V/120G-B122
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece
Calibre
1120
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
28.4 mm (base 12’’’½) in diameter, 2.45 mm thick
Approximately 40 hours of power reserve
2.75 Hz (19,800 vibrations/hour)
144 components
36 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Case
18K white gold
40 mm in diameter, 7.5 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 5 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished minute-track, coated with translucent grey lacquer
Bracelet/Straps
18K white gold bracelet with polished and satin-brushed links in the shape of a half Maltese cross
Delivered with a second strap in dark grey alligator mississippiensis leather featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a third strap in black rubber
Clasp/buckles
18K gold bracelet secured by an 18K white gold triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system
Each additional strap comes with an 18K white gold buckle
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Small Model – Calibre 5300
The Overseas Small Model is adorned with 84 round-cut diamonds totaling over one carat and daintily set on its six-sided bezel. At the heart of its stainless steel or 18carat pink gold 37-mm-diameter case beats the new Calibre 5300 developed and crafted by Vacheron Constantin. This 128-part automatic movement powers the hours, minutes and small seconds at 9 o’clock, while ensuring an approximately two-day power reserve.
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5300 Overseas Recto
Vacheron Constantin Calibre 5300 Overseas verso
The Overseas Small Model comes with a choice of a rosy beige or blue dial. A pair of gold luminescent hands sweep around the matching hour-markers punctuating this perfectly legible dial face. The back of the watch provides an equally enchanting sight by revealing the 22 carat gold oscillating weight adorned with a compass rose.
The Overseas Small Model comes with interchangeable bracelets/straps. The steel models are delivered with three interchangeable bracelets/straps and an interchangeable folding clasp, while the pink gold models come with two or three bracelets/straps that can be fitted with an interchangeable folding clasp or a buckle.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Small Model – Calibre 5300
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Small Model – Calibre 5300
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Small Model – Calibre 5300
TECHNICAL DATA Overseas Small Model
References
2305V/100A-B078 – rosy beige dial
2305V/100A-B170 – blue dial
Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces
Calibre
5300
Developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical, self-winding
22K gold Overseas oscillating weight
22.6 mm (9’’’¾) in diameter, 4 mm thick
Approximately 44 hours of power reserve
4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
128 components
31 jewels
Indications
Hours and minutes
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Case
Stainless steel
Diamond-set bezel (84 round-cut diamonds)
37 mm in diameter, 10.8 mm thick
Soft iron casing ring ensuring anti-magnetic protection
Screwed-down crown
Transparent sapphire crystal caseback
Tested at a pressure of 15 bar
Dial
Sunburst satin-finished base with velvet-finished minute-track, coated with translucent rosy beige/blue lacquer
Bracelet/Straps
Stainless steel bracelet with polished and satin-brushed links in the shape of a half Maltese cross
Delivered with a second strap in rosy beige/blue alligator mississippiensis leather featuring a black nubuck lining with a micro-perforated effect, hand-stitched, large rectangular scales
Delivered with a third strap in rosy beige/blue rubber
Clasps
Stainless steel bracelet secured by a stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and comfort-adjustment system
Delivered with a second stainless steel triple-blade folding clasp with push-pieces and interchangeable system (patent pending) compatible with both additional straps
Total diamond-setting
84 round-cut diamonds totaling approx. 1 carat
